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old linens by partnering with local textile recyclers – older items can often be reused or transformed into fillings, pet beds, or respun for charity clothing, keeping them out of landfill. Investing in technology is another plus: why not consider going paperless by introducing digital care plans, or putting systems in place to stop unnecessary printing?


In kitchens and laundry rooms, there


may be opportunities in looking at consumables and processes, as well. At JLA, we’ve helped many customers optimise the frequency of their laundry cycles, reducing water, electricity, and chemical use by implementing ‘full-load only’ policies. Elsewhere, we’ve seen customers moving to microfibre cloths instead of plastic- heavy mops and buckets. A switch to more biodegradable products, and eliminating bleach and destainers, could also produce clean results and longer lifespans for linen, saving you more over the long term.


How energy-saving equipment can support your goals When it comes to making sure your existing setup is as efficient as possible, another crucial step is making sure your critical equipment is serviced regularly. This approach helps to ensure air conditioning units, washers, and dryers can live longer, perform better and use less power – and that you’ll be more likely to avoid costly breakdowns that could go on to affect residents and staff. A bigger project might involve a more


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strategic upgrade to fit-for-purpose equipment. Here, the first port of call for energy savings should be your laundry room – and specifically any domestic systems being used there. This is because an 8kg domestic machine and an 8kg commercial model differ wildly in spec, performance and energy use, without taking up much more space. And because, by investing in a fit-for- purpose commercial appliance, you’ll enjoy multiple additional benefits. These include faster cycle times, with machines completing


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a 40°C wash in as little as 30 minutes versus a two- or three-hour cycle; and greater durability, with commercial machines built to handle up to 30,000+ cycles. There are even machines that measure absorbency (not just weight) to optimise your water use, saving more energy by minimising the need to rewash loads. On top of this, commercial machines can be programmed to handle infected linen in line with healthcare standards. JLA’s own OTEX system uses ozone to effectively kill 99.999 per cent of harmful microbes including coronavirus and heat-resistant, spore-forming bacteria such as C. difficile. Better yet, it does all this using lower wash temperatures than traditional thermal disinfection, reducing electricity use.


The future of care sustainability As well as the steps you’re taking internally, you should always take the opportunity to work with organisations across your supply chain. Don’t be afraid to push for alternatives, or seek clarity on incoming regulations and how they might affect your compliance. It’s worth remembering that


many of your suppliers will be taking their own sustainability journeys, which should mean they’re ready to support you with greener solutions tailored to your own needs. Taking stock now will also give you the chance to get up-to-speed on what’s coming down the line. At JLA, we’re always looking five to seven years ahead, liaising with manufacturers and researching new solutions to complex challenges; this curiosity allows us to keep one eye on tomorrow.


It bears repeating that you don’t have to choose between sustainability, safety, and compliance. Having a well-defined sustainability strategy now can only help you control costs, maintain compliance and deliver high standards of care as you go forward.


Helen Buchan


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As head of product at JLA, Helen plays a key role in sourcing the best commercial equipment for the care sector. Her work is driven by research and innovation; she looks to deliver smart compliance solutions that reduce both energy use and operational costs for organisations across the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands.


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