We are committed to fostering a sustainable future in healthcare.
Our centre is dedicated to integrating environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and global citizenship into medical education and healthcare practices. By promoting sustainability in all aspects of healthcare, we aim to reduce our environmental impact and create resource-efficient healthcare systems that benefit both current and future generations.
Through education, research, and collaboration, GREEN@UMHealth equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to lead the transformation towards a more sustainable and resilient healthcare sector. Join us in our mission to ensure a healthier planet and healthier communities!
GREEN@UMHealth was established to serve as a dedicated platform for planning and implementing sustainability initiatives for the staff and students of the Faculty of Medicine.
The unit also functions to support the sustainability policy of Universiti Malaya, as outlined in the "Universiti Malaya Sustainability Policy 2021-2030.
Definition of “sustainability”: Sustainability refers to the integration of environmental health, social equity, and economic resilience to create a thriving, healthy, diverse, and resilient community for current and future generations. Sustainable practices recognize how these issues are interconnected, requiring a systems approach and acknowledgment of complexity.
GREEN@UMHealth will undertake the following key roles:
Hospitals are significant contributors to climate change.
Healthcare systems use large amounts of energy, resources, and materials.
The One Health approach represents a transformative way of viewing public health.
From energy use to single-use items, it leaves a large carbon footprint.
As part of the Green@UMHealth initiative, we are dedicated to making healthcare greener.
The launch will officially introduce the GREEN@UMHealth initiative.
Show us your creative side and help us lead the way to greener healthcare.
Last Update: 10/12/2024
