Literature
PR Study: Sharpsmart - Annual Plastic Reduction
This peer reviewed study explores the co2 green impact of using disposable vs reusable sharps containers in Loma Linda Hospital.
PR Study: Sharpsmart 84% GHG Emission Reduction
This peer reviewed study explores the impact of reusable vs disposable sharps containers on Greenhouse Gas. Using a life cycle assessment, global warming potential of a disposable sharps container and Daniels reusable Sharpsmart container were assessed. Results showed that in converting to the Sharpsmart reusable sharps container, the facility studied achieved an 84% reduction in GHG, (127 metric tons) and 99.9% reduction in the number of plastic sharps containers landfilled.
| Product Code: | 295b9a13a2e0 |
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| Media type: | PR Study Summary |
| Wastestream: | Sharps |
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