The study investigates the interplay between environmental awareness, education, and sustainability across both formal and informal learning contexts; It aims to identify theoretical frameworks and educational practices that effectively promote sustainability-oriented attitudes and actions .

Kaiser Permanente became the first carbon-neutral healthcare system in the United States in 2020. The organization addressed climate change's health impacts, which cause approximately 150,000 deaths annually, while recognizing healthcare systems contribute 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Key initiatives included expanding solar programs to over 100 hospitals, achieving 6% energy efficiency improvements, and reducing water use by 22% . KP developed collaborative partnerships and sustainability scorecards for suppliers . Future goals target 50% emission reductions by 2030 and net zero by 2050. This case study demonstrates practical pathways for healthcare environmental stewardship

REFRESH is a practical, reliable tool for assessing dietary patterns that benefit both human health and the environment. Its simplicity and strong validity make it suitable for clinical, epidemiological, and self-assessment purposes, enabling broader promotion and adoption of sustainable healthy diets. By bridging the gap between health and sustainability in diet evaluation, REFRESH supports health professionals and the public in making informed dietary choices, contributing to improved health outcomes and reduced environmental impacts.

This chapter supports UN SDGs 7, 11, and 12 by highlighting the integration of renewable energy sources, smart grids, and energy-efficient technologies in smart cities to promote sustainability and reduce environmental impact; addressing challenges of urbanization and promoting inclusive, resilient, and adaptive urban development; and discussing waste management practices, such as recycling and waste-to-energy initiatives, that contribute to a more circular economy and sustainable resource management in cities.

This scoping review examined how environmental outcomes are incorporated into health randomized controlled trials (RCTs). The review concludes that including environmental outcomes in RCTs is gaining prominence but requires better integration with clinical decision-making and stakeholder involvement.

This study examines the role of women’s leadership in the Wahana Usaha Jaya Cooperative in Bandung, Indonesia, in promoting household food waste reduction and community engagement. Findings show that WUJ’s spiritually motivated and economically empowering strategies effectively encourage waste reduction, particularly among women, despite ongoing infrastructural challenges. The study highlights that women-led, community-based cooperatives offer effective, context-sensitive models for urban environmental governance and advancing food security in the Global South.

This chapter supports SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) by promoting sustainable agrifood systems and efficient land-use practices that enhance productivity while reducing environmental impact. It also advances SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 15 (Life on Land) through its focus on carbon-neutral agriculture and responsible land management to mitigate climate change and protect terrestrial ecosystems.

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