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The greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of two hospitals were measured. Milestum marks the beginning of continuous improvement in the environmental management of the institution.Essalud was distinguished by reaching the first level of management gei-medition in the Peru Carbon Fingerprint tool of the Ministry of Environment (Minam), an achievement that highlights the commitment to environmental sustainability and the fight against climate change.
The recognition was granted thanks to the rigorous measurement of greenhouse gases emissions (GHG) at Hospital III Suarez Angamos and the Grau emergency hospital. These activities were carried out with the technical support of the Environmental Health Management of the Central Management of Health Benefits of ESSALUD.
This recognition is a testimony of EsSaluds commitment to the environment and with sustainability. It is the first step in our way to understand and reduce our environmental impact, as well as contribute to optimize the use of institutional resources and strengthen health security, said Essalud executive, Dr. Second Acho Mego.
Indeed, the precise measurement of the carbon footprint is the starting point for organizations to identify the areas of greatest impact and design effective reduction strategies. This effort is part of Supreme Decree No. 016-2021-MINAM, which approves the provisions for eco-efficiency management in public administration entities.
EsSalud advances in the improvement of its greenhouse gas emission management processes, and consolidating itself as an institution at the forefront of environmental sustainability. This as part of the management axes to stimulate financial solvency and strengthen health prevention.
