Show Notes
In this episode, Frederik explores the role of public procurement in decarbonizing the healthcare sector.
He talks about the need for standardized sustainability requirements and shares insights from a survey with buyers across Europe. He also delves into the progress of the pharmaceutical industry and the importance of weighted tender scoring criteria.
Tune in to learn more about the importance of sustainability in healthcare procurement and the need for greater alignment between ambitions and execution.
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