The University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) will soon be home to a new machine that will reduce the volume of pathology waste by 90%. The machine, called the Pathology Fluid Extractor (PFE), is set to replace and improve upon traditional methods. The device will remove fluids and solids from surgical instruments and other medical…
The waste shredder that has been installed at the local hospital is designed to reduce the amount of waste that goes into landfills by roughly 50%. This is an environmentally friendly and sustainable plan for the hospital, and it’s expected to save them money in the long-run. In addition, the shredder will help to minimize…
Hospitals are often huge consumers of carbon dioxide. They operate on such a large scale that even small changes in the number of staff and patients can make a significant difference in how much CO2 is emitted. One hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, has found an innovative way to reduce their carbon footprint: by shredding garbage…
In a system that is expected to generate up to 40 billion pounds of waste this year, the healthcare industry can be one of the most wasteful. In fact, some hospitals may produce as much as 10 pounds of waste per square foot each day. With so many resources going to waste, it’s critical for…