Joint Commission Action Alert

The Joint Commission, which accredits most US hospitals, proposed including sustainability in its accreditation criteria. This is a game-changer that would nudge hospitals into improving their environmental impact. It is also significant because the Joint Commission historically has required that hospitals employ wasteful practices, often without evidence to support such requirements.

It is essential that healthcare providers voice their support for these initiatives by the Joint Commission, as some in the industry have been providing negative feedback. In fact, the Joint Commission recently rescinded its plan to require hospitals to take sustainability measures. We must lift our voices to let them know that climate action cannot wait. 

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Choose an option on the right to raise your voice. Comments are due May 3.