Meet and greet but avoid the heat: a reflection on the carbon footprint of congresses prompted by ERA2023.

The article explores the carbon footprint of medical congresses, specifically focusing on the European Renal Association (ERA) Congress held in Milan. It discusses the impact of climate change on global health and the connection between climate change and nephrology. The estimated carbon footprint of ERA2023 is 5808 tons of CO2, mainly from air travel. The article also addresses the overall carbon footprint of nephrology, including the environmental impact of hemodialysis and waste disposal. The ERA has implemented measures to reduce the environmental impact of their congresses, such as promoting public transportation, avoiding plastic items for catering, and offsetting carbon emissions through tree planting initiatives. The article emphasizes the need for more sustainable practices in nephrology congresses and suggests actions like carbon offsetting, promoting green travel, and incorporating sustainability topics into conference programs. It calls for collective efforts to create a more environmentally friendly and equitable conference landscape. [Extracted from the article]

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