Green@UMHealth

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:

• To develop, plan, and manage the establishment of the GREEN@UMHealth center at the Faculty of Medicine in alignment with the Faculty of Medicine Strategic Plan, Universiti Malaya Strategic Plan, and the Universiti Malaya Sustainability Policy 2021-2030.
• To implement various sustainability activities and programs.
• To serve as a point of reference for the Faculty, the University, and external entities regarding sustainability programs and initiatives.

We believe that a sustainable healthcare system is essential for a healthy planet and healthier communities. Through education, research, and collaboration, we empower healthcare professionals to lead the charge towards a greener, more resilient future.