Climate Change Data

NHSX

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019)

Reporting Period: 2019

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Ethical AI development and deployment in healthcare
  • Data privacy and security
  • Workforce development and training
  • Patient safety
  • System efficiency

Environmental Achievements

  • Not disclosed

Social Achievements

  • Developed a Code of Conduct for data-driven health technologies, promoting ethical and responsible AI.
  • Launched the NHS AI Lab to accelerate AI adoption and development.
  • Established the UK Health Data Research Alliance to facilitate ethical data sharing for research.
  • Initiated programs to upskill the NHS workforce in AI and data analytics.

Governance Achievements

  • Created a governance framework emphasizing ethical considerations and regulations.
  • Developed an Evidence Standards Framework for Digital Health Technologies.
  • Established a Self-Assurance Portal to facilitate compliance with the Code of Conduct.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • Ethical concerns related to AI bias, transparency, and accountability.
  • Data access and governance complexities.
  • Workforce skills gap in AI and data analytics.
  • Regulatory uncertainties and lack of coordination.
  • Slow adoption of AI technologies in the NHS.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Developed a Code of Conduct and governance framework.
  • Created the NHS AI Lab to address challenges and support innovation.
  • Established data sharing initiatives and a National Centre of Expertise.
  • Launched workforce development and training programs.
  • Implemented piloting and evaluation programs to assess AI impact.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Not disclosed

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Not disclosed
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Code of Conduct for Data-Driven Health and Care Technology

Certifications: Null

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being

AI initiatives aim to improve healthcare access, quality, and efficiency, contributing to better health outcomes.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • AI-powered diagnostic tools, operational efficiency tools, and predictive models.

Awards & Recognition

  • Not disclosed