Health Care
Through environmental stewardship, hospitals can preserve and protect health
Catholic Health Initiatives argues that the call to action never has been stronger or more important in the face of a changing climate. Read More
Can urban forests cultivate sustainable healthcare?
An unprecedented research project is correlating medical data about more than 4 million Kaiser Permanente subscribers with their proximity to trees and green spaces. Read More
The profitable hospital system with sustainability in its DNA
Gundersen Health Systems became the first U.S. hospital to reach renewable energy independence, saved $3 million and improved community health. Read More
How does workplace safety and health align with sustainability?
OSHA Assistant Secretary David Michaels reveals surprising connections, as well as where employee engagement comes into play. Read More
Want sharper workers? Try a green-certified office
As health and wellness take on a bigger role among building decision makers, new data spells out a clear ROI for greener workplaces. Read More
Can Greenhealth Exchange transform hospital supply chains?
Dignity Health, Gundersen, Dartmouth-Hitchcock and Partners HealthCare are targeting the $300 billion market for supplies, furniture and food. Read More
Why physicians are on the front lines of climate change care
As public health risks increase along with extreme weather, physicians find themselves in a unique position of prescribing climate action. Read More
Downstream drugs: Big Pharma's big water woes
As antidepressants and antibiotics taint rivers and lakes, the search for solutions to the environmental impacts of the prescription drug boom is on. Read More
5 best practices to green healthcare
Hospital food is just one part of the problem, as well as one of a handful of powerful solutions, to make medical care sustainable. Read More
Sustainable Development Goal 3: Ensure healthy lives
With healthcare budgets squeezed around the world, public and private groups will need to work together to promote well-being for all ages. Read More