As part of the sustainable procurement directory, this section provides guidance on over 50 medical products health care organizations can target for sustainable procurement.
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(Greenhealth cost of ownership toolkit) Frequently asked questions about using the Greenhealth cost of ownership calculator
The Greehealth Cost of Ownership Calculator is designed to support looking at costs beyond the price tag, to evaluate hidden expenses, such as energy and waste costs, and other operational costs of using a product allowing more informed decision-making based on the full costs to an organization.
The integrated pest management practitioner’s 2015 directory of least-toxic pest control products contains more than 2000 products produced by more than 600 suppliers.
Purchasers can take the following steps to source foods produced without the use of genetically engineered (GE) ingredients (also called “genetically modified” or “GMOs”).
(Health Care Without Harm) Purchasers can take the following steps to source dairy products produced without the use of the dairy drug recombinant bovine growth hormone (rBGH generally referred to as BGH, also called rBST or Posilac (the brand name of the drug).
(Health Care Without Harm) We know it can be difficult to find products that meet your sustainability goals. We’re here to help!
All of the meat and poultry in this database are raised without routine, non-therapeutic antibiotics. They meet the criteria used by Health Care Without Harm and Practice Greenhealth.
Chicken, turkey, beef, pork, lamb – we’ve got it all! Just click on the spreadsheet that matches the category you’re looking for. Other includes lamb, veal, meatloaf, hot dogs and sausage.
(Greenhealth cost of ownership toolkit) The Greenhealth total cost of ownership user community will provide a welcome space for users of the calculator to share their experiences and learn from others.
Suggested environmental considerations for contracts for underpads, diapers, and briefs to facilitate the purchasing process.
Environmental considerations for the RFI/RFP process for medical instrument cleaners.
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