Working together to create a greener future
In October 2020, the NHS published its ‘Delivering a Net-Zero NHS’ report, which set out a clear target of how it intends to reach net zero for its carbon footprint by 2040. For this target to become a reality, every organisation must do its part.
As stated in Kent and Medway’s Interim Integrated Care Strategy, integrated care system (ICS) leaders signed a pledge, making a commitment to:
- work together to reduce economic and health inequalities
- support social and economic development
- improve public service outcomes
- make sure services are excellent quality and good value for money.
We believe we will effectively serve our communities and our staff.
Through a collective approach, we can better tackle the climate emergency and support longer-term health and wellbeing outcomes.
To highlight the important actions happening across the ICS, we've captured achievements on different aspects of the green agenda.
Evidence exists to suggest that both the drivers and consequences of climate change can contribute to poor mental health and exacerbate existing symptoms.
If you are looking for support with your mental health and wellbeing or for someone you care for, visit the Mental wellbeing information hub.