Health Care Needs To Lead The Fight Against Climate Change
Forbes reports that when it comes to climate change, the healthcare sector occupies a unique position in our society to admit its contribution to the problem and to lead the fight. Gary Cohen, Co-Founder and President
Webinar Announcement: Healthier Hospitals Initiative – How The Triple Aim Improves Population Health, Employee Health and Reduces Costs
September 10, 2014 3:00-4:00pm Cost: $0.00 The Healthier Hospitals Initiative's intent is for sector transformation where all hospitals, regardless of size or location, recognize the critical role environmental stewardship plays in achieving the triple aim
Webinar Announcement: Healthier Hospitals Case Study – Going Green to Benefit Health, the Environment and the Economy
Wednesday, August 7, 2013 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM ET The Healthier Hospitals Initiative has helped hospitals and health systems link environmental innovation with cost savings and healthier communities. Kaiser Permanente is one of the
What is sustainability? It depends on how you look at it, but it can mean many different things
Sometimes referred to as the 3 Eʼs of sustainability, sustainable practices occur at the juxtaposition of environmental impact, social equality, and economic demands. This means that all three areas must be considered and addressed in
Blog Series on Sustainable Healthcare: Should doctors lead on sustainability?
In a series of blogs on sustainable healthcare that looks at health and sustainability, British Medical Journal (BMJ) shares ideas from experts across the healthcare field, some of whom are speaking at the CleanMed Europe
TODAY: Health Forum and AHA Leadership Summit Workshop: Sustainability Roadmap – Bend the Cost Curve: Making the Business Case for Sustainability
Can sustainable hospitals help bend the health care cost curve? Research says “yes.” A 2012 Commonwealth Fund report concluded that hospitals have a $15.2 billion savings opportunity over 10 years simply by using energy resources