Healthcare Purchasing News
It is no secret to many hospital executives that the American healthcare sector’s carbon footprint is growing. At 8 percent of the U.S. footprint, hospitals are the largest contributor of carbon emissions, and the second most energy-intensive industry. U.S. hospitals generate 6,600 tons of waste each day. Drugs in drinking water, syringes on beaches and infectious waste in landfills have intensified scrutiny of healthcare organizations. What is your plan?