About I2SL
The International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (I2SL) is devoted to the principles of sustainable laboratories—from design to engineering to practice. Through worldwide partnerships and the exchange of technical information, I2SL will help produce high performance facilities that address the rapid pace of science, medicine, research, and development in an ever-changing and dynamic world.
I2SL’s mission is to:
- Promote resource-effective and environmentally responsible facilities for science education, testing, medicine, and research and development through advanced and sustainable design, engineering, and operational practices.
- Encourage the development of technologically advanced, energy-efficient, and environmentally responsive laboratories throughout the world.
- Facilitate a sustainable “whole-building” approach in designing, engineering, constructing, and operating laboratories and other advanced facilities.
As official co-sponsor of the Laboratories for the 21st Century (Labs21) 2008 Annual Conference and workshops, I2SL will facilitate a network of technical capabilities to address global needs in the following areas while incorporating the Labs21 Approach to sustainable, high performance, and low-energy laboratories. These capabilities include:
- Providing infrastructure assessments
- Offering technical assistance
- Sharing new technologies through customized training and workshops
- Assisting with project charettes
- Developing case studies and best practices
I2SL Board Founding Members, March 2006
I2SL, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation, was established in 2004 by Phil Wirdzek, Kath Williams, and Beth Shearer, three leaders in the world of sustainable laboratories. In 2007, the I2SL Board grew to include Fred Bunk of Siemens Buildings Technologies, Dan Doyle of Grumman/Butkus Associates, Joe Phillips of Phillips Collaborative, and Gordon Sharp of Aircuity.
Supporting I2SL Funding
Though co-sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), and I2SL, the Labs21 2008 Annual Conference and Workshops are not funded by either Federal agency. Per the co-sponsorship agreement with EPA, I2SL is not permitted to submit a claim for compensation to either agency. As a result, I2SL must collect the necessary funding through Conference and Workshop registration fees, Technology and Services Fair exhibitor fees, and Conference sponsorships.
I2SL appreciates your support through these avenues, as your financial contributions help to grow and improve the Labs21 Annual Conference and Workshops. I2SL is committed to maintaining the integrity of these events and through your support will continue to offer the Labs21 Workshops and Annual Conference as the premier forums for information exchange on laboratory sustainability in the world.
I2SL encourages all organizations, industries, and governments related to high-performance facilities to join the group in enriching its mission and outreach to others. Opportunities are now available for the promotion and partnership of Labs21, the first through the Labs21 2008 Annual Conference in San Jose, California. Other opportunities include participation on the I2SL advisory councils. Learn more about how you can get involved with I2SL.