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WHAT'S NEW
Congratulations to 2026 Sustainable Laboratory Award Winners!
I2SL recognized 17 organizations and one individual at the 2026 Annual Conference in Boston September 15 Sustainable Laboratory Awards. These awards honor outstanding projects, programs, and people demonstrating innovation and commitment to energy and water efficiency, decarbonization, waste reduction, and more. Kevin Brettmann received the Phil Wirdzek Leadership Award for his long-term commitment to creating high-performing lab buildings, and building communities within I2SL.
AIM Software Update and New Discount!
The Actionable Insights and Measures (AIM) Report, I2SL’s automated energy audit software for laboratories, has been expanded and upgraded. AIM now includes new features and 13 new energy efficiency measures, making the tool more comprehensive, customizable, and impactful. With these improvements, the free demo, and a 25 percent discount on subscriptions, there’s never been a better time to use AIM!
Alison Farmer Named I2SL President
Alison Farmer has been named President of I2SL's Board of Directors. A former research astrophysicist, Farmer has worked in both consulting and lab-owning organizations, specializing in HVAC controls, energy analysis, and building performance benchmarking for complex facilities. She has led the development of I2SL's Lab Benchmarking Tool since its creation in 2018 and headed the Labs2Zero program since its 2022 launch. She was also a founding board member of two I2SL chapters, served as President of the Northern California chapter, and later held the roles of board Secretary and Vice President of I2SL. I2SL greatly appreciates Gordon Sharp, who served as I2SL President since 2021!
Read About I2SL Changes and Award Winners in the Scope!
Alison Farmer, who became President of I2SL’s Board of Directors in August, describes what’s on the horizon for I2SL. Hear what a Boston-area lab owner, supplier, and designer said about collaborating with customers on sustainable labs. You’ll also learn about Kevin Brettmann, the Phil Wirdzek Leadership Award winner for 2026, and the University of Virginia’s Sustainable Labs program, which combines green labs and Smart Labs to achieve results. Read these and more articles in the latest issue of the Scope e-newsletter!