Assessing Hospital Managers knowledge on Green Healthcare Practices: A Survey-based Exploration

Preyansh Mishra (B Tech, M Tech (Mechanical)) (MBA, IIM-Kashipur, Lead Data Analyst, CSC E-Governance Services, India Pvt Ltd)

Year: 2024, Volume: 1, Issue: 2, Date of Publication: 31 August 2024

Abstract: In recent years, Hospitals have increasingly turned to environmental Sustainability initiatives not only to reduce their ecological footprint but also to enhance their brand image. The study aims to evaluate the knowledge levels of Hospital managers regarding Green healthcare practices, including Green hospital branding, Sustainability, Infrastructure development, Energy efficiency, and Waste management. A structured questionnaire was developed utilizing Likert scale responses for Knowledge assessment of managers familiarity and understanding of these critical areas. The survey was administered to hospital managers across various healthcare facilities. The findings shed light on the current state of knowledge among hospital managers and highlight areas for improvement in environmental Sustainability practices within Healthcare management. Understanding the knowledge gaps in this domain is crucial for implementing effective strategies to enhance sustainability initiatives in healthcare facilities.

Keyword: Hospital managers, Green healthcare practices, Sustainability, Infrastructure development, Energy efficiency, Waste management, Knowledge assessment, Green Hospital Branding