LAC Health
Carbon Disclosure
Commitment
At LAC Health, we recognize the healthcare sector’s important role in addressing climate change. As a leading provider, we commit to transparency and accountability in our environmental impact. Our Carbon Disclosure Policy reflects dedication to measuring, reporting, and reducing carbon footprint, striving for a sustainable future for healthcare and the communities we serve.
Transparency: Our CDP Pledge
Our Carbon Disclosure Approach
1. Data Collection
To ensure our reporting is accurate and complete we will provide a robust data collection process across all our sites and operations. We use the latest monitoring technologies and data management systems to track our energy consumption, waste and other environmental metrics in real-time.
2. In-depth Analysis and Verification
Our environmental data is thoroughly reviewed by our sustainability team with external carbon accounting experts to ensure the numbers are accurate. We also work with a third party verification process to add an extra layer of assurance to our carbon disclosure data.
3. Reporting
Our CDP submission will include:
- • Carbon emissions by scope
- • Climate risks and opportunities for our business
- • Governance structure for climate issues
- • Emissions reduction strategies and climate change mitigation
- • Progress on our climate targets and initiatives
4. Ongoing Improvement
We see carbon disclosure as a continuous improvement process. Each reporting cycle gives us valuable learning to inform our sustainability strategy and identify areas to improve our data collection and reporting.
Carbon Reduction Initiatives
While disclosure is important, our ultimate aim is to reduce our carbon footprint. For energy efficiency, we are implementing technologies and practices such as LED lighting retrofits, smart building management systems, and energy-efficient medical equipment across our sites. Our waste reduction and circular economy efforts include full recycling programs, reusable medical equipment initiatives, and partnerships with suppliers for take-back and recycling programs. Additionally, we are working with our suppliers to reduce Scope 3 emissions by including carbon footprint in procurement decisions, supporting our suppliers in their own carbon reduction efforts, and exploring low-carbon options for medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
Our Emission Reduction Roadmap
We’re committed to making a significant impact. Here are our targets:
50%
Reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2030
30%
Reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030
2050
Net Zero across all scopes
Our targets align with the latest climate science and the Paris Agreement. We regularly review and update these goals to stay in sync with global climate objectives.
Global Engagement
We know that tackling climate change requires collective action. As part of our Carbon Disclosure Policy we will:
- communicate our carbon reductions to patients and local communities and involve them in our initiatives
- participate in healthcare industry climate forums and initiatives and share best practice
- engage with policy makers to advocate for climate friendly healthcare policies and regulations
- work with universities and research institutions to stay up to date with the latest in sustainable healthcare
Challenges and Opportunities
We know that the journey to full carbon disclosure and reduction is not without its challenges. Some of the key ones we are addressing are:
- Collecting data across multiple healthcare settings
- Balancing carbon reductions with patient care and safety
- Anesthetic gases and other healthcare specific emissions
But we see these as opportunities for innovation and leadership. By addressing these we will improve our own performance and contribute to sustainability across the sector.
Our Promise for a Sustainable Future
LAC Health’s Carbon Disclosure Policy is our pledge of transparency, accountability, and climate action. By measuring and reducing our carbon footprint, we’re taking crucial steps towards long-term sustainability.
Join us on this journey to a low-carbon healthcare future.
Together, we can create a healthcare system that heals both people and the planet for generations to come.