On Demand Presentation: Sustainability: A Non-Negotiable Priority
Selecting sustainable materials is a crucial step in reducing the environmental impact of laboratory spaces. To achieve this, project teams—including architects, lab planners, lab managers, end users, and equipment providers—should work together to apply data-driven strategies that support responsible material choices. Tools such as Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), third-party certifications, and lifecycle assessments can guide decisions toward products with low embodied carbon, bio-based content, and long-term durability. Emphasizing material transparency, opportunities for reuse, and circular economy principles can further reduce waste and emissions. By focusing on verified data and measurable sustainability criteria, teams can make informed choices that contribute to healthier, more efficient, and low-emission lab environments. This collaborative, informed approach supports long-term sustainability goals across lab construction, renovation, and ongoing operations.
View this special presentation from the 2025 Lab Design Conference, featuring Christelle Locat-Rainville from Formica as she shares insights on evaluating material sustainability, leveraging product transparency tools, and selecting surfacing solutions that align with both performance needs and environmental objectives in laboratory settings.
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Learning objectives:
Understand how material selection influences the carbon footprint of laboratory environments
Identify key sustainability criteria—such as Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), third-party certifications, and lifecycle data—that support informed decision-making in lab design and procurement
Explore strategies for integrating circular economy principles into laboratory material use
This course is approved by AIA CES for 0.5 LU/HSW credit.
Speaker
Christelle Locat-Rainville
Formica Canada Marketing Manager and Formica Corporation Green Team Leader
Formica
The 2026 Lab Design Conference will be held in Orlando, FL on May 11-14. For updates on our educational agenda, networking events, exhibit hall, and optional workshops and local lab tours, visit https://www.labdesignconference.com/.
