Environmental Stories

Stories focused on our environmental stewardship commitment.

Lifelong efforts of Laboratory employee Pat Gallagher recognized posthumously
Recipient of the 2018 Department of Energy Sustainability Award for Sustainability Champion, Gallagher was one of the pillars of the DOE sustainability community. - 10/4/18
Department of Energy recognizes Los Alamos with multiple awards for sustainability
The awards celebrate the Laboratory's excellence in energy, water, fleet management and in projects representing exemplary sustainability practices. - 10/4/18
Not all bird populations are dwindling at Los Alamos
There are places at the Laboratory where birds are thriving. In some areas, more grassland species of birds are settling in, making bird populations diverse and healthy. - 8/27/18
Los Alamos National Laboratory recognized with a GreenBuy Gold Award
For the second year in a row, Los Alamos National Laboratory has been recognized by the Department of Energy (DOE) - 5/7/18
Sustainable practices support Laboratory growth
Sustainability enhances performance and protects the future. - 4/26/18
Pollution prevention yields environmental, economic, societal benefits
Reducing waste has environmental, economic, and societal benefits. - 4/26/18
Environmental impact considered as Lab expands
National Environmental Policy Act protects and preserves resources. - 4/26/18
Laboratory preserves the past for future generations
Prehistoric and historic sites receive federal protection. - 4/26/18
Laboratory’s environmental sampling supports a healthy ecosystem
Assessing the health of animals and their habitats ensures a healthy ecosystem - 4/26/18