The 2025 Medtech Sustainability Forum, co-hosted by ACTION Innovation Network and UMass Lowell Innovation Hub, will be presented as a 3-part Spring Discussion Series.  The first event will take place on April 17th from 9:15-11:30am in-person at EPAM Continuum, 21 Drydock, Boston, MA.

Learn about the Commonwealth’s current and pending legislative policies on waste reduction, EPR, recycling, sustainability, and the circular economy, with a focus on plastics and packaging. How can we ready early-stage and more mature companies for these policies?

Hear from Sustain Health Solutions about its mission to revolutionize the healthcare industry by utilizing innovative solutions and expert guidance to empower healthcare providers to make informed decisions that promote sustainable practices and foster a healthier environment for all.

Some of our confirmed discussion leaders, and more to follow:

Waneta Trabert, Associate of Policy and Programs, Massachusetts Product Stewardship Council (MassPSC) City of Newton

Rachel Perlman, Environmental Consultant, Resource Recycling Systems

Conor Carlin, President, Clef Advisory

Sarju Ganatra, Medical Director of Sustainability, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center and President and Director,, Sustain Health Solutions

Avery Palardy, Climate & Sustainability Director, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center We thank our sponsors, EPAM Continuum and Sustain Health Solutions for enabling us to offer this program at no cost. We hope you will join us for this enlightening discussion!