The green ICU: how to interpret green? A multiple perspective approach
Authors' conclusion
Based on the core sustainability principles, this three-step approach towards green ICUs provides a valuable tool to professionals worldwide to facilitate change towards environmentally responsible intensive care units.
Study context
- Population
- ICUs
Methodological detailsmultiple perspective approach
- Multiple perspective approach
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
- Measurement of environmental sustainability: identify hotspots, quantify environmental impacts of products and procedures, monitor sustainable progress
- Multidisciplinary approach to improve environmental sustainability: procurement specialists and healthcare professionals collaborating, co-creation and green teams as grassroots change agents; context-specific approach to fit local regulatory requirements and create support of professionals
- Share results and create momentum: publishing initiatives, participating in online (inter)national networks
Original publication
The green ICU: how to interpret green? A multiple perspective approach. Crit Care. Published 19 February 2025. doi:10. 1186/ s13054-025-05316-8
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