Some of the Actions We Are Taking
Reduce
- We have a paperless head office, meaning documents are always shared digitally as a preference, and only printed if absolutely necessary.
- By introducing hybrid working policies, we have reduced staff travel for head office employees, as well as increasing the use of secure video conferencing, holding meetings virtually where possible instead.
- We use air dryers in bathrooms to save paper.
- Motion sensors throughout our head office and warehouses are used to ensure lighting is only active when necessary. We have also installed low-energy lighting.
- We have committed to a carbon reduction plan, which you can read more about here.
Reuse
- We have eliminated the need for single-use plastic bottles by providing all staff with reusable drinks bottles. Water dispensing machines are available throughout our head office and warehouse complex, connected to the mains supply.
Recycle
- We recycle all possible materials in our head office and warehouse including paper, cardboard, plastics, and metals, with information for colleagues at every recycling point.
- Cardboard and plastics are baled for efficient transport from our warehouse.
- The stretch wrap used by our warehousing teams has been switched from virgin materials to 30% recycled LDPE.
Rethink
- We stock a range of eco-friendly dental supplies which also offer excellent value. We review the range regularly and introduce new products where we can. You can learn more about our Practice Green initiatives, and shop our Green Products here.
- We’ve switched from using standard paper in our flyers to FSC mix paper, from sustainable woodland with high conservation values, minimal use of chemicals, and a forest that is managed in a way that benefits both workers and the local community. You’ll see the FSC Mix logo on the back of all our flyers.
- We’ve stopped using non-biodegradable bags for our flyer packs, and now use oxo-biodegradable bags. This will save an estimated 25,000 single use bags annually, equivalent to over 15km of plastic bags laid end to end (longer than 1,000 London buses). This plastic contains a unique additive that, upon weathering, biotransforms the material into a bioavailable wax that can be mineralised by naturally occurring bacteria and fungi with one to two years, leaving no microplastics behind. Our biodegradable bags ensure that our flyers reach you in perfect condition, but will degrade naturally when composted. Our film conforms to BSI PAS 9017:2020 for biodegradability of polyolefins. More information can be found at www.polymateria.com
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Learn about Henry Schein Cares, our commitment to social responsibility. Discover how we support healthcare and service initiatives globally, striving to make a positive impact on communities.
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Shopping More Mindfully Through Henry Schein
Whether you’re looking to switch out your day-to-day consumables for more environmentally friendly alternatives, considering investing in energy-saving equipment solutions, or looking to streamline your workflows using paperless digital software, Henry Schein have got you covered.
Through Practice Green, we aim to empower the healthcare sector with ways to reduce their environmental footprint without compromising patient care, helping to positively contribute to a healthier planet together.
Our range of Green Products have been carefully selected based on information provided by our trusted supplier partners. These products are either reusable, contain recycled materials, can be recycled or are biodegradable, or are from a renewable source.
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Five Steps to Sustainability
Celebrate Earth Day with a fresh look at sustainable dentistry. Make meaningful changes that matter to both the planet and your patients.
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Consolidating Orders
Consolidating orders can make a big impact on your dental practice's sustainability. Reduce carbon footprint, save costs, and streamline operations.
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Reduce Dental Carbon Footprint
From chemical disposal to water waste management to overuse, many aspects of dentistry directly impact the health of our water bodies.
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Reducing Dental Carbon Footprint
By taking active steps to reduce the carbon footprint of your dental practice, you can make a positive impact and help your local community.
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Go Practice Green
Discover out how to make sustainable changes without compromising medical standards with Go Practice Green.
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World Environment Day 2025
Discover how Henry Schein can help your practice beat plastic pollution this World Environment Day.
Mark Topley Sustainability Q&A
Go Practice Green founder, Mark Topley, discusses the importance of sustainable dentistry, and how making small changes in your practice can have a big impact on the planet.
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