Homecare Medical & Sustainability
We recognise that our operations impact every community, household, hospital and residential home in Ireland. We are committed to making a positive environmental and social impact. We believe in equality for all, and we strive to create opportunities for our customers to live a more sustainable life.
Our Goals
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We are guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), and we’re focused on the four most relevant to our business:
- Goal 5: Industry, Innovation and infrastructure
- Goal 6: Sustainable Cities and Community
- Goal 7:: Responsible Consumption & Production
- Goal 8: Climate Action
Our Journey to Sustainability
Why ISO 14001?
In 2015, we retained accreditation of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems. This accreditation supports us in improving our environmental performance through efficient use of resources and the reduction of waste.
- As part of our effort to maintain this accreditation we conduct audits on waste segregation and employee awareness.
Maximizing Smart Technology
Logistics Department – In 2019, Homecare Medical introduced smart routes, a route optimisation software. Result 30% more eco
Result 30% more economical with our route planning
Finance Dept – In 2021, We introduced spindle document management system, this allows accounts payable to operate paperless.
Result Reducing paper by 10000 A4 pages a year
Switching to Solar
In 2023, we implemented solar panels on our distribution centre. In March we installed a 25kw system in our distribution centre in Kiltimagh.
Result The system has produced 12.477MWh in a six-month period and drastically reduced the buildings energy consumption from the grid.
The Move to Digital Working
Homecare Medical has a hybrid model of working where some staff can work from home during the week. Last year, Homecare Medical staff working from home days were 2662.5 days.
Result Saved 29.86 tones of Co2 saved from emissions.
Environmentally Friendly Products & Services
- Dry Wipes (flushable), Toilet Rolls (septic tank friendly)
- Disposable Urinal (single use and can be macerated), Disposable Bowl (single use and can be macerated), Disposable Kidney Dish (single use and can be macerated) , MIP - Laundry bags
- Taking back packaging supplied with products along with electrical products when supplying replacements
- Our rental service promotes multi use rather than single use.
“Charity is the heartbeat of community, that bridges the gap between those in need and those with the means to help, embodying the essence of human compassion and solidarity."
Mary McGuinness
Homecare Medical Co-Founder
Charity is Important to Homecare Medial
- We have donated medical supplies to our Ukrainian friends, this included core consumables to the medics and hospitals
- We have donated core consumables, defibrillators etc products to communities & hospitals across Ireland
Quality, Assured.
We pride ourselves in offering the optimum customer service, with a very strong emphasis on quality. We are proud holder of the following ISO certifications.
