Sustainable Product Development Models in Healthcare Technology: Quantifying the Environmental and Operational Impact of Green Design Integration

Authors

  • Ezichi Adanna Anokwuru  School of Architecture, Computing & Engineering, University of East London, London, United Kingdom
  • Onum Friday okoh  Department of economics, university of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32628/IJSRST2291346

Keywords:

Sustainable Product Development, Healthcare Technology, Green Design, Environmental Impact, Operational Efficiency

Abstract

The growing environmental footprint of healthcare technology has intensified the need for sustainable product development models that align innovation with ecological responsibility. This study explores how integrating green design principles into healthcare technology can significantly reduce environmental degradation while enhancing operational efficiency and product longevity. It emphasizes the interdependence between sustainability, technological advancement, and healthcare performance, focusing on how eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient production processes, and circular economy strategies can drive transformative change in the industry. The discussion highlights the environmental benefits of adopting life-cycle thinking in device manufacturing and the operational advantages of reduced waste, improved resource utilization, and cost optimization. Furthermore, the study underscores the importance of corporate sustainability policies, stakeholder collaboration, and regulatory frameworks in advancing green healthcare innovations. By quantifying the ecological and operational gains from sustainable design integration, it provides a framework for balancing patient safety, product effectiveness, and environmental stewardship. The findings suggest that sustainable product development is not merely an environmental imperative but a strategic pathway toward resilient, cost-effective, and future-ready healthcare systems. Ultimately, this work contributes to a growing body of knowledge that redefines healthcare technology innovation through the lens of sustainability, positioning green design as a cornerstone of global health and environmental well-being.

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Ezichi Adanna Anokwuru, Onum Friday okoh "Sustainable Product Development Models in Healthcare Technology: Quantifying the Environmental and Operational Impact of Green Design Integration" International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology(IJSRST), Online ISSN : 2395-602X, Print ISSN : 2395-6011,Volume 10, Issue 6, pp.919-939, November-December-2023. Available at doi : https://doi.org/10.32628/IJSRST2291346