ABSTRACT Introduction Global warming poses an urgent challenge, with the healthcare sector being a significant contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The rise in minimally invasive surgery, which often depends on energy‐intensive technologies and single‐use devices, further exacerbates this environmental burden. The concept of “Green Surgery” aims to reduce the environmental footprint while maintaining patient care standards. Yet awareness and attitudes of surgeons in Japan regarding these practices are largely unknown. Methods The Japanese Society for Endoscopic Surgery (JSES)'s Working Group on Environmental Issues conducted an online survey with 21 questions exploring knowledge of Green Surgery and perspectives on sustainable practices. The survey was distributed to all JSES members, with anonymous responses collected between October 18 and November 12, 2024. Results A total of 1601 participants (10.1%) responded. Awareness of Green Surgery was limited, with o
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