Supplier Sustainability Event for Laboratory Consumables at CRUK Cambridge Institute – 8th October 2026

We are pleased to invite you to attend a Supplier Sustainability Event for Laboratory Consumables, taking place on Thursday 8 October at the CRUK Cambridge Institute site on the BioMedical Campus.

This event has been organised by Procurement Services in collaboration with the Environmental Sustainability Team to support our shared ambitions around sustainable laboratory practices across the University. As this is the first event of this kind, it is intended as a taster of what may follow – an opportunity to explore supplier initiatives, understand what support is available and help shape future sustainable procurement engagement across the University.

Note: This event if for the University of Cambridge members only. For registration, check out your university communications and newsletters.

🌱 What to expect

You will have the opportunity to:

• Meet a range of our contracted suppliers for lab consumables
• Explore more sustainable product alternatives
• Learn about supplier take-back schemes and circular economy solutions
• Discuss practical ways to reduce waste and environmental impact in your lab

The event will include a mix of:

• Presentations
• Supplier stands and demonstrations
• Informal networking opportunities
• Opportunity to ask questions and explore solutions relevant to your area

🤝 Why attend

This is a great opportunity to:

• Stay informed on sustainability developments within lab procurement
• Identify practical, compliant alternatives within our existing frameworks
• Engage directly with suppliers on solutions that support your research and sustainability goals

Posted on 26/08/2026