​Use best practices for waste management:​​

• Waste Reduction Programs - whether you are looking for lab equipment or office supplies, NIH Free Stuff , NIH Surplus Chemical Redistribution Program , and NIH Solvent Recovery Program  are great resources to check before procuring new materials.
• NIH Waste Disposal Guide (2022)  - refer to the Waste Guide for all disposal procedures and recycling opportunities.
• Ensure compliance & prevent accidents - make sure chemical waste is disposed using the NIH Chemical Waste Tag  properly and accurately completed. Refer to the Hazardous Waste Search Table  for assistance with hazard identification.
• Styrofoam Take-Back Program  - use this established pick-up service to return Styrofoam from each building on a routine basis. If a storage bin is not located in your building, please contact Sierra Cheri.