In addition to the medical technology sector’s core goal of saving lives and improving health, environmental and social considerations are an integral part of our industry’s operations. We acknowledge that preserving a healthy environment and building socially responsible value chains are essential in keeping human beings in good health. Our industry needs to be at the forefront of addressing challenges related to sustainable healthcare.
A healthier planet, a healthier future
In addition to the medical technology sector’s core goal of saving lives and improving public health, sustainability is becoming an integral part of our industry’s operations and innovation cycles. Preserving a healthy environment, building sustainable and resilient healthcare systems and socially responsible value chains —alongside advancing sustainable finance models and value-based procurement—are all key drivers of a healthier future for people, the planet, and society as a whole.
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the healthcare sector is more than just a driver of innovation—it recognises that sustainability is not an option but a responsibility besides a growing opportunity.
By embracing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), medical technology industries contribute to ensuring that progress in healthcare does not come at the cost of our planet, but contributes to a healthier, more sustainable world for generations to come. Through sustainable innovation, responsible practices, and global collaboration, the industry is shaping a future where cutting-edge healthcare and sustainability stewardship coexist.
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Sigrid Linher
Director Sustainability & Environment
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Director Sustainability & Environment
Sigrid joined MedTech Europe in June 2023. She heads the Sustainability and Environment team. With the support of her team, she takes the lead in representing the organisation in this area to the outside world. As a member of the MedTech Europe Leadership Team, Sigrid contributes to the future strategic direction of the association.
Sigrid is passionate for business with a purpose and shaping a sustainable future.
A lawyer by training and an Austrian national, she is fluent in German, English and French and has a thorough understanding of Dutch. Sigrid holds an Executive Master in International Association Management of Solvay Business School, Belgium.
She came to MedTech Europe from the Brussel’s office of the Bundesverband der Deutschen Industrie e.V. (BDI), where her professional activities centred around the EU Green Deal, Fit-for-55 and REPowerEU policies. Previously, she worked for 17 years at Orgalim, Europe’s Technology Industries, as Director in charge of energy, climate and environment, including chemicals, product and waste legislation.
Outside the office, Sigrid enjoys nature discovery together with her family and friends, gardening and arts.
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