Reduce health care’s carbon footprint to save our patients

I would like to explore a typical American health care experience through a different lens: energy.

Upon entering a hospital, I would see bright lighting and hear the gentle hum from ventilation. If I were to get an MRI, this requires significant energy often supported by fossil fuels. For blood work, there would be medical waste generated from my stick. While grabbing a quick bite to eat in the hospital cafeteria, …

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