Menu About Us >> Corporate Sustainability >> Environment Environment Eurofins considers that, due to the very essence of its mission and activities, it is contributing to the improvement of the wellbeing of all and to the protection of our environment. More specifically, Eurofins' food and environmental testing services directly support the responsible use and minimisation of such things as pesticides, heavy metals, dioxins, persistent organic pollutants and chemical contaminants that are harmful to humans and the planet. Consumption of Scarce Resources In general, the activity of Eurofins as a provider of testing and analysis services necessitates the use of limited amounts of water, raw material and energy (principally electricity). The Group is aware that the long-term conservation of scarce resources will benefit not only the planet but also its own profitability. As water, raw materials and energy are all costs to the business, managers are always looking at reducing their consumption as part of good operating practices. Subsidiaries in Brazil, the Benelux and Scandinavia, among others, already attempt wherever possible to use renewable energy such as that generated by wind, water or the Sun. Several laboratories also use energy created by recycled heat or from waste-fired energy generators. Among other examples of energy saving measures, several units use sleep modes for IT equipment, set up timers on electrical devices, or invest in new equipment with lower energy consumption. Furthermore, Eurofins' large investment programmes in new and better laboratories result in more environmentally friendly facilities. New heating equipment is more efficient than old equipment and modern insulation is also better at retaining or protecting from heat. The European Union's upcoming regulation on low-energy light bulbs will also benefit Eurofins in this respect. Pollution and Contamination Eurofins uses solvents and chemical products which are kept in secure locations. After use, these products are collected and recycled by specialist waste disposal businesses. By its very nature, through the work Eurofins laboratories do every day, the Group contributes to the protection of the environment by monitoring pollution and contamination. Recycling Recycling is now a normal part of life in many countries. As well as the chemicals mentioned above, Eurofins laboratories recycle a wide range of products: paper, glass, plastic, cardboard, batteries, aluminium and IT equipment. Complementing this, in certain countries in which Eurofins operates, such as the United States, training programmes are developed for laboratory personnel in order to limit their impact on the environment. Environmental Risk Management Several Eurofins laboratories have developed and set up dedicated training programmes on good practice in terms of environmental risk management (e.g. safe use of chemicals and their application, proper waste disposal, autoclaving systems for decontamination, etc.). Some of the laboratories have their own department or person responsible for safety ("Safety Officer") which carries out regular inspection and internal training on the issues of safety and the protection of the environment. Homepage | Search | Careers | Press | Contact Us | Investors Sitemap | Cookie Notice | Terms and Conditions | Eurofins Global Cookie Preferences © Eurofins Scientific 2021 Last updated: Friday, May 29, 2020 About Cookies on This Site By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookie Policy Accept All Cookies Adjust Preferences