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The Sustainable Healthcare Podcast

The Sustainable Healthcare Podcast

By: Green Innovation Group A/S
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 Learn the dos and don'ts of green innovation from experienced industry leaders. Your hosts are Frederik Van Deurs and Joachim Almdal.Copyright Green Innovation Group A/S Economics
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  • 086 Sustainable Healthcare Podcast Michael Maagaard

    086 Sustainable Healthcare Podcast Michael Maagaard
    Jul 21 2025
    Driving Sustainable Change in Healthcare: Insights from Michael Maagaard

    Join us in this episode of the Sustainable Healthcare Podcast with Michael Maagaard from the Center for Sustainable Hospitals in Denmark.

    Michael discusses his background in educational psychology and healthcare, the rapid growth of their sustainability center, and their efforts in integrating sustainability within hospital operations. Learn about the challenges and solutions in implementing sustainable practices, the role of collaboration with suppliers, and practical steps to reduce waste and improve outcomes in healthcare.

    Key takeaways include the importance of using less, using longer, and using greener in healthcare settings.

    00:00 Introduction to the Sustainable Healthcare Podcast
    00:29 Meet Michael Mojo: Background and Role
    02:09 Center for Sustainable Hospitals: Mission and Growth
    04:05 Challenges and Strategies in Sustainability
    07:14 Clinicians' Concerns and Hygiene Issues
    17:38 Sustainability Agreements and Success Stories
    22:32 Collaborations with Suppliers and Industry
    32:05 Key Learnings in Change Management
    35:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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    36 mins
  • 085 - Navigating the Demand Revolution in Sustainable Healthcare with Nicolai Broby Eckert

    085 - Navigating the Demand Revolution in Sustainable Healthcare with Nicolai Broby Eckert
    Jul 11 2025
    Commercializing Sustainability in Healthcare: Insights from 'The Demand Revolution'

    In this episode of the Sustainable Healthcare Podcast, host Joachim interviews Nicolai Broby Eckert, a senior partner at Simon-Kucher and author of 'The Demand Revolution'.

    They discuss the challenges and opportunities in commercializing sustainability in pharma, MedTech, and healthcare sectors. Nicolai shares key insights from his book, including:

    - The importance of affordable green products
    - 85% of consumers are on a sustainability journey - you should segment based on this
    - Strategic plays companies can adopt to integrate sustainability into their business models.


    00:00 Intro
    00:11 Meet Our Guest: Nikolai, Author of 'The Demand Revolution'
    00:57 The Disconnect Between CEOs and Consumers on Sustainability
    02:56 Consumer Behavior and Sustainability: Key Findings
    07:35 Strategic Implications for Companies
    10:42 Sustainability in Pharma and MedTech
    16:42 The Importance of Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement
    21:03 The Kodak Moment: Risks and Opportunities
    25:35 Innovative Strategies for Sustainability
    33:43 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More Information
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    36 mins
  • 084 - Sustainable Healthcare: Tackling Climate Change Through Innovation with Dr. Reed Omary

    084 - Sustainable Healthcare: Tackling Climate Change Through Innovation with Dr. Reed Omary
    Jan 20 2025
    Join us in this episode with Dr. Reed Omary, professor of radiology and a sustainability advocate, shares his journey toward integrating environmental consciousness into healthcare.

    We talk about how sustainability can drive innovation and improve efficiency as well as addressing challenges in healthcare systems, with practical insights for clinicians, administrators, and policymakers.

    In this episode you can discover actionable steps to reduce waste, improve outcomes, and make a difference in the fight against climate change.
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    43 mins
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