Oxford University's Raff Lab wins top climate prize
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 17 Oct, 06:08 · Archive
Oxford University's Raff Lab has won the overall prize at the third annual Oxford Climate Awards, held at Oxford Town Hall on 15 October. The ceremony, hosted by former international rugby referee Nigel Owens, celebrated environmental work by people, groups, companies, councils and communities. There were 13 categories including innovation, transport and education.
The lab, based at The Dunn School of Pathology, also won the Innovation in Climate Action Award. Following the adoption of new approaches, it now reuses or recycles almost all its plastic consumables, cutting waste and saving at least £15,000 annually. Other measures include improved freezer efficiency and the promotion of sustainable travel.
Dr Saroj Saurya, who collected the award on behalf of Raff Lab where she has worked for over a decade, was also named this year's Climate Action Champion. She said: 'The community working together is very important; one person cannot do it alone.' Councillor Anna Railton, deputy leader of Oxford City Council and one of the judges, said the lab showed how research facilities can be sustainable and praised 'the scalability of it'.
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- Oxford Climate Awards 2026: Oxford University's Raff Lab wins top prizeAt the latest Oxford Climate Awards, Oxford University's Raff Lab took home the top prize as the county celebrated its environmental champions.Oxford Mail · 17 Oct, 05:00
- Oxford Climate Awards 2026: Oxford University's Raff Lab wins top prizeAt the latest Oxford Climate Awards, Oxford University's Raff Lab took home the top prize as the county celebrated its environmental champions.Oxfordshire Guardian · 17 Oct, 05:00
In this story: Raff Lab · Oxford University · Dr Saroj Saurya · Oxford Town Hall · The Dunn School of Pathology · Nigel Owens · Councillor Anna Railton · Oxford City Council
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