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New Reusable Medical Technology Project Launching in 2025
The Centre for Sustainable Healthcare (CSH) is proud to announce that we are partnering with the Department for Health and Social Care’s Design for Life team to deliver a groundbreaking pilot project ‘Reusable MedTech in the NHS – Pioneering Sustainable Healthcare’.
The primary aim of this project is to answer the question, ‘how can the NHS successfully transition from single-use to reusable MedTech while ensuring patient safety, infection control, and cost-effectiveness?’
This initiative will work with selected NHS Trusts and Health Boards to assess the environmental and financial benefits of transitioning from single-use to reusable versions of key medical products. The project will also investigate the barriers healthcare professionals and institutions face in making this transition.
Why is the Reusable MedTech in the NHS project important?
The NHS relies heavily on single-use medical products, contributing significantly to carbon emissions, waste production, and rising costs. While reusable alternatives exist, widespread adoption has been limited by concerns around infection control, cost implications, and logistical challenges. There is a clear need to evaluate the feasibility of switching to reusable MedTech while maintaining high standards of patient safety and efficiency.
This pilot represents a crucial step towards embedding sustainability in NHS supply chains. By providing robust evidence on the feasibility and benefits of reusable MedTech, the project will help inform national policy and pave the way for wider adoption across the healthcare system.
CSH’s role in leading change
At CSH, we are committed to helping the NHS transition towards more sustainable practices. By working alongside DHSC, NHS Trusts, and academic partners, we are ensuring that sustainability and patient care go hand in hand. This project is a key milestone in building a more resource-efficient and environmentally responsible healthcare system.
Learn more about the project
Would you like to learn more about the project? Please head to our dedicated project page to find out more.
If you have any questions about the project or need any more information please contact Rachel McLean, CSH’s SusQI Programme Lead.
