CSH Partners with ISN to Advance Environmentally Sustainable Kidney Care

The Centre for Sustainable Healthcare (CSH) is thrilled to announce its collaboration with the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) to initiate the Advancing Environmentally Sustainable Kidney Care (GREEN-K) Initiative.

Discover more about the ISN GREEN-K Initiative here.

The ISN, a global leader in nephrology, is dedicated to advancing the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of kidney diseases. This partnership signifies a substantial step forward in incorporating sustainable practices into kidney care on an international scale.

Key Objectives of the Partnership:

• Encouraging Participation: Motivating individuals to join the Kidney Care Sustainability Network.
• Disseminating Knowledge: Broadly sharing insights and resources from the KitNewCare project.
• Expanding Reach: Enhancing the activities and impact of the Kidney Care Sustainability Champions.
• Fostering Collaboration: Encouraging other medical specialties to engage with CSH and ISN's sustainability initiatives.
• Developing Fellowship Programmes: Establishing an international fellowship programme through the CSH-ISN partnership.

By uniting their efforts, CSH and ISN will gather and distribute essential educational resources and case studies, promoting best practices in sustainable kidney care. This alliance is poised to drive significant advancements, ensuring that kidney care services worldwide become more environmentally sustainable.

 "We are excited to partner with ISN to share resources, experience, and expertise in sustainable healthcare. With 30,000 kidney health professionals worldwide, we aim to drive rapid and significant changes in kidney care delivery. This partnership offers a unique opportunity to transform kidney care for a more sustainable future. By disseminating research from projects like KitNewCare, we can influence practice in over 130 countries and set the precedent for all specialties." - Lucy Brown, Clinical Delivery Lead at the Centre for Sustainable Healthcare

About CSH: The Centre for Sustainable Healthcare (CSH) is a leading independent non-profit organisation focused on reducing the carbon footprint of healthcare services and promoting sustainable practices.

About ISN: The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) is a global organization focused on advancing the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of kidney diseases through education, research, and advocacy.