The first week-long celebration of environmental sustainability across the NHS, social care and public health sector is happening on 25-29 June. A new awards programme has also been launched to celebrate the outstanding sustainable practices taking place.
Sustainable Health and Care Week, shines a light on and celebrates the great work going on in health and care organisations to boost health, protect the environment and save money. The week is a chance for organisations across the country to promote their achievements in improving the quality of services for patients and service users, the working lives of staff and as a local community asset.
Sonia Roschnik, Director, SDU, said: “High quality, well led health and care organisations recognise the crucial role they play in their communities, as major employers, buyers and polluters. Thinking beyond their walls, protecting local environment, society and economy, as critical life support systems. Our staff, patients and public trust and expect us to take visible lead in health and care, not just healthcare.”
Organisations across the sector are being encouraged to take part and the campaign has produced a range of resources to support activity. The resources include logos, web banners, a poster and social media resources which will help to promote activities.
Join in the conversation and follow the week’s activities #SHCWeek18. Each day will cover a different theme and share case studies, podcasts, blogs and facts.
The Sustainable Health and Care Awards is a new awards programme for NHS, public health and social care organisations, which are supported by the Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England and Public Health England. The 12 awards, which are free to enter, were launched last month by Health Minister Stephen Barclay and include categories such as cutting carbon and air pollution, promoting green space and new models of care.
Health Minister Stephen Barclay said: “The NHS is a world-leading organisation in many areas and I am keen to ensure that sustainability is one of them. Given the NHS employs 1.5 million people, it has the potential to play a leading role in contributing to a sustainable future.
“That is why I’m delighted to support the Sustainable Health and Care Awards, celebrating the trusts and care providers which are not only delivering excellent services but innovating ways to cut carbon, waste and pollution. In its 70th year, these pioneers are paving the way for a greener and more sustainable NHS for future generations.”
The Sustainable Health and Care Campaign is backed by 25 major national health and environment organisations including the Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England, Public Health England, NHS Improvement and NHS Digital.
