- While the health care sector is responsible for up to 4.6% of GHG emissions worldwide, an Oxford University study estimates that the production, distribution, and use of pharmaceuticals account for about one-quarter these emissions.
- How are hospitals reducing their impact, and what are their challenges? #EarthWeek Drugs used in hospitals leave giant carbon footprint
| AAMC |
remove preview |
|
|
| Drugs used in hospitals leave giant carbon footprint |
| The production and use of pharmaceuticals creates significant greenhouse gases. Hospitals are trying to reduce their own impact but face challenges. |
|
|
|
|
------------------------------
David Skorton
President and CEO
Association of American Medical Colleges
------------------------------