With over 350,000 registered clinical trials worldwide, the research industry contributes an estimated 27.5 million tons of CO₂ equivalent, highlighting its substantial environmental impact. Digital health technologies (DHTs) and electronic clinical outcome assessments (eCOA) offer practical ways to reduce this footprint by optimizing logistics, minimizing travel, and streamlining data collection. While standardized measurement of trial-related emissions is still limited, emerging tools and industry initiatives demonstrate how sponsors, CROs, and technology providers can implement sustainable practices.
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