PHILADELPHIA—A structured recycling initiative in a high-volume gastrointestinal endoscopy center cut greenhouse gas emissions by more than 3 metric tons and reduced procedural costs by nearly 29%, according to data presented at ACG 2024. The research may provide a framework for other endoscopy centers working to reduce their effect on the environment.
To determine the best ways to recycle, gastroenterologists and facilities “need to work with manufacturers” and develop plans