Pollution prevention means avoiding and reducing waste through careful use, modified processes and better products. The result: less consumption of materials and energy. This approach waste but also money. Ecological and economical benefits are complementary terms.
Learn about the manifold opportunities for pollution prevention in healthcare facilities.
Chair: N.N.
Harry Oosterbeek, Valkensward, Netherlands - “Waste Minimisation Schemes in Hospitals and Laboratories”
Nikou Ghassemieh, DIAM (German Association for Promoting
the Quality of Reprocessing of Medical Devices), Berlin
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Sabine Schrimpf, ETA Environmental Management Consulting, Vienna “Less Pollution and
Cost Savings through Optimised Provision of Laundry”
Sue Tarr, RCN (Royal College of Nursing), UK, N.N.,
