Hospitals reduce their carbon footprints with sustainable solutions
On the mission of achieving sustainability, hospitals have their sights set on one mammoth target: becoming carbon neutral — achieving net-zero carbon dioxide emissions.
And while the mission is long, challenging and often fraught with obstacles, hospitals have an obligation to embrace sustainability due to the enormity of their carbon footprint and their core commitment to health and healing, according to leaders in the decarbonization movement.
Related Resources
Monograph
How to Prepare for a Decarbonization Study outlines the steps a hospital team can take to initiate a decarbonization study at their facility.
Book
This guide focuses on the design, construction, and operation of decarbonized new hospital buildings and major renovations.
Advocacy
ASHE is teaming up with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to create a pro bono volunteer opportunity.
Resources
ASHE’s Health Care Facilities Core Competency Framework charts out key skills of health care facilities management, and offers education, resources…
Book
This guide focuses on the design, construction, and operation of decarbonized new hospital buildings and major renovations.
Resources
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