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Green Initiative

Supporting Science Sustainably Since 1985
Since 1985, MG Scientific has been a reliable partner to the scientific community, delivering high-quality chemicals, laboratory products, and scientific equipment for a broad range of research and analytical needs. As laboratory practices have evolved, so too has our dedication to sustainability.

Understanding the need to minimize our environmental impact, MG Scientific began transitioning toward more sustainable operations several years ago. We adopted a paperless office system, installed automated temperature controls in our warehouse, upgraded to energy-efficient LED lighting, and introduced a hybrid remote work model. These initiatives have played a key role in significantly reducing our carbon footprint.

As a dedicated distributor to the scientific community, we understand that advancing science and protecting the environment go hand in hand. We are proud to support and promote innovation in eco-friendly laboratory products, aligning our efforts with the growing demand for sustainable solutions in research and development.

Many of our trusted manufacturing partners are leading the charge by implementing significant changes across their operations
  • Transitioning to renewable energy to power production facilities
  • Redesigning packaging using recyclable or biodegradable materials
  • Developing energy-efficient laboratory equipment that reduces environmental impact without compromising performance
  • Adopting ACT (Accountability, Consistency, Transparency) labeling, helping labs make informed choices based on a product’s sustainability profile
  • Launching recycling programs for lab consumables that were once single-use and non-recyclable

We’re proud to collaborate with suppliers who share our vision of a more sustainable future for science. Together, we’re helping laboratories reduce their environmental footprint—without sacrificing the pursuit of innovation.


ACT label
Accountability
Consistency
Transparency
ACT label The ACT Ecolabel 2.0 Standard developed by the independent non-profit My Green Lab is a robust program for the evaluation, comparison, and clear communication of laboratory product sustainability. This revised scoring framework was created through a facilitated stakeholder consensus process, with balanced contributions from sustainability professionals, product manufacturers (of all sizes), academic representatives, procurement representatives, and regulatory agencies.

ACT Ecolabel 2.0 evaluates consumables, chemicals/reagents, and equipment used in the lab. The revised program framework includes the following
  • Product and Packaging: The materials, presence of hazardous chemicals, product longevity, and equipment energy efficiency are evaluated
  • Enhanced Diversion Support: Options for diversion of used product from landfilling are reported
  • Focus on Manufacturing Facility: The infrastructure, facility performance and practices, and renewable energy use at the product manufacturing site are scored
  • Science-Aligned GHG Reductions: The alignment of company GHG emissions reduction targets with climate science are evaluated
  • Expanded Product Carbon Footprint Reporting: Available product CO2e values are reported

Participating Partners Employing the ACT Label program
Cytiva • DWK • Eppendorf • Kimtech • Labcon • Sartorius • Thermo Scientific


Energy Star energy star logo ENERGY STAR certified products and buildings are recognized for their energy efficiency. To earn this certification, products must meet strict energy efficiency criteria set by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or the US Department of Energy. This certification indicates that a product uses less energy than standard products, helping to save money and protect the environment. Additionally, buildings that achieve ENERGY STAR certification must meet specific energy performance standards, demonstrating their efficiency compared to similar facilities. Overall, the ENERGY STAR label provides consumers and businesses with credible information to make informed decisions about energy use. Featured Energy Star Products

Corporate Sustainability Many of our manufacturing partners have also adopted corporate sustainability initiatives, aiming to lower their carbon emissions and expand their portfolios of environmentally responsible products. Industry leaders in this space includes several of MG's partners.
 
Corning EcoChoice™ Corning EcoChoice Corning Life Sciences create innovative products and technologies that enable you to develop and deliver life-saving therapies. We recognize our planet’s resources are finite and climate change presents a real and growing concern, so we are reimagining product development by incorporating Design for Sustainability (DfS) into the processes, with a more environmentally friendly and diverse mindset to our innovation efforts. Design for Sustainability
 
DWK Sustainabilty Efforts DWk EcoVadis Bronze Medal DWK Life Sciences is proud to announce that the company has been honored with a Bronze Medal by EcoVadis in recognition of its steadfast commitment to establishing a sustainable organization, with melting furnaces and a diverse range of products encompassing glass and plastic compounds. Four Pillars of Sustainability
 
Thermo Scientific Thermo Fisher Green Initiative Thermo Fisher Scientific is helping to develop?and deliver innovative and environmentally responsible products to our customers while emphasizing environmental stewardship, sound financial management,?and operational efficiency. Green Chemistry
 
Labcon North America DWk EcoVadis Bronze Medal Long before anyone in our industry was talking about their commitment to the environment and began polishing their green credentials. Labcon understood the meaning of sustainable solutions. Labcon has been focused on sustainable labware solutions since 1994. Labcon Sustainability
 
Labplas DWk EcoVadis Bronze Medal The Biodegradable Product Line will help you initiate change towards sustainability while meeting all your laboratory needs. Without compromising on reliability, our biodegradable plastic adheres to all standards and meets the highest industry requirements. Biodegradable Products

Biorenewable Solvents Why should you have to choose between solvents that are ecological and those that are reliable? Enjoy both at once with our Biorenewable and Greener solutions. Thanks to their origin, they won’t compromise the environment. And thanks to their high quality, they won't compromise your work.

Recycling how 2 recycle logo A Cleaner World Starts With Us
How2Recycle is a standardized labeling system that clearly communicates recycling instructions to the public. It involves a coalition of forward thinking brands who want their packaging to be recycled and are empowering consumers through smart packaging labels.

Biodegradable Eco Friendly Biodegradable Gloves
We understand that the bar of leading practice in environmental sustainability management in general– and climate change risk management and disclosure in particular– continues to rise. We will continue to work to raise our own ambition accordingly, and to ensure our ambition for business growth goes hand in hand with improvement in environmental performance. MG Scientific will continue to look for Environmentally friendly products to offer your lab. Please download and read the attached Eco Friendly document. Hopefully this will help answer questions on Biodegradable and Compostable. If you are still unclear, please contact us.

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