Abstract
Hemodialysis is a treatment with a significant environmental impact. One dialysis cycle is equivalent to the daily consumption of 3.5-4 people, and the average annual electricity consumption of a center is equivalent to that of approximately 2.5 to 3 households (9 kWh/day per household). The carbon footprint (kg CO2 equivalent) measures direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions and is influenced by the production of the various materials used, their transport, patients, and healthcare personnel. In this context, it is necessary to understand the real impact of each center on the environment and act sustainably. The aim of this review is to analyze the environmental footprint generated by dialysis, rethink processes, and propose management strategies to provide tools applicable to any unit to reduce the negative impact of this activity. Each center must measure and monitor indicators, set its own standards, design improvement plans, and carry out annual monitoring in a multidisciplinary manner.
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