While climate change has been identified as the century’s most pressing health threat, it also presents an unprecedented opportunity to redefine the social care environment. For care providers, this means rethinking all operations from the ground up, as Anthony Mann, business development manager at Acticare, explains
Over the past few years, sustainability has become an increasingly important focus area for the care sector. Between climate change, population growth, and the government's 2050 net zero commitment, care organisations have had to start looking for ways to meet the growing demand for sophisticated care while addressing urgent environmental responsibilities.
Against a background where costs keep going up, staffing is a challenge, and growing social and economic pressures are a constant concern, it is easy to believe that there are higher priorities than investment in sustainability. However, the opposite is true. Sustainability in care homes is not just an environmental imperative but a pathway to enhanced health, economic savings, and regulatory compliance. By adopting sustainable practices, your care home can significantly reduce its environmental impact while improving the quality of life for residents.
Why sustainability matters
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