It is more than following a trend. Being eco-friendly does not mean being trendy. Sustainable practices are about taking care and protecting the Earth for future generations. Sustainable practices can be integrated into all aspects of our lives, even research labs. It may seem like every day, universities and other research organizations announce their intention to reduce their carbon footprint, become more sustainable, particularly as climate change threatens. How can organizations achieve these goals? A major step is to make sure laboratories are designed sustainably. This can help reduce pollution and energy consumption. The cover story of this month titled: “All You Need to Know About Sustainable Laboratory Development” contributed by Microbioz India, editorial.