Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois and edison new jersey, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Four hospitals at Hackensack Meridian health, new jersey's The largest and most integrated healthcare network, First in the nation to achieve joint committee goals sustainable healthcare certification (SHC). These hospitals meet rigorous standards and performance factors to establish structure, rigor, and accountability to accelerate the expansion of healthcare sustainability efforts.
Four Hackensack Meridians health Hospitals include:
- Hackensack Meridian Hackensack University Medical Center; Hackensack, New Jersey
- Hackensack Meridian Bayshore Medical Center; Holmdel, New Jersey
- Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center; Neptune, New Jersey
- Hackensack Meridian Maritime College Medical Center; Brick, New Jersey
The healthcare industry accounts for nearly 9% of the country's carbon emissions, so efforts to keep people healthy include recognizing and reducing healthcare's large share of carbon emissions. Masu. Responding to and recovering from severe weather events (such as wildfires, floods, hurricanes, and other weather-related emergencies) impacts entire communities, healthcare organizations, and their patients, staff, and responders. .
The Joint Commission's SHC provides a framework to help healthcare organizations begin, continue, or expand their decarbonization efforts. This builds on the momentum of healthcare organizations like Hackensack Meridian. health Leading the way in sustainability excellence by inspiring and guiding others who want to prioritize greener practices.
To achieve SHC, all four hospitals are taking steps toward sustainability, including creating a baseline for measuring three sources of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and developing action plans to reduce them. The company sets priorities and governance for its efforts. The four hospitals also underwent a virtual accreditation review to assess compliance with SHC program requirements.
“We are extremely proud to be the first hospital network in the country to earn The Joint Commission Sustainable Healthcare Certification,” he said. Robert C. GarrettFACHE, Hackensack Meridian CEO health. “This prestigious recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability. As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, we recognize the importance of operating in a responsible and sustainable manner. This certification demonstrates our leadership in this important field and our dedication to protecting the health of our patients, communities, and planet for generations to come. ”
Network: Hackensack Meridian health has established itself as a national leader in sustainability. Recent achievements include:
- Started installing 30MW of on-site solar power generation and storage batteries
- I invested more than $116 million In energy efficient infrastructure upgrades
- Hackensack University Medical Center's Central Utility Plant achieved PEER Gold Certification, recognizing excellence in efficiency and resiliency.
- 100% of electronics purchased in 2022 were EPEAT certified
- It has been saved $1.71 million By reprocessing medical equipment and diverting 40,000 pounds from landfills
- 99% of furniture purchased was free of harmful chemicals
- 96.7% of cleaning products are third-party eco-logo certified (green)
Additionally, Hackensack Meridian is one of the first signatories of the White House and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Climate Change Pledge. health and the Joint Commission have each committed to reducing GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 and to net zero by 2050.
hackensack meridian health He is also a leader in health care equity. Four of his hospitals were among the first in the nation to meet Joint Commission goals. Healthcare Equity Certification At the end of 2023.
“The link between equity in health care and environmental sustainability is undeniable. Not everyone is equally at risk from the effects of climate change. , people who already have social determinants that negatively impact their health,” he says. Jonathan B. Perlin, MD, PhD, MSHA, MACP, FACMI, President and CEO of The Joint Commission Corporation. “Achieving the Joint Commission Healthcare Equity Certification and Sustainable Healthcare Certification is a testament to Hackensack Meridian Health’s leadership role and commitment to responsible and ethical practices.”
Free resources to support healthcare organizations' sustainability and equity efforts are available at: Joint Committee website.
about of Joint committee
Founded in 1951,Joint committeeworks with other stakeholders to continuously improve the public's health care by evaluating health care providers and encouraging them to excel in providing safe and effective care of the highest quality and value. We aim to improve. The Joint Commission accredits and accredits more than 22,000 healthcare organizations and programs. US. The Joint Commission, an independent, nonprofit organization, is the nation's oldest and largest standard-setting and accrediting organization in the medical field. For more information about the Joint Committee, please visit the following URL:www.jointcommission.org.
About Hackensack Meridian health
hackensack meridian health is a leading not-for-profit healthcare organization that is the world's largest, most comprehensive and truly integrated healthcare network. new jersey, providing a full range of medical services, innovative research and life-enhancing care. The network includes 18 hospitals and more than 500 patient care locations, including ambulatory care centers, surgery centers, home health services, ambulance services, air ambulance medical transport, rehabilitation centers, urgent care centers, and physician offices. , includes fitness and wellness. center. With more than 35,000 team members and his 7,000 physicians, Hackensack Meridian Health is a preeminent leader in medical philanthropy and is committed to the health and well-being of our entire community. new jersey.
Notable features of this network include having the only #1 ranked adult and children's hospital in the world. new jersey, rankings by US News & World Report, 2023-2024. Hackensack University Medical Center is nationally ranked in six of his specialties by U.S. News & World Report. For more information, please visit www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org.
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