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Community question: Fossil fuel divestment by health care organisations | |
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The Coalition is interested in whether your hospital's foundation has made a divestment from fossil fuel investments. Pension plans are divesting. Universities are divesting. Is YOUR hospital divesting?
We are also interested in hearing your thoughts on the topic fossil fuel divestment by health care organisations AND and if you are aware of any health organisations that have already done so.
Submit your comments HERE.
Thank you!
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Micro-Mobility Fact Sheet #1:
A Brief History of the E-Bike
As part of the Coalition's latest project to increase public and industry awareness, knowledge and confidence in zero-emission vehicles (ZEV), particularly battery-powered micro-mobility (BPMM) solutions, we are exicited to release our first fact sheet on the the history of electric bikes (e-bikes).
The history of the electric bicycle (e-bike) is surprisingly long and complex, and can't be discussed in a purely Canadian context. The history of the e-bike in particular covers two distinct surges in popularity, the first at the beginning of the 20th century and the second in the second decade of the 21st century.
To learn more about the history of e-bike's read our first fact sheet, the development of which would not have been possible without Dumaresq de Pencier and the Canadian Automotive Museum.
Read the fact sheet - EN
Read the fact sheet - FR
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The ATACH Community
The Canadian Coalition for Green Health Care is proud to announce our partnership with the Alliance for Transformative Action on Climate and Health (ATACH).
ATACH strives to realize the climate change and health ambition set at COP26 using the collective power of WHO Member States and other stakeholders to drive this agenda forward at pace and scale; and promote the integration of climate change and health nexus into respective national, regional, and global plans.
The Coalition looks forward to having two key team members sit on the ATACH working groups. Including the Climate Resilient Health Systems working group, led by Health Canada, the Low Carbon Sustainable Health Systems working group and the Supply Chain working group.
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Fundamentals of Sustainable Perioperative Care
The Canadian Association of General Surgeons (CAGS) has joined forces with CASCADES to offer Fundamentals of Sustainable Perioperative Care.
In this half-day post-graduate course at the Canadian Surgery Forum, participants will gain knowledge, develop skills, and forge collaborations that will help them advocate for and participate in a bottom-up and top-down shift toward more environmentally sustainable perioperative care.
Participants will hear from perioperative care providers on the front lines of sustainability efforts and develop a project charter for a sustainable quality improvement project they can initiate in their own settings.
Date: September 20th, 2023
Location: Vancouver, BC
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Waste Auditor Training
Waste audits are a valuable tool for organisations to assess what’s being wasted and uncover revenue streams. They also evaluate the effectiveness of waste reduction programs, measure success, and improve operations.
The training based on a Standford Waste Audit Method, that supports development in key areas:
- Accurate and standardized methods of measuring and reporting performance
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Auditing principles
- Sampling methods
- benchmarking and data analysis
- Best practices
- Compliance with regulation
Dates: October 3rd - 6th, 2023
Registration deadline:
September 11th, 2023
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ICAM Call for Abstract Reviewers for 2024 | |
The abstract reviews will take place between September 19 to October 23, 2023. ICAM is asking that reviewers complete a minimum of 10 reviews during this time-period and expect that each review take 10-15 minutes.
They will be using an online, user-friendly abstract review platform and abstracts will be assigned based on your expertise/preference. International reviewers are very welcome.
If you are interested in becoming an ICAM reviewer, please fill out the ‘Call for Reviewers’ sign-up form and submit by Friday, August 25, 2023. If you have questions, please contact icamabstracts@afmc.ca
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Earth Day Canada - Effective Action for the Environment
News and updates from Earth Day Canada to get you and your children engaged in environmental action!
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Enter the The Traveling Jar contest powered by the Fonds Éco IGA, to win a food conservation kit and eat locally all year-round!
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Plan your back-to-school Earth Day Canada workshop!
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Take on "Gross Out Challenge" with your children, a new fun game to raise awareness of climate issues.
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CHES Canadian Healthcare Construction Course | |
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CHES, in conjunction with ASHE, is offering the only course in Canada designed to meet the unique needs of health care construction professionals.
Course sessions will address information on contemporary issues related to construction and renovation within the Canadian health care environment. By participating in this program you will gain valuable information in key areas.
At the end of the program you will be given a certificate documenting your participation. The next session of the Canadian Healthcare Construction Course will be held directly following the 2023 CHES National Conference in Winnipeg, MB September 20-21, 2023.
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Tackling climate change through the leans of human health
The Lancet
Since 2016, the Lancet Countdown, an international, multidisciplinary collaboration, has monitored the evolving health profile of climate change, and provided an independent assessment of the delivery of commitments made by governments worldwide under the Paris Agreement. To drive further progress, they call on...
- Governments to rapidly phase out the exploration, extraction, production, and use of fossil fuels in a fair and equitable manner—and end the expansion of fossil fuel supplies
- Health organisations and facilities to invest in decarbonisation and to adapt to accommodate current and future impacts of climate on health and society
Watch the Lancet video to hear from health and sustainability practitioners from different parts of the world discuss measures to decarbonise health care.
