Reviewed Hospitals - Purchasing Options
Options below have reviewed by pollution prevention specialists. They are commonly recommended and implemented
for facilities. |
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Work with suppliers |
Call upon vendors and group
purchasing organization (GPO) to identify and develop alternatives
for harmful and/or wasteful products and materials. |
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Wasteful Packaging |
Work with suppliers to minimize
wasteful packaging. |
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reusable shipping |
Receive supplies in reusable shipping
containers. |
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(PVC) and DEHP |
Evaluate alternatives to polyvinyl
chloride (PVC) and DEHP-containing products. |
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Centralized System |
Central system in place for
tracking and quantifying the amount of chemicals purchased, dispensed,
and disposed of. |
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Linen Purchase |
Work with your linen provider to upgrade equipment to lower water and energy usage. |