Innovative “green dialysis” initiatives have been implemented successfully in the United Kingdom, European Union, Australia, and elsewhere. The main challenge now lies in achieving rapid and widespread adoption of these practices across diverse regions. Additionally, there is an urgent need for new technologies and models of care. In hemodialysis, key areas for innovation include the development of more efficient water purification systems and energy-saving equipment. For peritoneal dialysis, point-of-care dialysate generation could significantly reduce carbon emissions associated with transport. Across both modalities, the introduction of novel bioplastics or other strategies to reduce harmful disposable materials could greatly mitigate environmental impact.

 

Previously, KDIGO has addressed contemporary dialysis topics such as optimal dialysis prescription, blood pressure and volume management, and approaches for assessing and ameliorating symptom burden.  This conference intends to be forward-looking, appraising novel promising green dialysis technologies both in the present and beyond. Dr. Katherine Barraclough (Royal Melbourne Hospital, Australia) and Dr. Jennifer Flythe (University of North Carolina, USA) will co-chair this conference.

 

KDIGO makes preliminary Scope of Work documents available for public review prior to final planning of any Controversies Conference. We invite you to provide your input on the Scope of Work which can be found in the Resources section. Kindly submit your comments via the form below no later than Monday, January 13.