Better for the Environment

Everyone is aware of the global efforts to reduce the amount of plastic and chemicals entering our environment. Inhaled anesthetics are known to deplete the ozone layer and the health care sector accounts for 8% of total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions with operating rooms generating 20-30% of total hospital waste1.

SpiraLith Ca provides an opportunity to significantly reduce environmental footprint:

• SpiraLith Ca’s superior duration and decreased frequency of cannister changes mean users contribute significantly less plastic and chemicals to our landfills.

• SpiraLith Ca’s is safe for low-flow anesthesia, meaning users can significantly reduce inhaled anesthetics entering our atmosphere.

1 Axelrod, et al. Task force on Environmental Sustainability Committee on Equipment and Facilities. Greening the Operating Room and Perioperative Arena: Environmental Sustainability for Anesthesia Practice, Revised October 2014.