Section outline

  • This webinar provides an overview of how the healthcare industry contributes to environmental pollution. We discuss the use of green teams and how nurses can form/participate within their healthcare facilities as a solution to promote sustainability within the health sector.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Describe at least three contributors to healthcare pollution, including energy, waste and toxic chemicals.
    2. Identify common elements of a healthcare environmental stewardship program. 
    3. Discuss nursing roles in reducing healthcare pollution.