With our focus on reduced energy and water consumption we have reduced the green house gas (GHG) content of our products by 89% since 2000. We believe in direct investment in sustainable practices and equipment instead of energy credits and offsets. On-site renewable energy generation and energy efficient manufacturing processes result in immediate and measurable benefits.
The Earth Friendly® Promise
The Earth Friendly® symbol is proudly displayed on our product packaging and literature, but Earth Friendly® is more than just a slogan, it is a promise to the planet. To keep that promise, Labcon has implimented sustainable goals and practices that address the environmental impact of product packaging, waste, and life cycles. Labcon designs and manufactures reusable, refillable, and recyclable products that use less plastic, incorporates more recycled and recyclable materials, revolutionary bioplastics, and minimal packaging. Labcon’s manufacturing plant uses renewable energy and efficient, waste-free machines to manufacture every product.
A Continuous Downward Trend
Eliminating Emissions
The introduction of a closed-loop water system in manufacturing has resulted in a 81% reduction in water consumption since the year 2004. Total renewable energy including solar, wind, geothermal, bio-gas and small hydro-electric makes up 61% of Labcon's energy profile (on-site solar plus purchased electricity). Our goal is to operate with 65% renewable energy by 2021. Since the year 2000 we have reduced the green house gas content of our products per case by 89%.
Reduction of Water Use with Closed Loop81%
Significant Water ReductionEnergy Use from Solar, Hydro, Wind61%
Renewable Energy UseGreen House Gas Reduction since 200089%
GHG ReductionMaking an
Earth Friendly Company
Watch a short video about the steps Labcon has taken on our journey to become a more sustainable company.
Sustainable is more than recycling.
Sustainability at Labcon
Acting sustainably is far beyond a commitment to recycle. True performance in achieving a more sustainable future is in engaging others and incorporating sustainablity into your complete culture. This is a journey.
Product Design
Our innovative approach to Reduce, Reuse, Recycle includes elements of eco-efficiency.
Manufacturing
We work to increase efficiency and eliminate waste in production while maintaining quality.
Energy
Reducing energy use in our processes with our on-site solar while we maximize overall renewable content.
Emissions
We are working to minimize overall emissions of air, water and other hazardous pollutants.
Sustainablity
At Labcon we have embraced the concepts of Sustainable Development as a part of our corporate culture.