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Water Conservation Efforts for Drain Disposal in Labs
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| Water Conservation in Labs: Protecting Chesapeake Bay Tributaries Start at the Sink From glassware rinsing to buffer prep, labs use a lot of water—and can unintentionally dispose of pollutants into the same waterways they are trying to protect. LEARN MORE |
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| Drain Discharge Application Review Committee Drain disposal at NIH is strictly regulated because chemicals can interfere with wastewater treatment processes, impacting water used for recreation and consumption. LEARN MORE |
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Did you know:Laboratories can use five times as much potable water as similarly size commercial buildings. 1 Laboratory water conservation practices are important to help NIH reduce its water consumption.
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