Hygiene Meets Sustainability - Revolutionising Wet Wipes & Hygiene Products
Care Process & Redesign
Singapore Healthcare Management Congress
Others
31 December 2023
To develop eco-friendly products using biodegradable formulation, non-woven paper, and packaging. Helping improve consumer awareness of sustainability and creating products that impact the environment positively.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Product Development, Product Evaluation
About this Content
Aims
To develop eco-friendly products using biodegradable formulation, non-woven paper, and packaging
Background
Many wipes in the market contain synthetic fibers like polyester and polypropylene, which never degrade. The goal is to create biodegradable wipes that also perform well and are environmentally responsible.
Methods
Using biodegradable formulations and non-woven paper that degrades within months, using only natural fibers for wipes
Results
Successfully created a biodegradable wipe that can be composted, has no significant environmental impact, and performs well for consumers
Conclusion
Helping improve consumer awareness of sustainability and creating products that impact the environment positively
Lessons Learnt
Integration of natural fibers in wipes greatly reduces environmental impact. The development has led to the creation of more sustainable products and more awareness on biodegradable materials
Keywords
Biodegradable, Wet Wipes, Flushable, Eco-friendly, Sustainability
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | Others |
Organization(s) Involved | Freshening Professional |
Platform(s) | Singapore Healthcare Management Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Infectious Diseases, Healthcare Administrators |
Project Lead(s) | Moh Yan Ting, Michael Agabao, Charlene Tan |
Project Member(s) |
Connect with this contributor!
Moh Yan Ting - mohyanting@singhealth.com.sg
Project Attachment
140_Tan_Freshening_SHM_2023_Hygiene_Meets_Sustainability.pdf