Planetary health is everyone's story.
As a relatively new concept in Western discourse, planetary health acknowledges the interconnected relationship between human health and the health of our planet. This relationship has long been understood and honoured by the First Nations communities who have stewarded these lands for thousands of years.
At PHSA, Planetary Health is a north star priority. Teams across the organization are working to understand and reduce the impacts of our operations on Earth's natural systems—because protecting the planet also protects human health and well‑being.
Here are a few examples of this work across our programs:
These efforts are supported by Energy and Environmental Sustainability (EES), a regional collaboration team who works closely with programs across PHSA and advises on planning, design, construction, and operations of facilities to reduce the impact of the health-care system on the environment and help improve the health of people within our communities.
Learn more about PHSA's environmental sustainability efforts.2024 PHSA Climate Change Accountability Report
