Sushila Pisano
Sustainable Labs Project Coordinator
Email: s.pisano@leeds.ac.uk
Areas of sustainability I work in
- Sustainability Engagement
- Sustainable Labs
- Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework
About me
Sushila is responsible for the delivery and development of the University's Sustainable Labs programme, supporting laboratory staff across campus to embed sustainability initiatives into their research and teaching. Her work includes promoting the uptake of LEAF membership and supporting its accreditation in all Schools and Faculties across the University, as well as the sharing of best practice for reducing environmental impact in laboratory settings. The Sustainable Labs programme supports our Climate Plan ambitions and our Pathway to Net Zero.
Prior to this, Sushila worked in research and science coordination in the UK and Germany. She holds a MSc in Human Nutrition from the University of Aberdeen and completed her undergraduate studies in Brazil. She is passionate about healthy eating, food systems equality and sustainable diets. Outside of work, Sushila enjoys reading, visiting exhibitions, physical activity and listening to music.