The CAHO Healthcare Sustainability Committee is a dedicated platform for embedding environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles, alongside ethical practice, into the delivery of healthcare.

Recognising the growing imperative to deliver high-quality patient care while ensuring ecological stewardship and community wellbeing, the Committee brings together healthcare professionals, sustainability champions and institutional leaders. Its work spans climate resilience, resource optimisation, waste management and circularity, and innovations that promote healthier environments and equitable access to care — carried out in collaboration with CAHO's professional forums, industry, academia and community partners.

MISSION

To empower and guide healthcare institutions in adopting sustainable, ethical and economically sound practices by integrating robust Environmental, Social and Governance principles — strengthening capacity for green healthcare, fostering collaborative networks for shared knowledge, and advancing innovations that improve health outcomes, enhance community wellbeing and minimise environmental impact.

VISION

To cultivate a healthcare ecosystem that serves as a global benchmark for environmental stewardship, social equity and strong governance — where every hospital operates as a beacon of healing with sustainability, delivering excellent care while ensuring long-term economic resilience and a positive impact on both people and the planet.

Objectives

ESG Integration and Ethical Governance
Advance ESG adoption alongside transparent governance, accountability, responsible leadership and sustainability reporting.
Sustainable Practice and Resource Stewardship
Promote efficient use of energy, water, materials, financial and human resources, waste reduction and circular economy approaches — without compromising patient care.
Capacity and Awareness
Strengthen knowledge and competencies through education, training, webinars, workshops and awareness initiatives.
Climate Resilience
Support healthcare organisations in preparing for climate-related risks and building resilient, future-ready systems.
Collaboration, Innovation and Research
Convene healthcare organisations, government, academia and industry to exchange knowledge and generate evidence-based solutions.
Recognition and Alignment
Celebrate successful initiatives and innovative models, aligning them with national priorities and global frameworks.

Be Part of the Community

Join the CAHO Healthcare Sustainability Committee to advance environmentally responsible practices across healthcare. We welcome healthcare professionals and institutions committed to sharing knowledge, promoting best practices, and strengthening sustainability efforts to build a greener, healthier future.

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Committee Members

Ms Keerthi D Souza

Chairperson

Managing Director Life Giver Professional Services LLP, New Delhi
Dr Karan Thakur

Co-Chairperson

Group Vice President – Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi
Mr Md Zeeshan Ahmed

Secretary

Senior Manager (ESG) Care Hospitals Group, Hyderabad

Dr Aurolipy

Member

Professor of Hospital Administration HOD Quality Sum Hospital, Odisha
Mr Sunil Kumar C N

South Zone Representative

Senior VP – Lead Key Initiatives Narayana Health, Bengaluru
Mr. Jyotish Kumar

DGM ESG

Ms Keerthi D Souza

Chairperson

Managing Director Life Giver Professional Services LLP, New Delhi

Dr Karan Thakur

Co-Chairperson

Group Vice President – Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi

Mr Md Zeeshan Ahmed

Secretary

Senior Manager (ESG) Care Hospitals Group, Hyderabad

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