Son Llàtzer University Hospital has been recognised for its involvement in initiatives aimed at promoting environmental sustainability within the healthcare sector and reducing plastic waste generated through clinical activity. The award highlights the hospital’s contribution to advancing responsible healthcare practices that combine high-quality patient care with environmental protection and public health objectives.

The distinction is linked to the hospital’s participation in the #AlineadODS project, an initiative focused on developing innovative solutions to minimise the environmental impact associated with single-use plastic materials commonly employed in healthcare settings. The project seeks to integrate sustainability criteria into everyday clinical practice while supporting the principles of the Sustainable Development Goals and the One Health approach.

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Son Llàtzer Receives Recognition for Its Commitment to Sustainability and Reducing Plastic Waste in Healthcare

As part of its contribution, Son Llàtzer has collaborated in the development of Ecofluidscore, a tool created to identify and assess more sustainable products used in intravenous fluid therapy. The system is intended to assist healthcare professionals in making environmentally responsible decisions regarding procurement and product selection while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

The initiative also promotes awareness, research and innovation aimed at encouraging a stronger sustainability culture throughout healthcare organisations. Key actions include responsible purchasing strategies, carbon footprint assessment, plastic reduction campaigns and the implementation of measures designed to decrease waste generation across healthcare services.

Son Llàtzer’s active participation in this project demonstrates the growing integration of environmental considerations into healthcare management and reinforces the hospital’s commitment to a more efficient, responsible and sustainable model of care. It also underlines the value of multidisciplinary collaboration in advancing healthcare systems capable of addressing both current medical needs and future environmental challenges.