• Sartorius receives first ACT Ecolabel for its pipette tip Refill Towers
• Refill Towers are precision engineered to reduce plastic and packaging waste 
• Innovative manufacturing facility powered by 100% renewable electricity reduces environmental impact through recycling partnerships

The life science group Sartorius has reached a significant milestone in sustainability and transparency by earning its first Accountability, Consistency, and Transparency (ACT) Ecolabel for its Pipette Tip Refill Towers. This internationally recognized ecolabel is offered by My Green Lab^®, a non-profit organization dedicated to building a global culture of sustainability in science.

The ACT Ecolabel is a standardized measure of the environmental impact of laboratory products. The evaluation process examines multiple criteria across the product life cycle, resulting in the most comprehensive ecolabel available. Its aim is to provide scientists and procurement specialists with clear, third-party verified information, enabling better decision-making when comparing products from different manufacturers.

“Laboratories are increasingly aware of their environmental footprint and are seeking suppliers that help them reduce that impact. Access to clear information is vital for making informed purchase decisions about essential consumables, such as tips,” said Maria Voutilainen, Product Manager of Liquid Handling at Sartorius. “The ACT Ecolabel effectively communicates the sustainability attributes of our Refill Towers, simplifying the process of choosing a more eco-friendly product.”

Refill Towers are a convenient and ecological way to refill single trays of Sartorius’ purity certified Optifit standard pipette tips. They are specifically designed to reduce plastic and packaging waste, encourage the reuse of tip boxes, and lower transportation emissions due to their space-efficient packaging.

All Sartorius pipette tips and Refill Towers are manufactured at the company’s Kajaani facility in Finland, which has implemented substantial energy, water, and waste reduction strategies to reduce its environmental footprint. The facility operates on 100% renewable electricity and participates in local recycling programs to repurpose production waste, demonstrating a deep commitment to sustainability.

More information about the ACT Ecolabel and Refill Towers: www.sartorius.com/en/products/pipetting/pipetting-and-sustainability