Aligning with worldwide efforts to combat climate change and promote sustainable development. The field of green technology in healthcare is a continuously evolving group of methods and materials, from techniques for generating energy to the use of energy, production, direct patient care provision, lab services and ancillary activities such as cleaning and decontamination, catering and waste disposal.
Health Innovation Hub Ireland recognises the link between the health and wellbeing of individuals and the health and wellbeing of the environment. Climate change is a significant threat to public health, the health and human services system and the social determinants of health and wellbeing. HIHI is committed to stimulating and supporting the development of innovative products and services that promote environmental sustainability in healthcare.