Greening procurement When we think of a hospital’s environmental footprint, we often picture smoking chimneys or idling ambulances. Yet, the data tells a different story: the most significant impact is hidden in the boxes... Circular Economy Decarbonization Medical Goods Procurement 13 jan. 2026
Why climate action can’t wait for hospitals Our planet is now around 1.5°C warmer than in pre-industrial times, and the pace of warming is accelerating. Europe is warming even faster, with an average increase of +2.2°C, making it the fastest-wa... Climate Cange Decarbonization Healthcare Sustainability 4 dec. 2025
From the OR to the Atmosphere: Anaesthetic gases matter Did you know some anaesthetic gases are hundreds or even thousands of times more harmful to the climate than CO₂? As sustainability gains momentum in healthcare, anaesthesia’s environmental impact is ... Anaesthesia Decarbonization Healthcare Operating Room 5 nov. 2025
How much CO₂ does a hospital emit? The case for measuring what matters Hospitals are places of healing, but they come with a hidden environmental cost. From energy-hungry buildings and single-use medical supplies to complex supply chains and anaesthetic gases, healthcare... Carbon accounting Decarbonization Healthcare Sustainability 19 sep. 2025
How to decarbonize your emergency department? Dr. Brecht De Tavernier presented at the 14th of October at the European Society of Emergency Medicine Congress in Copenhagen about making emergency departments more sustainable. He explained how he s... Decarbonization Healthcare Sustainability 11 nov. 2024
