- link Copy URL - [ Share on X ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Cook Medical Joins the Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1317011?absolute=1&via=3blnews "Share on X") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1317011?absolute=1 "Share on Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1317011?absolute=1 "Share on Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=Cook Medical Joins the Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council&body=ESG News from Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1317011?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Health & Healthcare](/categories/health-healthcare) # Cook Medical Joins the Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council Jul 15, 2026 11:00 AM ET ![Cook Medical](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/Cook%20Medical.png) The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) is pleased to welcome [Cook Medical](https://www.cookmedical.com/), a global leader in the development and manufacturing of medical devices, as a new member. Cook Medical specializes in minimally invasive technologies across various specialties, including interventional radiology, peripheral intervention, gastroenterology, and urology, among others. “Cook Medical has demonstrated their commitment to sustainability through a number of initiatives, including focuses on minimizing waste, conserving energy, and promoting the use of recyclable and renewable materials,” shared Tracy Taszarek, Executive Director of HPRC. “We welcome their technical expertise and extensive experience in the medical device industry and look forward to collaborating with their team to achieve our shared goals.” Cook Medical brings a wealth of knowledge in medical device development, advanced manufacturing techniques, and global healthcare market needs that will complement HPRC’s project work. Their commitment to sustainability combined with their expertise in areas including materials science, environmental engineering, and healthcare compliance, make them a valuable addition to HPRC’s membership. “We are excited to engage with other members to address common challenges and develop innovative solutions that benefit the entire healthcare plastics value chain,” shared Barry Slowey, Chief Sustainability Officer at Cook Medical. “We look forward to contributing to the advancement of sustainable practices within the healthcare plastics industry.” HPRC is currently engaged in multiple initiatives aimed at enabling the recycling and circularity of healthcare plastics, including an assessment of recycling infrastructure, opportunities for labelling standardization, and developing a scalable playbook for implementing regional hospital recycling programs. **About Cook Medical** At Cook Medical, we are passionate about making unique, quality medical devices and connecting with people to improve lives. Founded on inventing, manufacturing, and delivering medical devices, we provide healthcare professionals with the tools they need to help their patients return to living. Our commitment to innovation involves bringing new products to market and keeping existing products relevant to a changing healthcare landscape. We believe in using our business to help people and communities thrive by creating inclusive, supportive, and healthy environments. We are proud of our history of innovative firsts and the impact we have on patients and communities. With headquarters in Bloomington, Indiana, and manufacturing facilities and offices in various global locations, we challenge ourselves to maintain a global perspective while focusing on local impact. **About HPRC** HPRC is a private technical coalition of industry peers across healthcare, recycling, and waste management industries seeking to improve the recyclability of plastic products within healthcare. Made up of more than 30 brand-leading and [globally recognized members](https://www.hprc.org/our-members/), HPRC explores ways to enhance the economics, efficiency, and ultimately the quality and quantity of healthcare plastics collected for recycling in support of a circular plastics economy. HPRC is active across the United States and Europe working with key stakeholders, identifying opportunities for collaboration, and participating in industry events and forums. For more information, visit [www.hprc.org](http://www.hprc.org/) and follow HPRC on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthcare-plastics-recycling-council). HPRC is facilitated by [Antea Group.](https://us.anteagroup.com/Home) [![](/sites/default/files/Clients/HPRC_LOGO_COLOR_0.png)](/profiles/healthcare-plastics-recycling-council) ### More from Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council ###### [Houston Methodist Joins Healthcare Facility Advisory Board](/news/houston-methodist-joins-healthcare-facility-advisory-board) Jun 3, 2026 11:00 AM ET ###### [Smith+Nephew Joins the Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council](/news/smithnephew-joins-healthcare-plastics-recycling-council) May 11, 2026 10:00 AM ET ###### [Terumo Corporation Joins the Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council](/news/terumo-corporation-joins-healthcare-plastics-recycling-council) Apr 15, 2026 10:30 AM ET ###### [HPRC 2026 Project Roadmap](/news/hprc-2026-project-roadmap) Mar 25, 2026 10:00 AM ET ###### [The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council Appoints Paul D’Annunzio as Chair of the Healthcare Facility Advisory Board ](/news/healthcare-plastics-recycling-council-appoints-paul-dannunzio-chair-healthcare-facility) Mar 2, 2026 11:00 AM ET ###### [The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council Appoints Jennifer Benolken, CPPL to Executive Committee](/news/healthcare-plastics-recycling-council-appoints-jennifer-benolken-cppl-executive-committee) Feb 5, 2026 10:30 AM ET ###### [Unlocking Recycling Potential: HPRC Europe Completes Second-Phase Study on Healthcare Plastic Packaging Sorting](/news/unlocking-recycling-potential-hprc-europe-completes-second-phase-study-healthcare-plastic) Jan 20, 2026 10:00 AM ET ###### [Northwell Health Joins HPRC Advisory Board](/news/northwell-health-joins-hprc-advisory-board) Oct 16, 2025 11:30 AM ET