Case Study: University Hospital Bonn reduces waste costs with Resourcify

University Hospital Bonn Digitises Waste Management With Resourcify

The University Hospital Bonn, a major healthcare institution, faced significant challenges in managing over 6,300 tonnes of waste annually across its complex facility. With a system involving 1,200 containers and 15 disposal companies, their process was inefficient, costing approximately €950,000 per year and lacking in legal compliance. To digitally overhaul this operation, the hospital partnered with Resourcify and implemented its waste and recyclables management software.

Resourcify’s solution provided a centralized digital platform for managing, billing, and reporting on all waste streams. This streamlined communication with disposal companies and automated over 1,500 monthly orders. The results were substantial, including a 20-40% reduction in personnel costs, increased revenue from recyclables, and full legal compliance. The hospital has significantly improved its recycling rate and now operates a more cost-effective and transparent waste management system thanks to Resourcify.

University Hospital Bonn

Michael Schmitz

Head of Department Infrastructure Service, Sustainability Department and Waste Management Officer