Sustainable Healthcare Practices: Bridging Environmental Health and Management

Abstract

Introduction: increasingly, concern for the environmental footprint of healthcare activities, including the excessive consumption of energy and water, waste generation, and utilization of hazardous chemicals, is burgeoning among & Occupational Health. Method: healthcare settings and the challenges and benefits faced. the use of environmentally friendly products. Their case studies examined how sustainable practices were adopted in various facilities. The review addressed topics including green building design, waste management, energy conservation, and A literature review and case studies at three healthcare Results: funding and lack of awareness among healthcare staff emerged as challenges. a positive impact. In addition, limited healthcare, but much remains to be done. These case studies showcase examples of initiatives, such as green building certifications, programs to reduce waste, and the use of renewable energy sources, that have made The results show progress towards adopting sustainable practices in Conclusions: change in Health Care and Society Most recently, health care has recognized that many environmental factors often controlled by policies from outside the health sector– affect a person’s health and well-being. and training for healthcare personnel to create a culture of sustainability. Sustainability and Climate sustainable practices in healthcare.