Our transformation, including delivery of our new Urgent and Planned Care Hospital is part of our response to the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015. At all stages, we are considering the long-term impact of our decisions aimed at working better with people, communities, and each other, and to prevent persistent problems such as poverty, health inequalities and climate change.
One example, is our Decarbonisation Delivery Plan, which will contribute to the Welsh Government ambition for NHS Wales to contribute towards public sector wide net zero target by 2030. Our aim is to reduce our carbon footprint by 34% by 2030. We will also design our new Urgent and Planned Care Hospital and other community facilities following the principles of biophilic design. This means that our buildings and surrounding areas reflect our natural environment – not only in the gardens, but within the wards, offices, and corridors. Benefits can include a calmer environment for staff, patients and their families, increased creativity, productivity, reduced stress, reduced post-operation recovery times, and reduced use of medication.