NHS Net Zero 2025

By 2040, the NHS will achieve full carbon neutrality across its fleet, including ambulances. This session explores strategies and milestones for transforming the NHS vehicle fleet into a sustainable powerhouse. Key targets include integrating sustainable travel plans into Green Plans by 2026, ensuring all new NHS cars have zero emissions by 2027, introducing zero-emission ambulances by 2030, and reducing staff travel emissions by 50% by 2033. By 2035, all cars and Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services will be emission-free, leading to complete carbon neutrality across all vehicles by 2040. Discover innovations driving this critical Net Zero transition.

This panel examines how new technologies are revolutionising the NHS’s progress towards Net Zero. The NHS spends over £680 million annually on energy, contributing to 4% of England’s emissions. Experts will discuss innovations like renewable energy systems, AI-driven efficiency tools, and smart infrastructure, which have already helped some NHS trusts cut emissions by 30%.

Telemedicine and digital health tools reduce travel-related emissions, supporting the NHS's goal of reducing staff travel by 50% by 2033. Challenges, such as scaling green technologies and ensuring equity, will also be addressed. Join us to explore how technology is reshaping sustainable healthcare delivery.

This panel explores the critical role of sustainability in the NHS’s journey to Net Zero. Experts will discuss key strategies such as sustainable procurement practices, reducing single-use plastics, promoting a circular economy, and enhancing waste management. The session will highlight integrating sustainability into clinical operations, adopting greener supply chains, and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility across the healthcare workforce. Case studies will showcase successful initiatives and their impact on reducing emissions while maintaining patient care quality.

Join this discussion to discover actionable insights and collaborative approaches for embedding sustainability into the core of NHS operations and culture.

This panel focuses on the pivotal role of estates and retrofitting in driving the NHS towards its Net Zero goals. Experts will explore strategies for upgrading existing healthcare facilities with energy-efficient systems, renewable energy solutions, and sustainable building practices. Topics include optimising insulation, HVAC systems, and water efficiency, alongside challenges like funding, project delivery timelines, and preserving patient care during retrofits. Case studies will highlight successful implementations and the potential impact on operational costs and carbon reduction.#

Join us to learn how innovative retrofitting approaches can transform NHS estates into sustainable, high-performance environments while supporting carbon neutrality targets.

This panel highlights the pivotal role of sustainable waste management in the NHS’s journey to Net Zero. The NHS produces over 600,000 tonnes of waste annually, with 22% classified as clinical waste. Experts will discuss strategies to reduce waste, improve recycling rates beyond the current 24%, and adopt circular economy practices. Key initiatives include cutting single-use plastics, transitioning to reusable medical supplies, and reducing landfill dependency. With waste disposal contributing significantly to the NHS’s carbon footprint, panellists will explore innovative technologies and best practices to lower emissions while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join us to discover data-driven solutions for greener healthcare operations.