Eco-Friendly PPE for Healthcare: A Greener Future, One Gown at a Time

At OR Greens, we believe that protecting patients and protecting the planet are not mutually exclusive goals, they are deeply connected. As a company founded by a board-certified surgeon, we know first-hand the clinical demands of sterile environments. But we also know the environmental toll that single-use PPE takes on our planet. That’s why we’re pioneering a new standard: eco-friendly PPE for healthcare.

Our mission is rooted in transforming how the healthcare industry approaches protection—not just for people, but for ecosystems. Through sustainable, reusable PPE, we’re creating a system that prioritizes sterility, safety, and sustainability, without compromise.

Let us walk you through this way of approaching the area.

Reusable PPE Benefits: Smart, Sustainable, and Clinically Proven

When most people hear “reusable,” they think “less safe” or “less effective.” But at OR Greens, we’ve turned that assumption upside down.

Our reusable PPE—including surgical gowns, wraps, and towels—is fully FDA-approved, AAMI-certified, and engineered to meet the highest standards of infection control. But unlike traditional disposables, our products don’t end up in landfills after one use. Instead, they’re designed for multiple sterilization cycles while maintaining clinical integrity.

That matters—because single-use PPE generates tens of thousands of tons of medical waste every year. By switching to reusable solutions, our partners have significantly reduced medical waste, contributing to cleaner facilities and a cleaner planet.

On the other hand, it’s also important to consider capital costs. While disposables seem cheaper at first glance, their ongoing costs stack up quickly. Reusable PPE offers cost-effective solutions over time, especially for institutions looking to streamline procurement, minimize storage needs, and cut down on constant reordering. It's a smarter investment—both financially and environmentally.

PFAS-Free Healthcare Products: Because Clean Gear Should Mean Clean Water

Many conventional PPE products contain PFAS—so-called “forever chemicals” linked to serious health and environmental risks. These toxic substances don’t break down, meaning they accumulate in water, soil, and even human tissue.

We’ve made it our priority to keep our products PFAS-free. Why? Because as healthcare providers, we should never have to choose between protecting a patient and protecting the clean water they—and all of us—depend on.

By producing non-toxic medical gear, we not only safeguard the individuals wearing and handling PPE, but also prevent long-term environmental contamination. 

Our commitment to clean water protection goes hand-in-hand with our clinical promise: first, do no harm.

Microplastic-Free Medical Supplies: Breathing Easier with Toxin-Free PPE

In addition to PFAS, the issue of microplastics in medical-grade materials has become impossible to ignore. From packaging to gowns, these tiny particles shed during use, posing invisible threats to both air quality and human health.

Our PPE is engineered to be microplastic-free, reducing airborne contaminants in operating rooms and other sterile environments. It’s not just about what you can see—it’s about creating a cleaner, safer space at every level, with noticeable air quality improvement in the process.

Toxin-free PPE isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. When healthcare workers spend hours in protective gear, we have a responsibility to ensure they’re not breathing in microscopic pollutants or absorbing synthetic compounds through prolonged skin contact.

Cleaner materials mean healthier environments—both inside and outside the facility.

Why We Believe Sustainability Starts Inside the OR

Sustainability shouldn’t be an afterthought—it should be embedded in every layer of clinical decision-making. While many eco-initiatives in healthcare focus on building energy or external suppliers, we shift the lens inward: What happens inside the facility matters, too.

Every surgical wrap we reuse, every gown we reprocess, every PFAS-free fiber we choose, it’s all part of a larger system designed to heal more than just people.

All of our products are Made in the USA, using medical-grade textiles developed for durability, comfort, and repeated sterilization. We work with hospitals, clinics, and veterinary care providers to implement closed-loop systems that make reuse simple and compliant.

Here’s how it works:

1. Use: Gowns, towels, and wraps are worn in sterile environments.

2. Collect: Used items are separated for reprocessing, not discarded.

3. Sterilize: Through hospital-approved protocols or external vendors.

4. Reuse: Items re-enter circulation, reducing waste and cost.

We provide training materials, signage, and on-call support to help institutions adapt smoothly. It’s about more than products—it’s about culture change.

The Future of Healthcare Is Circular

If you're a hospital administrator, a procurement officer, or a clinician who simply wants to do better, we’re here for you. Protect your team and the planet. It starts with one switch.

We’re proud to be part of a growing movement in healthcare that refuses to choose between efficacy and ethics. We’re showing that with the right materials, the right systems, and the right partners, eco-friendly PPE for healthcare isn’t just possible; it’s powerful.

Let’s build the future—cleaner, safer, and more sustainable—together.