# Waste and Resource Management
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## [About the Waste and Resource Management category](https://uknsr.discourse.group/t/about-the-waste-and-resource-management-category/9)
**Author:** [@AnnaLewis-UoBristol](https://uknsr.discourse.group/u/AnnaLewis-UoBristol)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 15, 2025, 3:03pm UTC](https://uknsr.discourse.group/t/about-the-waste-and-resource-management-category/9 "2025-09-15T15:03:23Z")
Managing laboratory, general, and hazardous waste streams, recycling, and piloting new approaches to reduce environmental impact. Full description (in category page) This category covers how research institutions manage…
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## [Envetec Generations](https://uknsr.discourse.group/t/envetec-generations/119)
**Author:** [@KellyRichards](https://uknsr.discourse.group/u/KellyRichards)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 9:20am UTC](https://uknsr.discourse.group/t/envetec-generations/119 "2026-08-26T09:20:40Z")
Hi guys, I was wondering if anyone had any experience with using the ‘Envetec Generations’ It’s been advertised as low energy use and low water use and will disinfect and shred lab plastics that can then be recycled? I…
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## [BSI PAS 6543 (Recycled plastics - Laboratory and medical products- Code of practice) public consultation](https://uknsr.discourse.group/t/bsi-pas-6543-recycled-plastics-laboratory-and-medical-products-code-of-practice-public-consultation/270)
**Author:** [@MartinFarley-UKRI](https://uknsr.discourse.group/u/MartinFarley-UKRI)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 10:03am UTC](https://uknsr.discourse.group/t/bsi-pas-6543-recycled-plastics-laboratory-and-medical-products-code-of-practice-public-consultation/270 "2026-08-25T10:03:25Z")
Hi all, I wanted to share the draft PAS 6543 for consultation. Has anyone viewed this? The PAS provides guidance on the development of recycled plastic materials for use in laboratory and medical products, covering recycling processes, quality and risk management, and material specifications. The consultation closes on 4 September 2026. Comments can only be accepted if submitted electronically through the BSI Standards Development Portal by this date: https://standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/2025-03332 I have created an account to submit comments. I was wondering if anyone would like to comment on this with me? Reading through it I have to admit I find a bit difficult, but might help if a few of us were to meet and discuss aligned feedback? If interested, please write me directly to coordinate. Best, Martin
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## [Lab Plastic Recycling - NHS Labs](https://uknsr.discourse.group/t/lab-plastic-recycling-nhs-labs/254)
**Author:** [@AmyCotton-UoExeter](https://uknsr.discourse.group/u/AmyCotton-UoExeter)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 6:43pm UTC](https://uknsr.discourse.group/t/lab-plastic-recycling-nhs-labs/254 "2026-07-27T18:43:35Z")
Hi all, we have a group of CL2 labs in UoE/NHS spaces looking into lab plastic decontamination and recycling. Are there any similar spaces out there with this process in place that would be willing to connect with this group and share their experiences? If you know of any relevant contacts, please comment below or send me a message. Thanks in advance! :slight\_smile:
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## [Medical School - Embedding Sustainability](https://uknsr.discourse.group/t/medical-school-embedding-sustainability/248)
**Author:** [@DarrenMcCabe-Brunel](https://uknsr.discourse.group/u/DarrenMcCabe-Brunel)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 7:44am UTC](https://uknsr.discourse.group/t/medical-school-embedding-sustainability/248 "2026-07-20T07:44:11Z")
Hi all, I have recently moved to being Technical Manager in Brunel Medical School. As part of this role I will be ensuring we embed sustainability into our work, teaching setups and more to ensure we mirror the work of various NHS trusts, and then more. Waste segregation seems like a starting point so picked this topic to post in. I was wondering if I could connect with anyone on here who works within a medical school, health sciences or similar to understand some of the challenges and/or solutions you have put into place so far. Thanks, Darren
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## [Nitrile glove recycling](https://uknsr.discourse.group/t/nitrile-glove-recycling/180)
**Author:** [@JemHammerton-UoBirmingham](https://uknsr.discourse.group/u/JemHammerton-UoBirmingham)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 2, 2026, 1:35pm UTC](https://uknsr.discourse.group/t/nitrile-glove-recycling/180 "2026-03-02T13:35:10Z")
Morning all, Our estates team have found a surplus of old nitrile gloves leftover from Covid that need to be disposed of. They’re all well past their shelf-life and from a mix of suppliers. Can anyone recommend a recyc…