Greener Healthcare
Leading the way in sustainable primary care
As the island’s largest general practice, we’re committed to reducing our environmental impact, supporting healthier lifestyles, and helping to protect the planet for future generations.
Our Greener Practice commitment is part of the national RCGP Greener Practice Network, and reflects our shared goal of building a healthier future for people and the planet. From reducing waste and energy use to embedding sustainability in how we work, our Green Team is driving change across all our sites and services.
Our progress so far
RCGP Greener Impact for Health - Bronze Award
We’re delighted to have achieved Bronze status from the Royal College of General Practitioners’ Greener Impact for Health programme, and we’ve now applied for Silver accreditation. This recognises the practical steps we’re taking to embed sustainability in primary care.
Climate Emergency declaration
We’ve formally declared a Climate Emergency, recognising that climate change is not only an environmental issue but also a major threat to human health. Across the world, rising temperatures, air pollution, and extreme weather events are already affecting people’s physical and mental wellbeing. As healthcare professionals, we see the impact of these changes every day.
By declaring a Climate Emergency, we’ve committed to taking meaningful action. This means reducing our carbon footprint in all areas of our work, from how we travel and use energy, to how we prescribe medicines and manage waste.
It’s also about leading by example, supporting our community to make healthier, more sustainable choices that benefit both people and the planet.
Leading by example
We’re making real progress on greener prescribing, supporting patients to switch from MDIs to dry powder inhalers and SABA inhalers where appropriate. We also encourage ‘Greener Prescriptions’ by helping patients order only what they need and by promoting lifestyle changes as part of treatment plans. This includes encouraging patients to increase physical activity, improve diet, and manage stress, to reduce reliance on medications where possible.
We’re proud to be recognised as both an RCGP Active Practice and a Parkrun Practice, encouraging physical activity and community wellbeing for patients and staff alike. Walking, cycling, and community sports not only improve health outcomes but also reduce emissions and support a healthier environment.
We’ve reduced our reliance on paper and printing, moved many systems online, and made our digital processes more energy efficient. Patients now receive updates via text and email rather than paper, reducing both waste and emissions, and they can book GP appointments online.
Our new Asthma Clinic has been designed with sustainability in mind, offering modern, lower-impact treatment options that support both patient health and the environment.
To book in, call 01481 237757.
We’re cutting down on waste, energy consumption and single-use products across our surgeries. This includes reducing disposable gloves and packaging, switching to LED lighting, and improving recycling systems We’ve also introduced more environmentally friendly clinical materials such as tiger waste bags that are shipped to Sweden for incineration, where the energy is recovered and reused.
We continue to support Fairtrade Fortnight and promote ethical, sustainable choices across the practice. We also encourage active, greener lifestyles through initiatives like the local Better Journeys Week, which inspires staff to walk, cycle, car-share or use public transport. And through our monthly Wellbeing Beach Cleans, held in partnership with Guernsey Mind and the Clean Earth Trust, we help our team and community connect with nature while caring for the island’s beautiful coastline.
Meet our Green Team
Our dedicated Green Team leads the way on all things sustainability and wellbeing – from improving how we work to connecting with our community.
They’ve already led projects that reduce environmental impact, promote healthy lifestyles, and support staff wellbeing.
You can read more about what they’ve achieved so far this year by clicking below:
Our commitment
We’re proud to be part of the RCGP Greener Practice Network and remain committed to improving sustainability, cutting our carbon emissions, and addressing the effects of climate change.
Together, we’re supporting healthier people and a healthier planet.
Greener Practice
Leading the way in sustainable primary care
As the island’s largest general practice, we’re committed to reducing our environmental impact, supporting healthier lifestyles, and helping to protect the planet for future generations.
Our Greener Practice commitment is part of the national RCGP Greener Practice Network, and reflects our shared goal of building a healthier future for people and the planet. From reducing waste and energy use to embedding sustainability in how we work, our Green Team is driving change across all our sites and services.
Our progress so far
We’re delighted to have achieved Bronze status from the Royal College of General Practitioners’ Greener Impact for Health programme, and we’ve now applied for Silver accreditation. This recognises the practical steps we’re taking to embed sustainability in primary care.
Climate Emergency Declaration
We’ve formally declared a Climate Emergency, recognising that climate change is not only an environmental issue but also a major threat to human health. Across the world, rising temperatures, air pollution, and extreme weather events are already affecting people’s physical and
mental wellbeing. As healthcare professionals, we see the impact of these changes. As healthcare professionals, we see the impact every day: more patients with asthma attacks during heatwaves, respiratory flare-ups linked to poor air quality, heat-related dehydration and heat stroke in more vulnerable individuals.
By declaring a Climate Emergency, we’ve committed to taking meaningful action. This means reducing our carbon footprint in all areas of our work, from how we travel and use energy, to how we prescribe medicines and manage waste.
It’s also about leading by example, supporting our community to make healthier, more sustainable choices that benefit both people and the planet:
Sustainable Prescribing
We’re making real progress on greener prescribing, supporting patients to switch from MDIs to dry powder inhalers and SABA inhalers where appropriate. We also encourage ‘Greener Prescriptions’ by helping patients order only what they need and by promoting lifestyle changes as part of treatment plans. This includes encouraging patients to increase physical activity, improve diet, and manage stress, to reduce reliance on medications where possible.
Reducing Waste & Energy Use
We’re cutting down on waste, energy consumption and single-use products across our surgeries. This includes reducing disposable gloves and packaging, switching to LED lighting, and improving recycling systems We’ve also introduced more environmentally friendly clinical materials such as tiger waste bags that are shipped to Sweden for incineration, where the energy is recovered and reused.
Active Practice & Parkrun Practice
We’re proud to be recognised as both an RCGP Active Practice and a Parkrun Practice, encouraging physical activity and community wellbeing for patients and staff alike. Walking, cycling, and community sports not only improve health outcomes but also reduce emissions and support a healthier environment.
Greener Asthma Care
Our new Asthma Clinic has been designed with sustainability in mind, offering modern, lower-impact treatment options that support both patient health and the environment.
Greener Digital Strategy
We’ve reduced our reliance on paper and printing, moved many systems online, and made our digital processes more energy efficient. Patients now receive updates via text and email rather than paper, reducing both waste and emissions, and they can book GP appointments online.
Fairtrade, Food and Greener Living
We continue to support Fairtrade Fortnight and promote ethical, sustainable choices across the practice. Our Bring & Share days celebrate nutritious, low-impact food options, with staff bringing in healthy, plant-based and Fairtrade ingredients to enjoy together.
We also encourage active, greener lifestyles through initiatives like the local Better Journeys Week, which inspires staff to walk, cycle, car-share or use public transport. And through our monthly Wellbeing Beach Cleans, held in partnership with Guernsey Mind and the Clean Earth Trust, we help our team and community connect with nature while caring for the island’s beautiful coastline.
Our commitment
We’re proud to be part of the RCGP Greener Practice Network and remain committed to improving sustainability, cutting our carbon emissions, and addressing the effects of climate change.
Together, we’re supporting healthier people and a healthier planet.
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