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The success of the Surplus Chemical Redistribution Program is driven by the dedicated support of the NIH community, high product quality, excellent contractor support, consistent cost savings and the ease of participation.
First and foremost, the demand for the program has increased over the years due to NIH continued support. Secondly, the quality of the product is thoroughly inspected prior to being deemed acceptable for use. The program would not have been successful without the hazardous waste contractors’ services. They continued to pick up the discarded, unused, sealed, unopened and unexpired chemicals from the donors and brought them to the hazardous waste facility for storing and delivering to the requestor. Since chemicals and reagents are free to the labs, labs can save money. Finally, it’s easy for labs to participate in the program, by requesting surplus chemicals be picked up and delivered directly to them.
The spotlight for successful implementation and continuation of the program is on the NIH community, especially the Office of Research Services, Division of Veterinary Resources with the highest participation in the last three years. Several other NIH Institutes, Centers and Offices have continued to promote fiscal and environmental responsibility while advancing the NIH mission.
If you haven’t participated in the program or taken advantage of this free service yet, participate now to reduce costs, conserve resources and reduce the environmental impact of the NIH. Review the
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NIH Surplus Chemical Redistribution Program
The NIH relies on a steady supply of chemicals and reagents for both research and treatments. To support this requirement while conserving resources and reducing environmental impacts, the Office of Research Facilities (ORF) Division of Environmental Protection (DEP) created the Surplus Chemical Redistribution Program in 2013.
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Take Action
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The NIH community, especially lab staff, can participate in the Surplus Chemical Redistribution Program either by requesting or donating discarded/unused/unopened/sealed chemicals and reagents that are deemed acceptable for redistribution.
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Fun Fact
Did you know? The Surplus Chemical Redistribution Program has existed at the NIH for over a decade and has earned nearly $1.5M in savings. Across it's total lifespan, the program has been responsible for redistributing more than 130,000 lbs, or roughly 40 bathtubs, of chemicals.
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