Episode Details

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady discusses a groundbreaking initiative by the Minnesota-based global non-governmental organization, MATTER. The focus is on MATTER 360, a program that has successfully diverted over 7.7 million pounds of medical surplus from landfills in 2025, an increase from 7.2 million pounds in 2024. This initiative not only addresses the pressing issue of medical waste but also enhances global healthcare access by repurposing medical equipment and supplies. Through partnerships with hospitals and clinics, MATTER redistributes these resources to countries in Africa, South America, Mexico, Eastern Europe, and the Caribbean, providing much-needed medical relief in various situations, including hurricane recovery and war zone support.

MATTER 360's impact is significant, with 32 million pounds of medical surplus diverted since 2019. The initiative operates by remarketing 70 percent of the supplies through sales channels to support MATTER's projects and operations, while 6 percent of the supplies are responsibly recycled. The organization encourages hospitals, clinics, and medical suppliers to join in reducing waste and improving global healthcare access. As Tammy Barreca, Vice President of Acquisitions at MATTER, emphasizes, the program makes it easy for partners to donate medical supplies, delivering real value to communities worldwide. For more information on how to contribute, visit the MATTER website.