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Ellen Hutchins Building Labs Recognised for Sustainability Leadership
Sustainable lab certification awarded to research spaces housing the FreeHydroCells project, recognising green innovation at the UCC Sustainability Institute’s Ellen Hutchins Building
We are delighted to announce that two of our research laboratories, housed within the UCC Sustainability Institute’s Ellen Hutchins Building, have been awarded Sustainable Laboratory Certifications by Research Ireland, in collaboration with My Green Lab and Impact Laboratories.
This recognition highlights the significant strides we are making to embed sustainability into our research infrastructure -reducing energy use, minimising waste, and supporting a culture of environmental responsibility. These labs are home to the FreeHydroCells team, who are at the forefront of developing clean hydrogen technologies with the potential to power a low-carbon future.
This certification not only affirms our commitment to sustainability but also reflects the calibre of infrastructure available at the Institute. We hope this spotlight encourages more researchers and collaborators to engage with our work and consider the Ellen Hutchins Building as a home for future-facing, climate-conscious research.
Special thanks to project lead Prof. Justin D. Holmes for his leadership and continued efforts to drive positive change.
Discover how FreeHydroCells labs are combining environmental responsibility with innovation in green energy: Read the blog