The surgical services department is one of the largest generators of waste in a hospital. And as the number of cases pile up at ambulatory surgical centers, so does the waste. Even a minor case like an abscess drainage can leave the trash cans overflowing with non-contaminated waste. Here are 11 waste minimization and energy conservation initiatives your colleagues have embraced that can have a considerable impact on your bottom line and soften the environmental footprint your facility leaves on your community.