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Foreword"In 2020, the NHS became the first healthcare system in the world to commit to becoming net zero.This commitment was made in response to the evidence that climate change is no longer a distant…
The Green Maternity Report has been published, setting out eight initial priorities and a series of evidence-based recommendations to support a more sustainable and equitable future for maternity…
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September 2025
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De Vicq, M., Butler, B., Rock-Clark, K, O-Rourke, K., Hurst, S., Lewis, E., Gibb, F., McLean, R., Steinbach, I., Walsh, H., Mortimer, F., Moore, K. & Adshead, F
"Why this, why now?Global fossil CO₂ emissions hit a record high in 2024, rising yet again despite urgent warnings. While most debates focus narrowly on emissions, Cradle to Grave shines a light on…
The National Health Service (NHS) faces an urgent need to address the environmental and financial impacts associated with the use of single-use medical devices. Transitioning to reusable medical…
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September 2025
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Mortimer, F., Cameron, D., Hillson, R., McLean, R., Bhutta, M., Llewellyn, C., Tabakov, P. & Robinson, A.
NHS Commercial guidance on applying social value in the procurement of NHS goods and services.NHS England’s stated policy objective is to meet its net zero carbon targets while achieving its wider…
In a new report from the UK Health Alliance on Climate Change – Building a Climate-Resilient Health System in the UK – the health community calls on the UK and devolved governments to urgently put…
Intergrating Environmental Sustainability Into Clinical LaboratoriesClinical laboratories operate around the clock, aiding health care providers in diagnosing, treating, and managing patient care.…
The toolkit was compiled by the Joint BASHH/BHIVA Sustainable Healthcare Special Interest Group and is co-badged by The Centre for Sustainable Healthcare.It is designed to spark change within your…
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April 2025
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Sustainable Health Special Interest Group (Joint BASHH/BHIVA)
This paper explores the challenges faced by general practice in implementing sustainable prescribing. It outlines the actions governments and other relevant bodies across the UK can take to…
*UPDATED FOR 2024*The calculator has now been updated with the latest GHG emission factors for 2024.This guide and carbon calculator have been developed by the Centre for Sustainable Healthcare in…
