SUSTAINABILITY SOLUTIONS FOR THE MEDICAL DEVICE & PHARMACEUTICAL SECTORS

Measure and reduce environmental impact, reach compliance, and future-proof your operations with science-based sustainability strategies tailored to the medical device and pharmaceutical sectors. Our work champions pharmaceutical sector sustainability and supports the adoption of sustainable practices in healthcare.

DRIVE SUSTAINABLE HEALTHCARE

The healthcare sector is responsible for around 4.4% of global CO₂e emissions, with medical device manufacturing a significant contributor, sustainability practices in healthcare are more important than ever. Energy-intensive production, transportation, sterile packaging, and cold-chain logistics lead to high operational carbon and biodiversity footprints.

Pharmaceutical sector sustainability and sustainability solutions for medical devices are now central to reducing this impact. The environmental impact of medical devices extends across their entire lifecycle, from raw material extraction and production to use and disposal. By embedding sustainable practices in healthcare, organizations can not only lower emissions but also improve resource efficiency, reduce waste, and support the transition to a circular economy. Ultimately, advancing sustainability in these sectors ensures better long-term patient outcomes while safeguarding environmental and public health.

What are the key sustainability challenges in medical and pharmaceutical? Regulatory scrutiny is increasing:

CSRD

Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) requires transparent reporting for compliance and procurement purposes.

ISO 14001 and ISO 20400

Whilst ISO 14001 and ISO 20400 are both voluntary, they are becoming more of an expected benchmark. They both help these sectors meet growing regulatory, market, and ESG pressures, and they integrate smoothly with existing quality and risk‑management frameworks.

Pharmaceutical Sector Sustainability

HOW TUNLEY SUPPORTS MEDICAL DEVICE & PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES

We specialize in delivering science-based sustainability solutions for medical devices and pharmaceutical companies, tailored to the unique needs of these highly regulated sectors.

Our team of PhD-qualified scientists brings cross-sector expertise and technical rigor to every engagement, ensuring accuracy, credibility, and regulatory alignment. We can assist with even the most complex of assessments focused on medical devices, pharmaceutical sector sustainability and sustainable practices in healthcare.

Our services include:

COMPLIANCE

Ensure full corporate sustainability compliance from carbon reporting to, supply chain transparency, and ESG disclosures.

CSRD COMPLIANCE

PRODUCT CARBON REDUCTION

Showcase environmental responsibility, and gain detailed insights into your product's ecological impact.

LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT (LCA)

NET ZERO

Assessing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions of your business and implementing reduction strategies.

BUSINESS CARBON ASSESSMENT (BCA)

SUPPLY CHAIN SUSTAINABILITY

CARBON REDUCTION PLANS

NATURE

Assessing the impact that your operations and business have on nature and the environment.

SUPPLY CHAIN BIODIVERSITY FOOTPRINT (SCBF)

NATURE POSITIVE PATHWAYS

GREEN MARKETING

Ensuring you communicate sustainability initiatives to conform with compliance and engage with your target audiences.

GREEN CLAIMS CODE COMPLIANCE

TRAINING

Comprehensive training courses are designed to equip professionals at all levels with the knowledge and skills needed.

BESPOKE SUSTAINABILITY TRAINING

We're proud to be recognised as a Business Carbon Verified company by Tunley Environmental. This achievement is a testiment to our dedication to environmental responsibility and our ongoing efforts to create a more sustainable future. The Team are lovely and very informative. Everything was handled with great care and the report was done in record time! Felt very supported throughout the journey and happy to report that we are on track thanks to Tunley!

Natasha Pieters

Business Support Manager | Merco Medical Staffing Ltd

We used Tunley Environmental to help us with out carbon reduction targets, they conducted an embedded carbon report for one of our key ranges and we are now exploring next steps. I would highly recommend them professional, helpful a great company to work with.

Kieron King

Quality Manager | Inpress

We found all of the Tunley Environmental representatives to be extremely friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. They provided a high standard of service with plenty of advice and support, including regular meetings to update on progress and present findings. Working with Tunley Environmental, we conducted a staff engagement survey about sustainability practices at home and at work, the findings have been really informative and helped guide us on areas for improvement and development. We look forward to working with Tunley Environmental again on future projects.

Mary Bellamy

Lead Research Nurse | University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

I found all parts of the service to be straightforward and efficient; I needed a CRP done in a short turnaround and with plenty of hurdles to jump over. This was done ahead of schedule and to high quality. All around great service, and I would recommend them to anyone.

Laurence Johnson

Group Bid Manager | Seven Resourcing

Stacey and Gareth were excellent in explaining the onboarding process and info gathering, taking much of the worry away from us and produced a really professional report and recommendations for achieving net zero. I would not hesitate to recommend Tunley Environmental to anyone considering starting on their carbon reduction journey.

Andrew Swindley

Managing Director | Spear UK

WHY CHOOSE TUNLEY

With a full team of PhD-level scientists and sustainability consultants, we don’t just help you ‘tick boxes’, we work alongside your team to drive real, measurable environmental sustainability impact. From carbon footprinting and biodiversity assessments to regulatory compliance and net zero roadmaps, we’re your full-service partner for sustainability assessment success.

01BESPOKE SUPPORT

Tailored to sector-specific regulatory and operational demands

025-STAR SERVICE

100% 5-star feedback from global clients

03PhD SCIENTISTS

Ensuring scientific robustness and solid verification

04CROSS-SECTOR EXPERIENCE

From healthcare to engineering, construction to FMCG

Want To Know More?

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the biggest sustainability challenges in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors?

High emissions from manufacturing, sterile packaging, cold-chain logistics, and complex supply chains make sustainability particularly challenging in these regulated industries.

What is the environmental impact of medical devices?

Medical devices can have high carbon and biodiversity footprints due to materials, energy-intensive manufacturing, and disposal challenges. Life cycle assessments and Supply Chain Biodiversity Footprint Assessments help quantify and reduce these impacts.

How can Tunley support sustainable practices in healthcare?

We provide LCAs, carbon assessments, Scope 3 emissions reviews, and regulatory compliance support tailored to healthcare and pharmaceutical supply chains.

Do healthcare organizations need to comply with PPN 006 or CSRD?

Yes. Public contracts and EU reporting frameworks increasingly require transparent carbon reporting, especially when it comes to procuring NHS contracts within PPN 006. Tunley helps you meet these requirements with data-backed strategies.

How long does it take to complete a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for a medical product? Timelines vary, but most LCAs take 6–10 weeks, depending on data complexity and the product type.

Why does pharmaceutical sector sustainability matter for patients and the environment? Pharmaceutical sector sustainability is about more than compliance, it directly affects patient health, environmental resilience, and long-term healthcare affordability. Energy use, supply chains, and waste all contribute to the environmental impact of medical devices and pharmaceuticals. By adopting sustainability solutions for medical devices and embedding sustainable practices in healthcare, organizations can reduce emissions, minimize waste, and create more resilient supply systems that ultimately benefit both patients and the planet.