Biodiversity Action Plan
As part of our commitment to the NHS Lothian Sustainable Development Framework and the national NHS Scotland Climate Emergency and Sustainability Strategy, we’ve developed a comprehensive Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP). This plan provides a clear roadmap for NHS Lothian and our partners to actively address the interconnected climate emergency and biodiversity crisis.
The BAP outlines achievable actions that will help us fulfil our duty to conserve and enhance biodiversity across our estate.
Why a Biodiversity Action Plan?
Biodiversity Action Plans are vital 10-year strategies that guide organisations in protecting and improving the natural environments they oversee. Recognising our potential positive and negative impacts, this BAP aims to shift the balance in favour of nature. We’ve developed this plan at an organizational level to:
- Ensure we meet our legal obligations and duties as a public body
- Provide essential support and guidance to our teams for informed decision-making.
- Clearly communicate our actions and environmental standards to partners and stakeholders.
Our Plan in Action:
The BAP provides guidance to Estates and Facilities teams for operational activities, supports the integration of nature into future capital planning, informs staff and communities on how they can contribute, and facilitates engagement with partner organizations. It also highlights relevant environmental legislation and aligns with our Environmental Management System.
Read the plan here: NHS Lothian Biodiversity Action Plan – 2025-2035
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The development and delivery of the plan is supported by NHS Lothian Charity’s Green Health programme find out more about our their work here: https://greenhealth.nhslothiancharity.org/