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Reclaiming health activism in the age of the climate crisis
Heath Care Without Harm
This Campaign and advocacy guide is a powerful resource for health care professionals that want to harness their expertise and credibility as trusted voices to drive climate policy changes at local, national, and global levels. The guide provides actionable steps for organizing campaigns, hosting public awareness events, and collaborating with other advocacy groups to maximize impact and reach.
The guide includes a curated collection of case studies showcasing health professionals who have historically played pivotal roles in shaping public policies for clean air, safe drinking water, and other environmental health and social justice advancements. By highlighting these past victories, the guide aims to inspire present-day health professionals to harness their expertise and credibility as trusted voices to drive climate policy changes.
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Interesting webinars you might have missed!
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Food bank in Sherbrooke, Que., uses electric bike for eco-friendly deliveries
CBC News
When Laurence Mailhiot heard Moisson Estrie, a food-relief organisation in Sherbrooke, Que., was going to try delivering food baskets with electric power-assisted bikes, she decided to volunteer.
Christian Bibeau, Moisson Estrie's director general, said the organisation had already been making deliveries, but they were done using gasoline-powered cars.
"What we aimed to do, while still respecting our mission of providing food, was to continue doing so but with a focus on reducing our ecological footprint," he told Radio-Canada.
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BC Transit starts its journey to zero-emission buses in Victoria
Electric Autonomy
Anchored into the pavement against a high concrete retaining wall in central Victoria, with traffic buzzing along an elevated section of Douglas St. several metres above, is a row of 10 EV charging stations.
The chargers represent years of work by BC Transit, the provincial crown corporation that coordinates public transit in B.C. outside Greater Vancouver.
They — and the 10 Proterra battery-electric buses slated to use them when they are delivered this fall — are also the first tangible representations of the transit body’s fleet electrification efforts and, perhaps, the future of public transit in the province.
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Plun N' Drive MEET in Oakville, Ontario
CBC News
After a month-long activation in Barrie for July, the MEET is in Oakville for the entire month of August. They even had the Mayor of Oakville, Rob Burton, stop by on opening day to take an EV test drive!
The MEET has numerous electric vehicles available to test drive, including; the Chevrolet Bolt EUV, Hyundai IONIQ 6, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Polestar 2, and the Volvo C40.
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Release of RETScreen® Version 9.0
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Version 9 of the RETScreen® Clean Energy Management Software platform was released on October 13th, 2022 and is now available for download from the RETScreen website. This update has arrived with a number of salient new features to enhance the RETScreen experience!
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Building senior care facilities for harsh temperatures
Healthcare Facilities Today
Summer is a season of warmth, though sometimes that warmth can become sweltering heat. That heat can be especially dangerous for vulnerable populations, such as senior citizens.
Excessive heat and elders do not mix well, since it can lead to serious conditions like heat stroke. Senior care facilities must plan for extreme temperatures and heat waves now as they are more common.
Most of that planning begins with the facility itself, as how it is built can be a determining factor in how well it shelters its residents from severe heat. While some may think that building their facility to code is enough, it can go well beyond those minimum requirements.
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Exploring circular strategies to extend the life of existing buildings
CSA Group
The building sector contributes significantly to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Reducing GHG emissions (also referred to as carbon emissions) from this sector is critical for Canada to achieve its climate targets.
In recent years, many real estate and asset management organisations have been setting near- and net-zero carbon ambitions.
However, many will be challenged to meet these targets without significant decarbonization of their existing buildings. For many commercial buildings, there will need to be a decision between demolishing and rebuilding them, versus performing deep carbon retrofits.
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EVENTS, TRAINING AND WEBINARS | |
Climate Emergency: Building a Healthy Planetary Future | |
The climate crisis is at our doorstep. Health professionals have the opportunity to help build a healthy planetary future together.
On October 28th, 2023 hear from experts in their fields who have initiated projects at a local level. Be inspired at this annual conference presented by the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, with lots of opportunities for participants to engage with the speakers and with each other. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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2023 CHES National Conference
Registration is now open for the 43rd annual CHES National Conference!
Attend or exhibit to connect with delegates from health care facilities, architects, engineers contractors from across Canada and Internationally.
Dates: September 17th-19th
Location: RBC Convention Centre, Winnipeg
*Don't forget to visit the Coalition in the Green Park!
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Food for Health Symposium
Join the 2023 Food for Health Symposium in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan from September 20th – 21th to reimagine how food in health care can improve health equity, climate action, and patient healing.
Register before September 8th.
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RETScreen® is a Clean Energy Management Software system for energy efficiency, renewable energy and cogeneration project feasibility analysis as well as ongoing energy performance analysis.
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Have you registered as an organ donor?
Contact your local organ donation agency and speak to your family about your wishes. You have the power to save and transform lives.
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The Canadian Coalition for Green Health Care is Canada’s premier green health care resource network, leading the evolution of green in Canada’s health sector as a national voice and catalyst for environmental change. www.greenhealthcare.ca | |
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