Solvay and Medacta Complete Unique Study Comparing Carbon Footprint of Single-Use and Reusable Surgical Instruments

Published Mar 02, 2016

Solvay Specialty Polymers, a leading global supplier of high-performance thermoplastics, reported today the results of a major study challenging perceptions that single-use medical instruments have a negative environmental impact vs. reusable instruments. Conducted in conjunction with Medacta International, a leading manufacturer of orthopaedic implants, neurosurgical systems and instrumentation, and Swiss Climate, an independent sustainability consultant, the report signals a significant cradle-to-grave life cycle analysis to measure the environmental impact of high-performance polymers in healthcare applications.