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This study from Doncaster Renal Services evaluated reducing haemodialysis machine heat disinfection to once daily, instead of multiple cycles, to save energy and water. The team monitored infection…
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May 2025
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Poudyal, L., Long, L., Lockley, L., Choo, S., Kaki, S.
This project from Bradford renal services evaluated reducing the frequency of haemodialysis machine heat disinfections to cut energy and water use. Heat disinfection is essential for safety but is…
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May 2025
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Orlando, A., Bajet, L., McCarthy, J., Choo, S,. Lockley, L., Stoves, J.
This study presents the carbon footprint of the In-Centre Haemodialysis (ICHD) patient pathway in Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, mapping emissions across key stages of treatment. It highlights the…
Case study submitted as part of Lancet Commission call for case studies.
Team members / location: Wales, UK
Issue: The healthcare sector contributes heavily to climate change, producing 4.4% of…
Setting/Patient Group: Operating Theatres
Issue to be addressed:
To reduce the environmental impact of two operating theatres, focusing on waste disposal and electricity usage.…
The project was shortlisted for the Green Nephrology Awards 2012. The PDF award entry poster may be downloaded fromhere.
Key learning point: Electricity energy saving in patients homes – with…
Published date
July 2012
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Kevin Gibbs, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
