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Go Blue to Green and Save
A Med/Surg unit set up designated bins in operating rooms for blue wrap recycling and educated staff about proper use, helping save money and protect our earth.
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Why This Matters
- Recycling blue wrap saves money and helps the environment.
Test of Change
- Placing blue wrap recycling container in operating rooms
Clean Floors and Save Money
An efficient floor-cleaning machine improves the workplace and saves money.
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Why This Matters
- Clean floors make the workplace safer, healthier and improve efficiency.
Test of Change
- Using a newer floor-cleaning machine reduced injury risk and consumed less water
Go Green
Eco-projects are saving an estimated $12,000 a year at one medical center.
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Why This Matters
- Green projects protect the environment, save money and help workers build career skills.
Test of Change
- Enroll the entire EVS department in a green skills certification class