March 12, 2010
Issue 2
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in this issue
1. Health & Environment: Buildings, Energy, Food, GHGs, Purchasing,
Toxics, Transportation, Waste, Water
2. Awards/Conferences/Funding/Partnerships/Training
3. Member Questions
4. Coalition Office Updates
Welcome to the Canadian Coalition for Green Health Care's Green Health Care
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1. BUILDINGS, ENERGY, FOOD, GHGs, PURCHASING, TOXICS, TRANSPORTATION, WASTE,
WATER
BUILDINGS
Dryden Regional Health Centre's waste heat recovery unit and CO2 counter
Over the past decade, the Dryden Regional Health Centre (DRHC) has been
installing building upgrades in heating, cooling, lighting, and building
automation to improve energy efficiency. The most notable improvement was
installing SRU 5 condensing flue gas heat exchanger on boilers to recover
heat for domestic hot water. The units, made by Sidel Systems U.S.A. Inc.,
guarantee a fuel savings of 13% and a payback period of only 2.2 years.
For more information on the DRHC's projects, contact Ken Kiewning at
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http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/common/send-email.cfm?id=1266327937&attr=4
ENERGY
Hamilton Health Sciences to Implement Massive Energy Saving Retrofit Project
A performance contract with Johnson Controls has made it possible for
Hamilton Health Sciences to carry out about $50 million in facility
improvements without touching the hospital's capital budget. The project
will be one of the largest ever undertaken in a Canadian Hospital. The
expected savings from the 10-year performance contract will be used to
offset the cost of the improvements.
For more information, visit:
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www.uniongas.com/largebusiness/energyconservation/savingnaturalgas/enercases
tudies_hamhealthsci.asp
RETScreen International combined heat and power Web portal launched
The RETScreen Software Combined Heat & Power (Cogeneration) Model can be
used to evaluate the energy production and savings, costs, emission
reductions, financial viability and risk for central-grid, isolated-grid and
off-grid cogeneration (CHP) projects. The software can model a wide variety
of projects ranging in size and function. For more information, visit:
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www.retscreen.net/ang/g_combine.php
Online Auction Delivers $1.25 Million in Energy Savings, 10 Percent Green
for Adventist Healthcare
Adventist HealthCare will successfully reduce its future carbon footprint
and save on electrical costs for seven facilities in Maryland and New Jersey
through an auction over the World Energy Exchange. The January auction will
net Adventist HealthCare, a non-profit network of health-care providers
headquartered in Rockville, Md., more than $1.25 million in savings over its
current contracts by enabling the organization to lock in attractive rates
through mid-2013. More importantly, by purchasing 10 percent green energy,
the health-care provider will reduce its carbon dioxide emissions by 4,100
metric tons each year. World Energy helped identify better ways to manage
Adventist's energy portfolio, from understanding hidden costs in its current
contracts to the advantages of proactively shopping the market to meet
post-2010 demand. See press release at:
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http://ir.worldenergy.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=205455&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=14003
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FOOD
Support Balanced Menus and National Nutrition Month
Health Care Without Harm is promoting balanced menus to reduce the amount of
meat protein in hospital food. They provide a few tips to help achieve the
end, including: Take the Balanced Menu Challenge- a challenge to hospitals
to reduce meat purchasing by 20% over one year; and Balanced Menu
Showcasing.
For more information, visit:
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http://noharm.org/us_canada/issues/food/menus.php
PURCHASING
EcoLogo Announces Newly Developed Hand Sanitizers Standard, CCD-170
The EcoLogo Program is proud to announce the launch of its first standard
for Hand Sanitizers, also known as Instant Hand Antiseptic Products. This
is a new product category for EcoLogo and this standard will allow
purchasers to select hand sanitizing products with reduced environmental and
health impacts.
For more information, visit:
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cRGJklRrU5b02auBD6ycThTdCqunYFZdOiFmm17TvssA1bx7p8DqFPD03bzLKq45iOdVEOzIgA1S
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http://www.terrachoicecertified.com/en/criteria/subpage.asp?page_id=197
TOXICS
The Philippines Department of Health has Called for a Ban on Murcury
After meeting with Health Care Without Harm-South East Asia, the DOH
secretary, Esperanza Cabral, called for a ban on the importation of health
products containing mercury. The DOH has also instated non-issuance permits
to medical device distributors who sell equipment with mercury components,
such as thermometers and sphygmomanometers.
