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A survey undertaken by the Radiotherapy Board’s Environmental Sustainability Working Group in February 2024 showed that many radiotherapy centres in the UK are already taking action to reduce their…
An analysis of the components of the carbon footprint of dermatologic surgery in NZ. By far most CO2 emissions are generated from transportation (patients and staff), so avoiding unnecessary…
This case study outlines the implementation and impact of Theatre Badge Hats-reusable scrub caps with detachable name badges at Musgrove Park Hospital, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. Designed to…
This case study outlines the implementation and impact of Theatre Badge Hats: reusable scrub caps with detachable name badges at Musgrove Park Hospital, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. Designed to…
A range of resources on Sustainable Pharmacy from Greater Manchester.Greater Manchester Pharmacy Sustainability Good Practice Guide - attached belowCommunity Pharmacy Greater Manchester Patient-Led…
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.
