HIGH Horizons - Protocol for mitigation interventions evaluation in Kenya, South Africa and Zimbabwe

This protocol (Deliverable 5.7) outlines the approach and tools for assessing and evaluating carbon emissions from health facilities, namely Kenya, South Africa, and Zimbabwe which form one component of the overall HIGH Horizons project. This component of the HIGH Horizons project does not directly focus on maternal and child health outcomes. The primary objectives of this component include:

1. utilizing the Aga Khan Development Network's (AKDN) Carbon Management Tool to assess carbon emissions generated by health facilities, 
2. developing a resource allocation tool for mitigation strategies, and implement mitigation strategies to decrease greenhouse gas emissions in health facilities, 
3. evaluating the mitigation strategies in terms of their cost-effectiveness and reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, and 
4. communicating and disseminating the findings to relevant stakeholders through the design and implementation of an effective communication and dissemination strategy.

The goal is to learn lessons about reducing carbon emissions from the healthcare sector. This project’s component will provide valuable insights for future sustainability efforts and track progress over time through serial measurements.