Meet NHS Scotland Climate Action Leaders at Key Events This Autumn
Health and care colleagues, partners and stakeholders will have several opportunities over the coming months to connect with leaders from across NHS Scotland’s Climate Action portfolio and wider activity to hear about the latest developments and explore a range of effort to build a more sustainable health and care system.
21 September 2026 | Technology and Innovation Centre, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow
The NHS Scotland Climate Action team will be exhibiting at this year’s NHS Scotland Event, one of the largest gatherings of NHS leaders, clinicians, policymakers and delivery partners from across the country. The Climate Action stand will showcase national programmes, local success stories and practical examples of sustainability in action across Scotland’s health and care system. Visitors will be able to meet programme leads, discover the new NHS Scotland Climate Action website, explore case studies, and discuss opportunities to support climate action within their own organisations. Registration open now.
Decarbonising the NHS (Scotland)
7 October 2026 | Radisson Blu, Glasgow
Bringing together leaders from healthcare, government, industry and academia, the Decarbonising the NHS (Scotland) conference will focus on the innovations, partnerships and practical actions needed to deliver a net zero health service. Delegates can expect expert speakers, thought-provoking discussions and the latest insights on topics including climate adaptation, circular economy, sustainable healthcare, data-driven decarbonisation and the future of NHS Scotland’s climate ambitions. Registration open now.
10-11 November 2026
Climate Action leaders from the Scottish Government and NHS Scotland will be contributing to the inaugural IHEEM Scotland event this November. The conference will bring together estates, facilities and sustainability professionals to explore the future of healthcare infrastructure, environmental performance and resilient healthcare environments. The event provides a valuable opportunity to share learning, celebrate progress and discuss the critical role of estates and infrastructure in delivering a low-carbon, climate-resilient health service.
Looking Ahead
With a renewed NHS Scotland Climate Action Strategy on the horizon, these events offer an important opportunity to showcase progress, exchange ideas and strengthen collaboration across Scotland’s health and care system.
Whether you are already involved in climate action or simply curious about how sustainability connects with your role, the team looks forward to meeting colleagues and stakeholders over the coming months to share updates, learn from others and discuss how together we can create future-fit healthcare for a changing environment.