Walking towards Green Hospitals: innovation and commitment for a healthy future in Latin America

Aim: Explore the path towards Green Hospitals in the context of Latin America, highlighting the importance of innovation and commitment as vehicles for a healthy future. Methods. A qualitative, exploratory and descriptive methodology was implemented that allowed a detailed analysis of bibliographic sources on sustainable practices and initiatives in hospitals in the region. Results. The findings highlight that despite the challenges that still persist in this matter and the prevailing need to evolve towards a healthier future, some Latin American countries have already undertaken actions in the search for Green Hospitals, thus contributing to the strengthening of care. quality medical. Conclusions. The urgency of transforming hospital infrastructure into a positive agent for environmental sustainability becomes evident. The dichotomy between the essential role of hospitals in healthcare and their significant contribution to environmental degradation underscores the need to reevaluate operational actions in healthcare in Latin America, contributing to a more sustainable future that benefits both health of the population and the environment.