For more information visit:
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Y0AigxHa2VsQnY8vM5US_Q-7VpJtRn6xeLhwUCGaYhZZlYF_tHgXT1gfWd1EPfPEk0KyZnCBZhYu
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http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view/20100222-254730/DOH-ca
lls-for-ban-on-mercury
Surrounded By Plastic, NICU Infants Tested For Risk
It is possible that critically ill newborns in the NICU are at risk from
pthalates due to prolonged exposure to plastics in the form of feeding
tubes, breathing tubes and intravenous lines. Considering their body mass
and developmental stage, newborns are especially vulnerable to pthalates.
In fact, phtalate levels in have been found to be 100 times higher in
infants than in healthy adults. Research into the impact of pthalate
exposure on newborns in the NICU is ongoing.
For more information, visit:
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http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=104191628
4 Chemicals Used in Consumer Products are Toxic to Human Health
The federal government on March 6, 2010 declared four chemicals widely used
in paints, varnishes, stains and industrial cleaners as toxic to human
health, paving the way for their possible ban in products. The chemicals are
reproductive or developmental toxins and the third is a carcinogen. They can
also be used in nail polish, printing inks, artist materials and grout
products. One of the chemicals is used in some hairsprays, skin creams and
as a fragrance ingredient, according to Health Canada. The chemicals to be
declared toxic to human health are: 2-(2-Methoxyethoxy) ethanol (DEGME);
2-Methoxyethanol acetate (2-MEA); 2-methoxy-1-propanol; and C.I. Pigment Red
3. In the short term, the ministry of health is proposing a number of risk
management options to reduce Canadians' exposure to these substances. Read
more:
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http://www.financialpost.com/conrad_black/story.html?id=1369842
TRANSPORTATION
Study of hospitals puts price tag on California's dirty air
California's dirty air led to nearly $200 million in hospital spending over
a three-year period because of asthma, pneumonia and other transportation
pollution-triggered ailments, according to a study which attempts to put a
price tag on the state's bad air. The study analyzed records from hospitals
and air quality agencies from 2005 to 2007. As many as 30,000 people
statewide sought relief in emergency rooms because of air pollution during
that period. Researchers undertook case studies at five hospitals, to
determine how their finances are affected by poor air quality. From 2005 to
2007, $1.9 million was spent at UC Davis Medical Center by Medicare,
Medi-Cal and other insurers to cover the cost of pollution-related care.
Medicare and Medi-Cal paid two-thirds of the costs associated with poor air
quality, according to the study. Commercial insurers and other private
sources footed the rest of the bill. Researchers say hospital costs are just
a fraction of the hundreds of millions of dollars spent each year on
pollution-related medical care. See story at:
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http://www.sacbee.com/2010/03/02/2574938/rand-study-of-hospitals-puts-price.
html
WASTE
Researchers Call for Reuse of More Medical Equipment
The Association of American Medical Colleges describes that a shift in
hospital practice to reuse more medical equipment would save hundreds of
millions of dollars, and substantially reduce medical waste. Currently,
significant amounts of medical equipment is used once and then discarded.
However, researchers at John Hopkins University School of Medicine say that
the sterilization, recalibration and testing of such equipment makes reuse a
perfectly safe option.
Source: Academic Medicine 85(3): 398-400, Canadian Press
Unused medications in Colorado could get second life
In Colorado, Senate Bill 115 is trying to avoid dumping unused medications
into water supplies. If passed, the bill would permit nursing homes and
hospitals to redirect unused, and un-expired medication to needy patients in
the state. All medications would first have to be donated to a non-profit
organization, which would subsequently distribute the medication to those in
need.
For more information, visit:
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http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_14402564
Even if you're careful, drugs can end up in water
US citizens are encouraged to throw out unused medication in the garbage,
rather than down a drain. The purpose of this advice is to keep
pharmaceuticals out of water supplies. However, a study from Maine suggests
that even properly disposed of medication can make its way into water
supplies through landfill seepage. The results of the study are fuelling
the creation of a novel bill that would require drug manufacturers to
develop and pay for an unused drug collection and disposal program. For more
information, visit:
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http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/businesstechnology/2011008317_apusphar
mawaterlandfills.html
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3qJvFRNsHR2yCv_DWkgfO1_gH4ianJaySuLMsHK8O80nI2ATN64> WATER
The CSA Releases B128.3: Performance of Non-Potable Water Treatment Systems
for Public Review
The draft addresses the performance requirements for wastewater and
greywater treatment systems in cases where the treated reclaimed water is
utilized for applications such as toilet flushing and subsurface irrigation.
