Environmental Stewardship in Infectious Diseases
A coalition of infectious diseases professionals and allies working to optimize diagnosis, management, and prevention of infections—while saving time, money, and the environmental impact of healthcare and research.
The Urgency Behind Our Work
Why It Matters
Climate change is changing where infections spread, who gets infected, and how we respond to disease. As healthcare professionals, we should strive to deliver excellent clinical care while reducing our own system’s contribution to carbon and other pollutants.
Core Topics
Solutions That Protect Patients and the Planet
Climate and Health
Climate change directly impacts human health.
Healthcare Sustainability
Healthcare can heal without harming the planet.
Stewardship
Use resources wisely to protect health and the environment.
Infection Prevention and Control
Preventing infections saves lives.
Telemedicine and Outpatient
Telehealth cuts emissions and expands access.
Laboratory Optimization
Smarter labs reduce waste and improve care.
Quality Improvement and Patient Safety
Safe care also means sustainable care.
Advocacy and Mobilization
Clinicians can lead climate and health action.
Resource Hub
Where Infectious Diseases Meets Sustainability
Healthcare’s Climate Impact
Learn how healthcare contributes to climate change and where ID professionals can lead.
Advocacy & Communication
Practical resources to help you advocate, organize, and communicate sustainability in healthcare settings.
Podcasts
Conversations with leaders on how infectious disease intersects with sustainability.
Plastics & Clinical Waste
Understand the clinical, environmental, and public health risks of single-use plastics in healthcare.
ID & Sustainability Resources
Explore core connections between infectious diseases and environmental health.
Measurement & Mitigation Tools
Tools to measure your institution’s environmental footprint and reduce resource waste.
Events & Webinars
Stay informed about upcoming meetings, webinars, and opportunities to connect with ID professionals.
Sustainability in Quality & Safety
How sustainable practices improve care quality and patient safety without compromise.
Infectious disease professionals are uniquely positioned to lead climate-smart care. Our expertise in stewardship, prevention, and systems thinking makes us natural leaders in the effort to create a healthier planet.