Few sectors are as intrinsically tied to sustainability issues as healthcare. Health equity, access and affordability are basic human rights that are still unmet in many parts of the world. While other sectors may not see the immediacy of climate change, hospitals and health systems see the impacts on their patients and communities every day. These issues shape the future of healthcare – and it’s our responsibility to ensure we sustain a resilient, forward-thinking company. Sustainability provides a framework to identify the needs most pertinent to us, and a blueprint for the future. .
OUR PURPOSE
Making healthcare more sustainable for people and the planet
Climate resilience and environmental action
We’re committed to building an environmentally sustainable business by investing in renewable energy and creating practical solutions to conserve natural resources and reduce waste. Reducing our carbon footprint — and helping our customers do the same — is top of mind.
Key topics:
- Greenhouse gas emissions
- Air emissions
- Waste management
- Water and wastewater
- Climate-related risk
Responsible products
Providing high-quality healthcare products that are safe for both patients and the environment is a key priority. We strive to be transparent in our product labeling and engage in responsible marketing practices.
Key topics:
- Sustainable products, programs and packaging
- Product safety
- Product labeling and marketing
People and communities
We want our employees, communities, suppliers and patients to achieve their full potential. We help by maintaining the highest standards of safety and health in the workplace, creating opportunities for connection and development for our employees, promoting belonging and engagement across our organisation, and addressing health equity in communities here and around the world.
Key topics:
- Belonging and engagement
- Supplier diversity
- Healthcare access and affordability
- Community engagement
- Employee engagement
- Employee health and safety
Robust governance
We do what is right, not only what is required, and hold our business, employees and suppliers to high ethical standards.
Key topics:
- Ethical sourcing
- Business ethics
- Data privacy and security
CURRENT REPORT
Read about our latest sustainability efforts
Our annual Medline Sustainability report details our global impact and the progress we’re making to reduce our environmental footprint, foster an inclusive work environment, support our communities and more.
KEY European HIGHLIGHTS
See how we made an impact
8,596
solar panels installed
*As of 2025.
2
WRAP-certified own facilities.
*As of 2025.
95.3%
waste diverted from landfill at our manufacturing facilities.
*As of 2024.
5
third-party verified LCAs covering Medline products and product ranges.
*As of 2025.
6
ISO 14001 certificates showcasing our environmental governance
*As of 2025.
9
Donation Committees across Europe.
*As of 2025.