This sub-category is about reducing energy demand and carbon impact through smarter use of laboratory equipment. Topics may include:
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Equipment sharing within labs, departments, or across institutions
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Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for equipment scheduling
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Avoiding duplication of high-energy equipment
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Case studies of energy and cost savings from shared use
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Links to funder requirements for efficiency and resource governance
This complements Lab Infrastructure & Cold Storage (equipment performance and optimisation). The emphasis here is on sharing and systems that reduce the overall energy footprint of lab equipment.