/ CEU Credits:1

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Description

Environmental sustainability is not only a moral duty for healthcare organizations but also a source of competitive advantage and financial savings. By reducing energy use, waste generation and greenhouse gas emissions, hospitals can improve their operational efficiency, lower their costs and enhance their reputation as leaders in community health. Decarbonizing health care facilities is an important and necessary step in mitigating the effects of climate change. In step with this understanding, health care organizations are pioneering change and developing innovative solutions for reducing their carbon footprint. In this session, we will explore a diverse range of strategies, backed by real-world case studies that can have reduced carbon emissions within healthcare facilities. Successful approaches to reducing emissions can yield numerous dividends, including financial savings, talent attraction and enhanced employee engagement.

     

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Track: 

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  Technology and Sustainability

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Learning Objectives

1. Define environmental sustainability in the context of healthcare and explain the significance of decarbonization in healthcare facilities.
2. Identify the competitive advantages of environmental sustainability.
3. Understand the financial implications for healthcare organizations and their real estate holdings.
4. Apply strategies to address challenges related to environmental sustainability and decarbonization in healthcare settings.

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Handouts

• Session Handout