Working towards a Net Zero NHS
The NHS is the first health service to commit to delivering net zero carbon emissions to tackle the climate crisis . We are supporting several sustainability programmes including partnering with Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership to deliver a green award programme celebrating innovative projects that demonstrate carbon reduction potential with 172 tonnes of CO2 equivalent saved within 12 months .
The Sheep Shed Green Award Programme celebrates carbon reduction projects that have been identified by staff and helps progress them into action . Each of the innovations from this programme were required to demonstrate how simple changes will continue to support high-quality patient-centred care whilst protecting the environment and NHS resources for future generations .
37 Transforming Lives Through Innovation
We managed the programme , which offered up to £ 50,000 of funding , from inception through to award . 31 submissions for funding were received , with applications linked to waste management , estates , travel , and models of care . 11 applicants were invited to interview with five awards commencing activity . Projects included :
• A medicinal waste recycling scheme project