
To support sustainability and reduce the volume of laboratory waste sent to landfills, the University of Windsor has launched a new initiative aimed at recycling uncontaminated personal protective equipment (PPE) from labs across campus.
Gloves, masks, gowns, and hairnets that are free of contaminants are collected and sent to a specialized facility, where the materials are repurposed into new plastic products.
This process not only reduces reliance on virgin materials but also supports the development of a more circular, sustainable economy.