Mersey Care remains committed to low carbon, sustainable healthcare and we recognise the relationship between our impact on the environment and climate change on public health and the services we provide. As a large organisation, we have a responsibility to undertake the actions and investments needed to provide sustainable healthcare and help to develop more resilient communities, both now and for future generations.
Our refreshed Green Plan builds on our progress and achievements over the last three years to reduce our environmental impact and our journey to net zero. We will continue to play our part in tackling climate change and will implement plans to reduce our carbon footprint, enable more green travel options and reduce waste. We will ensure a clinical focus on quality of life, supporting campaigns around air pollution and contributing to the city’s Public Health agenda giving our children, young people, families, and staff opportunities to make healthy choices and have the very best chances in life.
We are taking action to respond to the ‘Delivering a Net Zero National Health Service’ report, as well as the Greener NHS Campaign, launched in 2020. The priorities of NHS Cheshire and Merseyside ICS Green Plan will also be reflected in the new plan, with a focus on improving our working environment through greenspaces, sustainability awareness, greener care practices, and resource efficiency.
Overall, our Green Plan actions aim to:
- Reduce our carbon emissions
- Improve resource efficiency and reduce waste
- Improve our workplaces
- Prepare for our future with climate change.
Developing and implementing this three year strategy will help the Trust keep on track to hit local and national targets and work towards our overarching target of net zero carbon by 2045. If you would like any further information, please email: sustainability