The goal of the event is to provide education, examples of waste diversion best practices and networking opportunities for anyone that works in or with the healthcare industry and is involved with waste diversion, sustainability, asset management or purchasing.

Objectives are to share:

·          City of Dallas Zero Waste Plan goals and how those goals will impact how hospital’s will manage their waste streams

·          Waste diversion best practices for the healthcare industry with an overview provided by UTSW Medical Center and Parkland Health and Hospital System

·          Project Cure’s presentation on how to provide donated medical supplies and equipment to hospitals, clinics and community health centers in developing countries and the benefits for sponsors

·          Provide an opportunity for businesses to provide information about what services or resources they offer to support a health care facilities zero waste goals

The last 30 minutes should be available for networking and allow attendees to visit with the vendors.