Reduce Waste, Save Money

Sustainability initiative at Bon Secours Hospital's pathology lab aimed at reducing costs and environmental impact in the lab.

Achieved a 64% reduction in chemical waste.

Saved approximately €37,000 annually.

Improved health and safety conditions for staff.

Involved complete buy-in from the histology team.

Recommended practices include auditing and collaboration with other labs.

Adoption of a reagent management system streamlined operations.

Educated staff on proper waste disposal reduced clinical waste.