Fighting Climate Change with Containerised Research Laboratories

We worked with UNDO to deliver a pair of containerised research laboratories designed to support field-based environmental testing in remote Scottish locations.

The brief required mobile, fully serviced lab environments capable of handling water and soil analysis while remaining adaptable for future expansion. Our bespoke container conversions provided a robust, flexible research solution, enabling critical climate science work to be carried out directly on site with minimal setup and maximum reliability.

The Customer

UNDO, a sister company to The Future Forest Company, are ‘harnessing the power of nature for a greener future’ by developing processes that reverse climate change and maximise the amount of carbon dioxide removed from the atmosphere. UNDO’s goal is to be the first company to remove over a billion tonnes of CO2  from the atmosphere and make carbon removal accessible to all.

The Challenge

UNDO needed a mobile research facilitysituated in Scotland to understand the carbon offsetting potential of the ground.  The laboratory would comprise a limitless working environment with electrical and water features, refrigerators, equipment storage to conduct water and soil samples and a compartment for spades/augers and similar apparatus.

The ability to connect power, with an umbilical connection between containers, was a standout requirement to allow for an expandable power network to support future containers.

against a background of loose aggregate.

Key Features

  • Integrated electrical and water systems
  • Fully insulated with heating and cooling options for year-round comfort
  • Weatherproof design to withstand tough Scottish conditions
  • Umbilical power connection or ‘daisy chaining’ between containers to link more units if needed
  • Air filtration and airtight doors/windows to help reduce contamination during research
  • Easy-to-clean interior surfaces, including walls, floors, and ceilings
  • Easily deployable to different locations if needed

What the Customer Had to Say

“Working with S Jones Containers on this project was a pleasure. The conversions team were enthusiastic about the project and took the time to understand our specific needs for the units, such as a metal-free interior for one lab. They were flexible to our requests and produced two functional lab spaces for our team to carry out vital sustainability testing for years to come.”

Robert Palmer – Senior Operations Manager

Branded UNDO mobile laboratory converted from a shipping container, showing a black container with external window installation, professional signage and bespoke finish for mobile laboratory use.

Looking for a Bespoke Containerised Laboratory or Technical Facility?

We design and deliver mobile laboratory and technical spaces that support environmental research, sustainability testing, and low-impact operations. Built for remote deployment and long-term use, our container conversions combine robust engineering with flexible layouts to meet the demands of climate-focused projects.

Learn more about our container conversion capabilities or contact us today to discuss your project.