Healthcare Waste
Rethinking Plastics: Unique Solutions for Hard to Recycle Plastics
Plastic Free July usually brings a simple message: reduce plastic use wherever you can. But in reality, especially across healthcare, labs, distribution centers, and stadium operations, the conversation is a bit more complicated. Because plastic isn’t always optional. In many environments, it’s essential – used for infection prevention, sterility, product protection, and safety. The goal…
Read MoreThe Power of Nurses in Healthcare Sustainability
Why Nurses Are Key to Healthcare Waste Reduction In healthcare, waste is often treated as an operational issue – just something that shows up at the loading dock and gets managed through hauling, disposal, and compliance. While that’s an important part of the system, it only tells part of the story. Waste doesn’t begin when…
Read MoreThree Biggest Medical Waste Compliance Risks Hospitals Face
Improper waste disposal has led to millions in fines for hospitals in recent years. Every hospital is at risk of non-compliant medical waste disposal given the volume and complexity of medical waste streams and the number of staff responsible for properly separating, handling, and disposing of waste. While there are upwards of 30 different waste…
Read More5 Costly Waste Mistakes Hospitals Can Make
Managing hospital waste isn’t just about compliance – it’s about protecting your bottom line. Hospitals deal with complex waste streams, fluctuating patient volumes, and strict regulations. When waste isn’t properly tracked or handled, the financial impact can be significant. That’s why hospital waste management cost savings aren’t optional; they’re essential. Below are five common and…
Read MoreA Clean Slate: Waste Management in Health Care Starts with Practical Systems
Reduction In Motion works with health care facilities to streamline waste management, improving bottom lines and patient care. We’re excited to share that Waste Today magazine recently featured Reduction In Motion in a profile explaining how we help health care facilities streamline their waste programs for better compliance, lower costs, and safer environments—for staff, patients, and the…
Read MoreReflections on Waste Expo 2025
After a whirlwind few days in Las Vegas, Waste Expo 2025 reminded us that only through collaboration can we solve our most pressing waste issues. Walking the floor at Waste Expo is an experience in and of itself. Only in Vegas do they have the space for all of the largescale equipment and trucks. This…
Read MoreRethinking Healthcare Waste Management: A Call to Action for Compliance and Sustainability
Rethinking Healthcare Waste Management: A Call to Action for Compliance and Sustainability In light of the recent $49 million settlement with Kaiser Permanente for improper waste disposal, hospitals across California are urged to reassess their waste management practices. The California Medical Waste Management Act mandates that all healthcare facilities follow strict guidelines for managing waste,…
Read MoreEnvironmental Services Week Celebration Ideas
Environmental Services Week, according to AHA, “is a time to show appreciation for the dedicated EVS personnel that ensure health care facilities across the country are clean, safe places for patients, their families and other staff members.” Here are 3 simple ways to introduce sustainability into your celebrations for Environmental Services week which runs September…
Read MoreCoronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Ambulatory Care Settings
As the coronavirus outbreak spreads globally, healthcare providers and facilities need to exercise caution in handling waste generated from caring for infected or potentially infectious patients. When it comes to ambulatory care settings, extra safety measures are required to minimize or eradicate the virus’s risks. This is particularly regarding how best to dispose of waste…
Read MoreSustainability Consulting in the Healthcare Sector (Medical Waste Plan)
Medical waste is one of the most expensive types of trash. Those red biohazard garbage bags? Budget busters. They cost up to 17 times more to dispose of than regular garbage or recycling. Let us help you navigate the right medical waste plan.
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