Strategies to reduce the carbon footprint associated with steam sterilization

Avoiding unnecessary sterilization of intermediate- or lower-risk medical devices

Loading the decontamination machine optimally (slots are frequently unfilled)

Power off inactive sterilizer units (as opposed to leaving on stand-by mode) during off hours, through automated timer systems

Using low carbon renewable energy supply

Reference: Rizan C, Lillywhite R, Reed M, et al. Minimising carbon and financial costs of steam sterilisation and packaging of reusable surgical instruments. Br J Surg 2022; 109(2): 200-10.

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