What can we learn from Australian general practices taking steps to be more environmentally sustainable? A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Climate change is impacting the health of individuals worldwide. At the same time, the healthcare sector contributes to carbon emissions. In Australia, healthcare contributes 7% of the country's carbon footprint. Research into the environmental impact and mitigation of carbon emissions in primary care is an emerging area.

Objective

To explore staff perspectives on facilitators and barriers to environmental sustainability in 3 Australian general practices seeking to reduce their environmental impact.

Methods

We used a qualitative, case-study approach, conducting 23 semistructured interviews with staff across the 3 practices including nurses, administrative staff, and doctors. Observation of systems and staff behaviour relating to environmental sustainability

SUBMITTER: Pavli A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10231391 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature