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FLINT, Mich. — Diplomat Pharmacy is now shipping temperature-sensitive medication in ClimaCell coolers from TemperPack.
Brian Griffin
ClimaCell coolers are fully recyclable at curbside and insulated with renewable materials that can be recycled wherever plastic bags are accepted. Diplomat previously used expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam coolers.
Diplomat’s efforts will help divert more than five tons of plastic from landfills every week by moving away from EPS foam, according to TemperPack. Per their analysis, ClimaCell coolers require 94% less energy to manufacture — meaning reduced carbon emissions.
The move reflects Diplomat’s commitment to protecting the environment while ensuring patient safety, said chairman and chief executive officer Brian Griffin.
“Switching to ClimaCell not only reduces Diplomat’s carbon footprint; it’s also a reflection of our steadfast commitment to patients,” Griffin said. “It’s difficult to dispose of EPS foam responsibly, and our patients have already expressed their excitement about reducing the amount of plastic heading to landfills. This new packaging allows us to be better stewards of the environment while keeping specialty medications at a stable temperature.”
ClimaCell coolers meet International Safe Transit Association standards — meaning they will keep medication at a safe temperature even in extreme weather conditions.
TemperPack cofounder James McGoff said: “Our healthcare system relies on petroleum-based plastics — especially EPS foam. Patients don’t think this is sustainable, and neither do we. ClimaCell is the first in a series of high-tech, plant-based technologies that will empower companies like Diplomat to continue improving human health without compromising environmental health. We are honored and excited to support such an innovative company.”
