073 - Accelerating Decarbonization in Healthcare with Addie MacGregor, Sustainability Executive @ ABHI
The Sustainable Healthcare PodcastShow Notes
In this podcast, Addie MacGregor from the Association of British Health Tech Industries discusses the healthcare sector's efforts to decarbonize and the importance of collaboration.
She highlights the role of the NHS in driving sustainability and the challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises.
Tune in to learn about the support ABHI provides to its members and the opportunities and challenges in remanufacturing and reusing medical devices.
Stay motivated and join the conversation on accelerating decarbonization in the healthcare sector.
Enjoy.
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