Toxics Use Reduction Institute (TURI)

Register now for the Toxics Use Reduction Spring Conference on Wednesday, April 8 at Coburn Hall, Lowell, MA. Be sure to join us for the networking reception at 4:30 PM Register ⬇️ Toxics Use Reduction Spring Conference eventbrite.com/e/toxics-use-r…

Greg Morose, Research Director at TURI, co-authored an article on scientists' efforts to find substitutes for hazardous hexavalent chromium, used in aerospace and defense coatings. He and his team have identified safer alternatives! finishingandcoating.com/index.php/conv…

🎉 TURI recently hosted its Fall 2025 Student Presentations, showcasing the impressive applied research from talented UMass Lowell students! Another successful semester in the books! Enjoy winter break, everyone! ❄️✨ #TURI #UMassLowell #StudentResearch

TURI to Launch Vapor Degreasing Hub with EPA Grant To protect the environment and public health, @EPA has granted TURI funding to advance new technology and outreach aimed at reducing industrial solvent TCE use. turi.org/press%20releas…

Thank you to this year's MVP2 award winners: Project: Vida Verde Women's Co-op Program: Y-12 Stewardship Operations Services Multimedia: Business Reducing Impact to the Environment Champion: Aimee Krivan Ambassador: Beth Halverson Student: Cindy McLaughlin Educator: Brent Fryrear

Enroll now to become a Toxics Use Reduction Planner and make a positive impact on your company! TUR Planners play a crucial role in helping businesses become more sustainable, cut costs, and stay compliant with regulations. #business #Massachusetts eventbrite.com/e/2025-toxics-…

TURI's report examines safer options to F-gases for refrigeration. While reducing the use of hydrofluorocarbons is necessary, popular replacements risk exacerbating #PFAS pollution. Read the report by Dr. Salierno. turi.org/publications/a…

TURI was thrilled to participated in Eco Fest hosted by the Rist Institute for Sustainability and Energy at @UMassLowell. 🌎 m.youtube.com/watch?v=MuzMPq…

Today was a wonderful day for the 2025 Eco Fest, organized by The Rist Institute of Sustainability and Energy at @UMassLowell. TURI was excited to participate in this event, where we aimed to advocate for safer chemical practices and inspire the future generation. #EarthDay

Bloomberg recently interviewed our team members about our efforts in guiding companies and communities toward safer products like those with @EPA Safer Choice certification. #environment #clean news.bloomberglaw.com/environment-an…

We are excited to announce that TURI has launched an online version of our popular Beyond the SDS workshop! This free online course is designed for you to complete at your own pace, making it accessible for everyone. #course #learning #free turi.org/tool%20posts/b…

TURI is proud to contribute to the Better Bev initiative by offering training, technical research, and testing services to breweries, including this one located in Summerville. #brewery #BusinessSolutions wcvb.com/article/somerv…

Our Director, Baskut Tuncak recently spoke with Spectrum News 1 Worcester about the importance of eliminating carcinogens from products. He highlighted TURI’s innovative capacity and experience with finding new and safer alternatives! spectrumnews1.com/ma/worcester/n… #PublicHealth

📰 TURI IN THE NEWS: How to Clean Your Coffee Maker-Wirecutter, New York Times Our Lab Director has been featured in NYT, sharing his expertise on the benefits of cleaning with vinegar as a safer alternative to harsh cleaning products. nytimes.com/wirecutter/gui… #CleaningTips

BREAKING: U.S. regulators ban the dye called Red 3 from the food supply, nearly 35 years after it was barred from cosmetics because of potential cancer risk. apnews.com/article/fda-re…

The partnerships we've built, the recognition we've received, and the initiatives we've launched serve as a strong foundation for continued progress in 2025! #yearinreview #business #partnership #collaboration #publichealth #science #pfas #newyear #2025 #environment

TURI TO SUPPORT BUSINESSES AS US EPA BANS TWO CHEMICALS TIED TO WOBURN CHILDHOOD CANCERS #EPA #Business #BusinessSoultions #SaferChemicals #GreenChemistry #Carcinogen #Cancer #Massachusetts turi.org/press%20releas…

ICYMI: TURI RECEIVES NEARLY $800K IN GRANTS FROM EPA TO PROMOTE SAFER ALTERNATIVES TO CARCINOGENS AND OTHER CHEMICALS OF CONCERN #TCE #EPA #Environment #PublicHealth #Grants #SaferChemicals #Collaboration #technology #p2 #pollutionprevention epa.gov/newsreleases/b…

📢 TURI announced that it has been awarded 2 grants amounting to $759,250 from @EPA #TCE #EPA #Environment #PublicHealth #Grants #SaferChemicals #Collaboration #technology #p2 #pollutionprevention Read More ⬇️ turi.org/press%20releas…