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Using re-usable equipment (particularly when made from biomaterials) can have a significant impact, as can consciously choosing to procure in-country wherever possible, as domestic manufacture has been shown to cut the carbon footprint of individual items. CSJ
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About the author
Kevin Porter is the technical director at Tecman Advanced Healthcare Products and oversees the sustainable design and manufacture of PPE at the company. Kevin has worked in materials engineering for over 25 years and has developed innovative materials and products for some of the biggest names in the healthcare, energy and automotive sectors, including NHS, Siemens and JLR.
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