This standard does not address the diversion of untreated greywater, nor
does it address rainwater harvesting or stormwater systems. See:
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https://review.csa.ca/opr/opr_list.asp
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2. AWARDS/CONFERENCES/FUNDING/PARTNERSHIPS/TRAINING
AWARDS
Applications are now being accepted for the Stephanie C. Davis Waste
Reduction Award and Scholarship
In honour of Stephanie C. Davis, a great advocate and champion for greening
health care, the Stephanie C. Davis Waste Reduction Award and Scholarship
has been created. The awards grant winners a $500 travel stipend; a full
registration fee waiver for the conference and any pre-conference events;
and 2 nights (room and tax only) at one of the CleanMed hotels adjacent to
the Convention. Applications are due March 26. Please see the application
form at www.cleanmed.org
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CONFERENCES
CleanMed 2010
The premier global conference on environmentally sustainable health care
May 11 - 13, 2010. Baltimore Convention Center.
Register now at www.cleanmed.org
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"Linking our Knowledge through Diverse Interests" Aboriginal Nurses
Association of Canada Conference
In collaboration with "Canadian Men in Nursing Group", "Canadian Nurses for
Health and Environment" and "Diabetes Nursing Interest Group of the RNAO"
October 25, 26 & 27, 2010 Toronto, Ontario
Call for Abstracts deadline, May 25, 2010. For more info Visit A.N.A.C.
website at www.anac.on.ca
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Canadian Farm To Cafeteria Enthusiasts to Meet in Detroit
A Canadian Farm to Cafeteria Network "Northern Roots: Canada Digs In!" is
part of the "Taking Root: 5th National (US) Farm to School Conference" May
17 - 19, 2010 in Detroit, Michigan. Discover how Canadians are growing local
in schools, hospitals and other public institutions. Register at
www.farmtocafeteriaconference.org
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scholarships are available and Canadians CAN apply for scholarships. Visit
http://farmtocafeteriaconference
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Canadian Healthcare Engineering Society (CHES) Annual Conference
"Environmentally Responsible Healthcare"
Telus Conference Centre, Whistler BC.
September 19 - 21, 2010 See: www.ches.org
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CHES Ontario Chapter
2010 Provincial Trade Show & Education Forum
Niagara Falls, ON May 2 - 4, 2010 See: www.ches.org
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2010 Behavior, Energy & Climate Change (BECC) Conference
This conference focuses on the practical applications of social and
behavioral research to achieve viable solutions to energy/climate
challenges. Last year over 700 participants from universities, government,
corporations and organizations discussed successful policy and program
strategies, shared important research findings, and created dynamic new
networks and collaborations. BECC 2010 will include 45 topic/plenary
sessions and over 200 presenters selected through a competitive abstract
process and by special invitation. Deadline for abstracts is May 15, 2010.
See website for details: www.BECCconference.org
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FUNDING
Union Gas Incentive Programs for Health Care (Ontario only)
The EnerSmart incentives will help pay for audits, surveys and studies,
identifying energy efficiency projects that save money and reduce natural
gas consumption. Union Gas will also help fund the purchase and installation
of new equipment that will make your facility more energy
efficiency. See:
http://www.uniongas.com/largebusiness/energyconservation/savingnaturalgas/pd
fs/HealthcareInsertWeb.pdf
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PARTNERSHIPS
The Canadian Coalition for Green Health Care and Synergie Santé
Environnement team up to tackle green health care
Synergie Sante Environnement (SSE) is a non-profit organization in Montreal
which was formed to help hospitals go green in Quebec. The Coalition and SSE
are currently exploring ways to work together, with SSE serving the French
speaking health care facilities. SSE management, Jérôme Ribesse and Dr.
Jean Zigby, have many years of experience in green health care. For more
information contact Jérôme at jribesse@synergiesanteenvironnement.org
The Canadian Network for Human Health and the Environment Bulletin
Canadian Network for Human Health and the Environment seeks to provide a
network for Canadian-based organizations interested in human health and the
environment. They cover health-related environmental issues relating to
air, water, soil, food, climate change and consumer products. Every month,
they publish a bulletin to cover current news and events.
