The sustainable procurement guide will help the health system- -Understand the benefits and business case for sustainable procurement -Provide a policy framework for sustainable procurement process -Step by Step guide for health care institutions to implement sustainable procurement - Capacity Building for health care facilities - Providing tools and resources to implementing sustainable procurement and prioritising sustainable products and services - Share best practice examples on sustainable procurement in health system
The guide provides a tailored approach to sustainable procurement in the health sector. The health systems using this guide have provided a very positive feedback as the guide provides- a step by step guide for health systems to implement sustainable procurement; framework for developing sustainable procurement policy; tools and resources to implement and monitor sustainable procurement; training and capacity building; how to engage with suppliers and group purchasing organisation. As the institutions shift to sustainable consumption and production they will contribute to reduce green house gas emissions, reduce toxicity and resource conservation. More sustainable supply chains and equitable access to health care goods and services.
Nine countries across the world are coming together to run national competitions that will ask students to submit plans for making their schools sustainable.
