Sustainability in the Industry
Care and Social Services
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Impacts, Risks and Opportunities
Sustainability in Care and Social Services
Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, recognized a close connection between environmental influences and illnesses in 1860. If the consequences of climate change are particularly difficult for old and sick people in long-term facilities or in outpatient care, this industry also has the power to make a contribution.
Managers and facility operators are in demand when it comes to decisions regarding energy supply, procurement, employee mobility, waste generation or kitchen operations. It is important for employees to behave in an environmentally conscious manner and to promote climate awareness in their everyday work.
Managers and facility operators are in demand when it comes to decisions regarding energy supply, procurement, employee mobility, waste generation or kitchen operations. It is important for employees to behave in an environmentally conscious manner and to promote climate awareness in their everyday work.
Kindergartens and care facilities have a responsibility not only to set an example of sustainability, but also to make the careful treatment of the environment and fellow human beings a learning field. The focus is on the social impact on the people cared for and the working conditions for the employees. It is important to get more people interested in social professions through good childcare ratios, more attractive working conditions and a family-friendly, flexible working culture.
The industry includes, for example, the care of older people, people with disabilities and children.
The industry includes, for example, the care of older people, people with disabilities and children.
Industry Materiality
Key Fields in the Industry
Society
Value Chain
Climate
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EU NACE Classification
Industry NACE Classes
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Included NACE classes in the industry
87.10 – nursing homes
87.20 – Inpatient facilities for psychosocial care, addiction control, etc.
87.30 – Nursing homes for the elderly and disabled
87.90 – Other homes (excluding rest and holiday homes)
88.10 – Social care for the elderly and disabled
88.91 – Day care for children
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