Protecting the environment and creating more sustainable processes have become major priorities for many industries, including the medical device sector. Right now, 90 percent of medical device waste comes from disposable products, and a range of stakeholders — including regulators, hospitals, and governments — are pushing the industry to cut down on disposable waste and switch to environmentally friendly manufacturing methods.
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The article is featured on the cover of the magazine and is on page 20 of the September-October issue, where George I’ons, Head of Product Strategy and Insights, talks about finding the right balance between sustainability, safety, and commercial success.