Module #1 Introduction to Green Technology for Health Exploring the intersection of green technology and healthcare, and the benefits of sustainable innovations for human health and the environment.
Module #2 Green Buildings and Health Case studies of green buildings that prioritize occupant health and wellbeing, featuring natural ventilation, air quality monitoring, and non-toxic materials.
Module #3 Renewable Energy for Healthcare Examining the use of solar, wind, and other renewable energy sources to power healthcare facilities and reduce carbon emissions.
Module #4 Sustainable Water Management in Healthcare Case studies of water-conserving technologies and strategies in healthcare facilities, including greywater reuse and rainwater harvesting.
Module #5 Green Infrastructure for Health Exploring the health benefits of green spaces, parks, and gardens in urban areas, including air quality improvement and mental health outcomes.
Module #6 Clean Transportation for Healthcare Electrification of hospital fleets, promoting active transportation, and alternative fuels for healthcare-related travel.
Module #7 Waste Reduction and Management in Healthcare Strategies for minimizing waste, reducing medical waste incineration, and promoting sustainable procurement practices in healthcare facilities.
Module #8 Green Pharmaceuticals and Medications Evaluating the environmental impact of pharmaceutical production, and exploring sustainable alternatives and circular economy approaches.
Module #9 Telemedicine and Virtual Care for Sustainability The role of telemedicine in reducing carbon emissions, improving access to care, and promoting sustainable healthcare systems.
Module #10 Biophilic Design for Health and Wellbeing Case studies of healthcare facilities incorporating biophilic design elements, such as natural light, vegetation, and water features.
Module #11 Circular Economy in Healthcare Exploring strategies for reducing waste, reusing materials, and recycling in healthcare, including product design and supply chain innovations.
Module #12 Green Hospital Designs and Innovations Featuring cutting-edge hospital designs that prioritize sustainability, energy efficiency, and patient-centered care.
Module #13 Climate Change and Health:Global Perspectives Examining the health impacts of climate change, and global efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate-related health challenges.
Module #14 Food Systems and Nutrition for Sustainable Health Case studies of sustainable food systems, nutrition, and agriculture in healthcare, featuring local sourcing, organic options, and reduced food waste.
Module #15 Innovative Materials and Technologies for Health Exploring sustainable materials, nanotechnologies, and biotechnologies with potential health benefits, such as antimicrobial surfaces and biodegradable implants.
Module #16 Green Space and Mental Health The impact of natural environments on mental health, and the design of therapeutic landscapes for healthcare facilities.
Module #17 Case Studies in Sustainable Healthcare Systems In-depth examination of healthcare systems that prioritize sustainability, featuring integrated approaches to environmental, social, and economic factors.
Module #18 Policy and Regulation for Green Health Understanding the policy landscape for sustainable healthcare, including incentives, standards, and regulations driving green innovation.
Module #19 Finance and Investing in Green Health Exploring the business case for green health, and investment opportunities in sustainable healthcare technologies and innovations.
Module #20 Community Engagement and Education for Green Health Strategies for engaging patients, staff, and communities in sustainable healthcare initiatives, and promoting environmental literacy in healthcare education.
Module #21 Green Health in Low-Resource Settings Case studies of sustainable healthcare innovations in low-resource settings, featuring affordable, adaptable, and effective solutions.
Module #22 Digital Health and Sustainability The role of digital health technologies in promoting sustainable healthcare systems, including telemedicine, health analytics, and disease surveillance.
Module #23 Supply Chain Sustainability in Healthcare Evaluating the environmental impact of healthcare supply chains, and strategies for reducing waste, pollution, and emissions throughout the supply chain.
Module #24 Innovative Water Technologies for Healthcare Case studies of water-saving technologies and innovations in healthcare, featuring greywater reuse, rainwater harvesting, and water-efficient equipment.
Module #25 Green Health and the Built Environment The interplay between the built environment, health, and sustainability, featuring case studies of healthy buildings, cities, and communities.
Module #26 Sustainable Healthcare Procurement Strategies for sustainable procurement in healthcare, including green purchasing, sustainable supply chain management, and environmentally preferred purchasing.
Module #27 Stakeholder Engagement for Green Health Effective stakeholder engagement strategies for promoting sustainable healthcare initiatives, featuring collaboration with patients, staff, and community partners.
Module #28 Green Health and the Circular Economy The role of healthcare in driving the circular economy, featuring product design, sharing, and recycling innovations that reduce waste and emissions.
Module #29 Global Cooperation for Green Health International collaborations and partnerships driving sustainable healthcare innovation, featuring global health initiatives and policy frameworks.
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Case Studies in Green Technology for Health career