To access the current and archived bulletins,
visit:http://www.cnhhe-rcshe.ca/html/bulletin/index.html
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World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Health Promotion in
Hospitals and Health Care
First issue of the HPH Newsletter in 2010, #42, is available for download at
http://www.hph-hc.cc/Downloads/Newsletters/hph_newsletter_42.pdf
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TRAINING
Medical Devices - OHA Workshop
Hear from leaders in the fields of diagnostics, sterile processing and
microbiology discuss classification of patient management software as a
medical device, reused implantable devices, as well as risk and exposure in
reprocessing. March 22, 2010, Toronto.
For more information see:
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Dollars to $ense energy management workshops
The schedule for the 2010 Dollars to $ense Energy Management Workshops has
been released. There are four workshops to choose from, including: Energy
Management Planning, Spot the Energy Savings Opportunities, Energy
Monitoring, and Energy Efficiency Financing. The workshops begin in March
and will move from Western Canada making its way to Eastern Canada in April.
For full details, visit:
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/industrial/training-awareness/index.cfm
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Fostering Sustainable Behavior workshop
The Fostering Sustainable Behaviour group invites you to attend their
workshop on the concepts of community-based social marketing. It will also
provide the opportunity to gain experience in developing a program to foster
sustainable behaviour. The training will fundamentally change the way you
think about program delivery. It will run in Toronto, Ontario on April 7th
and 8th, at a cost $575. For more details, visit:
https://register.cbsm.com/workshops/?site=Toronto
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3. MEMBER QUESTIONS
One of my colleagues is looking for a way to transport 2 or 3 recycling bins
(the big ones - 360 liters) at the same time in an hospital. His problem is
that their storage room is located at the far end of the building which
means some maintenance employees have to transport heavy bins (about 200
lbs) as far as one kilometer!
They are looking for a "bin train" a bit like the caddie trains in the
airports. If you have any information that could help them, it will be much
appreciated.
Thanks
Jerome jribesse@synergiesanteenvironnement.org
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4. COALITION OFFICE UPDATES
Survey of Members Needs re: Digest and Listserv
Thanks so much for the great response on the survey. We will leave the link
up for a bit longer for any new visitors to the Digest. We want you to tell
us how we can better help you green health care. To access the survey go to:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=WOSMb2zDVZ4pdnKVqLFZqw_3d_3d
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Responses to the survey will be provided in the next Digest. Please contact
Linda@greenhealthcare.ca for more details.
Coalition Green Health Care Membership Campaign
The Coalition for Green Health Care is in the process of establishing a
membership campaign to seek financial support through our membership.
Benefits of Membership include: (note: * in development)
-Participation in webinars at no additional cost*
-Opportunity to participate in work groups which support networking and
best practices by topic
-Access to documents and reports on Canadian green health care*
-Access to Green Health Care Products and Services Directory*
-Access to data from membership surveys*
-Certificate of membership to post in your facility
-Use of Coalition Member logo
-Member listing on the Coalition's website with links to facility's website.
New and renewing members are also listed in our Digest/Newsletter.
-25% discount for registration at EcoCare. See
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-Eligibility to apply to the Canadian Green Health Care Awards*
-Technical assistance on green health care issues
-Green Health Care Digest and Newsletter and other Coalition communication
tools
-Opportunities to participate in pilot programs and research initiatives
with Coalition partners
-Member discounts with participating companies including select Radisson and
Delta hotels. See:
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www.greenhealthcare.ca/benefits.htm
-Sponsorship opportunities for the private sector
Membership costs this year for public Health Care Facilities: $25;
Non-profit organizations: $100; Government: $200; Individual: $50; Business
Associate (private sector): sliding scale based on revenues from $250 to
$2,000.
Application forms will be made available on our web site soon
(www.greenheathcare.ca
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more information.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
The Canadian Coalition for Green Health Care is an alliance of committed
Canadian health service organizations, associations, governments, non-profit
organizations, individuals and environmentally focused businesses providing
an active vehicle for enabling positive ecological change within the
Canadian health care landscape.
The Coalition is dedicated to encouraging the adoption of resource
conservation and pollution prevention principles and effective environmental
management systems without compromising patient safety and care. Our actions
will protect human health and reduce the Canadian health care system's
ecological impact.
The Ontario Trillium Foundation is an agency of the
