Key Takeaways
- Four Hackensack Meridian Health hospitals were named to Newsweek’s World’s Greenest Hospitals 2026 list, more than any other health network in New Jersey.
- Bayshore Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Jersey Shore University Medical Center and Riverview Medical Center received recognition.
- Newsweek and Statista evaluated more than 4,000 hospitals worldwide and ranked 250 hospitals across 36 countries.
- The ranking considers areas such as emissions, energy efficiency, waste management, water conservation and sustainability reporting.
- Hackensack Meridian Health hospitals also received environmental recognition from Practice Greenhealth earlier in 2026.
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Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s leading health network, is proud to announce that four of its hospitals have been named to Newsweek’s inaugural World’s Greenest Hospitals 2026 list, more than any other health network in New Jersey. The global ranking recognizes leading hospitals for their commitment to environmental sustainability and climate-conscious health care.
“Hackensack Meridian Health is proud to have four of our hospitals recognized among the world’s leaders in environmental sustainability,” said Robert C. Garrett, FACHE, chief executive officer of Hackensack Meridian Health. “This recognition reflects the dedication and innovation of our team members and our commitment to creating healthier environments for the patients and communities we serve. As we work to transform health care, sustainability remains an important part of how we enhance the quality of life for our patients and foster healthy communities.”
The Hackensack Meridian Health hospitals recognized include:
- Bayshore Medical Center
- Hackensack University Medical Center
- Jersey Shore University Medical Center
- Riverview Medical Center
Newsweek, in partnership with global data intelligence firm Statista, evaluated more than 4,000 hospitals worldwide for its first edition of the World’s Greenest Hospitals ranking, ultimately ranking 250 hospitals across 36 countries. The ranking evaluates hospitals based on sustainability performance data, an international survey of health care sustainability experts, certifications and accreditations, environmental achievements and recognitions, commitments and pledges, and transparency in sustainability reporting.
The ranking recognizes hospitals working to reduce their environmental footprint through efforts including reducing emissions, improving energy efficiency, responsibly managing waste, conserving water, and implementing innovative sustainability and governance practices.
“Environmental sustainability and health go hand in hand, and health care organizations have an important role to play in protecting both,” said Kyle Tafuri, vice president of sustainability, Hackensack Meridian Health. “Across our hospital network, we continue to reduce our environmental footprint, conserve resources, and prioritize sustainable practices in our daily operations. Having four of our hospitals recognized by Newsweek demonstrates the incredible progress our teams have made and motivates us to continue identifying ways to make health care more sustainable.”
The Newsweek recognition builds on Hackensack Meridian Health’s longstanding commitment to environmental leadership in the health care space. Earlier this year, the network and its hospitals were recognized by Practice Greenhealth, the nation’s leading sustainable health care organization, for environmental excellence. Four Hackensack Meridian Health hospitals received Practice Greenhealth’s prestigious Top 25 Environmental Excellence Award, with hospitals across the network also earning recognition in categories including chemicals, energy, governance and leadership, and sustainable procurement.
To view Newsweek’s World’s Greenest Hospitals 2026 list, click here.