In the bustling corridors of hospitals worldwide, a silent crisis unfolds. Each year, healthcare generates an estimated 15 million tonnes of plastic waste, with single-use items like IV bags and syringes contributing a significant portion. This figure, equivalent to over seven full shopping centres worth...
Pharmaceutical waste is something that every healthcare facility has to deal with, but not everyone fully understands. From expired medicines to leftover chemotherapy drugs, it all needs careful handling to avoid risks to people and the environment. In this blog, we are going to break...
Proper medical waste disposal is more than just a legal requirement. It is a critical part of keeping patients, staff, and the environment safe. In South Africa, healthcare facilities produce a wide variety of waste, ranging from everyday items like gloves and masks to hazardous...
Waste management is one of the biggest environmental and social challenges facing modern societies. In South Africa, the issue is becoming more urgent as cities grow and waste levels rise. Laws such as the National Environmental Management: Waste Act set out clear responsibilities, yet problems...
Medical waste is more than just rubbish. It includes anything generated in hospitals, clinics, laboratories, or nursing homes that could be infectious, toxic, or hazardous. Around 85% of healthcare waste is similar to normal household waste, while the remaining 15% is dangerous and requires careful...
Construction and demolition (C&D) waste is one of the fastest-growing streams of solid waste globally, and South Africa is no exception. With an estimated 10.8 million tonnes of C&D waste reaching disposal sites each year, the environmental and economic implications are significant. Efficient recycling and...
In today’s world, the safe and effective management of hazardous waste is vital for protecting public health, preserving the environment, and ensuring compliance with stringent regulations. Hazardous waste includes materials that can be toxic, flammable, corrosive or reactive, posing significant risks if mishandled. Businesses across...
Plastic pollution has emerged as one of the most pressing environmental issues in Gauteng, South Africa's economic hub. With the province accounting for nearly a quarter of the country’s total population and acting as the centre of industry, commerce, and urban development, the scale of...
Healthcare facilities save lives daily, but they also generate significant amounts of hazardous waste. In South Africa, poor segregation and disposal practices in many public hospitals have increased the risks posed by healthcare risk waste (HCRW). From infectious waste and cytotoxic residues to pharmaceutical products...
The efficient management of medical waste is one of the most critical aspects of healthcare operations, and medical waste companies play a central role in ensuring that hazardous materials are collected, transported, and disposed of safely. With rising volumes of biomedical waste from hospitals, clinics,...
