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3. Switch to
energy-efficient solutions Why sustainability matters
Small changes to your practice’s energy use Becoming more sustainable isn’t just about
can have a big impact: protecting the planet—it can also save
• Upgrade to energy-efficient LED money, improve efficiency, and enhance
lighting to cut energy consumption. your practice’s reputation with patients who
• Invest in energy-efficient value eco-conscious healthcare providers.
refrigeration for medicines. By making small, manageable changes,
• Transition to renewable energy your practice can have a lasting impact,
sources where possible, such as just like PHOENIX Healthcare’s ongoing
solar power. sustainability efforts.

As part of its Sustainability Agenda, As PSUK members continue to prioritise the
PHOENIX is enhancing energy efficiency NHS’s “Net Zero” agenda, adopting these
and transitioning to renewable energy to sustainability tips will not only help reduce
reduce greenhouse gas emissions, a goal resource use and waste but also contribute
that you can adopt for their own operations. to broader environmental goals. Join us
in building a sustainable future, one step at
4. Embrace digital solutions a time.
Moving to digital can greatly reduce paper
waste and increase efficiency: By taking these steps, you can play
• Use electronic prescriptions to a vital role in creating a greener, healthier
reduce the need for paper scripts. future for all. Let’s work together to
• Send patient communications make sustainability a cornerstone of
through email or SMS rather than healthcare delivery.
printed leaflets.
• Digitise internal processes to reduce
paperwork and streamline operations.

This shift aligns with PHOENIX’s own
efforts to digitise and improve operational
efficiencies, reducing resource use
across the company.

PHOENIX is also taking action to reduce
fleet emissions by incorporating electric
vehicles and optimising delivery routes,
demonstrating a clear path
forward for members looking to
improve sustainability.

5. Get your team involved
Sustainability efforts are more
successful when the whole team is
on board:
• Set up a ‘green team’ to lead
eco-friendly initiatives.
• Offer staff training on
sustainability practices.
• Run internal challenges, such as
recycling programs or carbon
reduction initiatives.

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