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Reducing the Environmental Impact of an Operating Room: A Digital Twin Approach

In: Advanced Perspectives and Trends in Digital Transformation of Firms, Networks, and Society

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  • Marco Ferretti

    (University of Naples Parthenope)

  • Gerardo Luisi

    (University of Naples Parthenope)

  • Stefano Riemma

    (University of Salerno)

  • Francesco Schiavone

    (University of Naples Parthenope)

  • Federica Zeuli

    (University of Naples Parthenope)

Abstract

Environmental pollution is a critical issue that needs attention from policymakers, particularly considering the healthcare sector’s substantial carbon footprint. This study explores the environmental impact of healthcare activities, highlighting the significant contribution of hospital operations that increase air pollution through energy consumption and waste generation. Our analysis is on the production of anesthetic gases and intensive water usage in hospital facilities are identified as primary pollutants. To address these challenges, the research examines the potential strategy of digital twins (DT) and life cycle assessment (LCA) methodologies to optimize resource management and reduce emissions in healthcare settings. In our study through agent-based modeling (ABM), we simulated different scenarios to evaluate the environmental consequences of different strategies. This research aims to provide insights for healthcare organizations to implement more sustainable practices and technologies, and for mitigating the environmental impact of the operations in hospital rooms. The research highlights that there are alternatives that are more environmentally friendly even though it is necessary to make initial investments.

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  • Marco Ferretti & Gerardo Luisi & Stefano Riemma & Francesco Schiavone & Federica Zeuli, 2025. "Reducing the Environmental Impact of an Operating Room: A Digital Twin Approach," Springer Proceedings in Business and Economics, in: Francesco Schiavone & Nessrine Omrani & Heger Gabteni (ed.), Advanced Perspectives and Trends in Digital Transformation of Firms, Networks, and Society, chapter 0, pages 191-196, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:prbchp:978-3-031-80692-6_16
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-80692-6_16
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