Salvage expensive fixtures long before demolition starts

Problem: During demolition of existing labs there is a lot of usable fixtures, furniture, cabinets and even plumbing that gets thrown out.

Solution: Search out salvage yards or vendors that will accept and recover used fixtures, etc. Arrange for in-house deconstruction and storage of cabinets. This is a relatively untapped frontier of sustainability.

Cost: This is a big undertaking, but with the right salvage company could make money instead of cost money. Some safety regulations may need navigation, such as salvaging expensive and dirty glass plumbing, which cleans up very nicely, for example.

Benefit: Many tons of waste may be diverted from the landfill, deconstruction and reconstruction costs may be reduced, and the greenhouse gas impact of manufacturing will be avoided.