The rise in the use of single-use biopharma manufacturing has shown itself to be less environmentally impactful than traditional stainless steel systems. There are a number of life cycle assessments (LCA) that show a marked decrease in energy and water when switching to these systems. However, this change leads to an increase of plastic waste which is a challenge for current recycling infrastructures. This webinar will discuss the environmental impacts of single-use manufacturing and how to approach recycling the plastic waste it creates.
In this webinar, you will learn:
- The environmental hot spots for biomanufacturing according to the latest life cycle assessments
- How much plastic waste is being generated by the industry and the challenges faced in recycling
- New recycling methods that hold promise for the future
Speaker
Jacqueline Hollands
Merck
Global Manager, Product Recycling & Innovation Sustainability and Social Business Innovation
Jacquie continues to lead and develop Merck's initiatives and programs that meet the sustainability needs of customers. Currently, she develops and leads product recycling options such as the Biopharma Single Use product recycling program. Jacquie has had more than 20 years of experience within the life sciences industry, holding positions in biological research, training, sales, and sales support as well as a program manager on several product development projects for detection instrumentation platforms. Jacquie holds a bachelor's in biological sciences from Hood College.
Pharma and biopharma manufacturing
- Pharma and biopharma manufacturing
Duration:39min
Language:English
Session 1:presented September 6, 2022
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