Reducing plastic use in health care
In celebration of Plastic Free July, we are sharing the many creative ways we’ve reduced our reliance on single-use plastics across our health system.
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Environmental Stewardship
Content and stories about how Providence is investing to protect the climate
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Practice Greenhealth Awards empower sites and drive change
Working through the Practice Greenhealth Awards application process helps hospitals make changes to lead the way in environmental stewardship.
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Covenant Health Earns National Recognition for Sustainability Efforts
Two Covenant Health ministries earn Project Greenhealth awards for environmental stewardship.
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Spiritual care in times of climate change
Learn how the Laudato Si’ has impacted our communities and how spiritual care brings us hope in times of climate change.
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Celebrating Earth Day: Providence focuses on renewable energy
Providence celebrates Earth Day by continuing to track and mitigate energy emissions. We’re finding innovative ways to utilize renewable energy resources.
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We SHARE in advocacy and leadership for the common good
Providence advocates for environmental stewardship and climate justice by sharing resources and knowledge to inspire and support others.
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Providence caregivers drive environmental stewardship
Providence is a global leader in environmental stewardship thanks to the work of engaged caregivers at local levels.
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Looking forward: 2025 and beyond
Providence has bold environmental stewardship goals for 2025 and beyond, including continuing our work toward carbon negative by 2030.
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Environmental Stewardship at Providence: 2024 Year in Review
Providence is committed to work toward carbon negative by 2030. Learn what we achieved in 2024 thanks to our comprehensive Climate Action Plan.
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Innovation in data and tracking for environmental stewardship
Data is the foundation of Providence’s environmental stewardship goals. Learn how our innovative tracking methods drive change to help us reach our goals.
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Living our mission while planning for the future
Hear from the vice president of System Strategy and Planning at Providence to learn how strategic planning helps address and anticipate health care needs.
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Providence releases 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance report
From environmental stewardship to health equity, Providence is bringing environment, social and governance work to the forefront. Learn more.
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How Providence is reducing chemical GHG emissions in health care
Curbing a major source of health care greenhouse gas emissions, Providence is finding innovative ways to reduce chemical use without impacting patient care.
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Decarbonization in action: Shifting to renewable electricity for heating hospital buildings
Learn how Providence St. Peter Hospital is planning for decarbonization by electrifying its heating systems across its hospitals.
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Bloomberg Green Festival: Engaging leaders for climate solutions
As a partner of the Bloomberg Green Festival, Providence is collaborating with local and national leaders on innovative climate change solutions.
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Climate justice is a health issue
Climate change doesn’t impact all communities equally. Learn how Providence is working to increase health equity by building more resilient communities.
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Curbing the impacts of climate on health
Learn how Providence is leading the health care sector to lower the effects of climate change on the health of our planet and the people who live on it.
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Celebrating stewardship: Honoring Practice Greenhealth winners
Providence hospitals earned 55 Practice Greenhealth Awards in 2024. Learn more about the work these sites are doing to make health care more sustainable.
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Providence Alaska Medical Center recognized for commitment to sustainability, energy reduction
Practice Greenhealth has recognized Providence Alaska Medical Center with the Greenhealth Emerald Award and Greening the Operating Room Award.
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Curbing carbon emissions with efficient and renewable energy
Hospitals use a lot of energy. Providence is finding ways to cut that use with efficient, renewable alternatives that enhance patient care and comfort.
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