Sustainability at Hackensack Meridian Health

Our Vision for a Healthier Future

At Hackensack Meridian Health, our commitment goes beyond providing exceptional health care. We're on a journey to transform health care through sustainable practices. Sustainability is rooted in our mission to enhance the quality of life for our patients, foster healthy communities, and bring greater value to health care.

History of Sustainabiilty

Learn about HMH's sustainability efforts over the years, along with their oucomes

Current and Future Initiatives

Exciting programs and investments in our community and environment to optimize sustainability.

Organizational Commitment

View our org charts and see how we've equipped ourselves with industry leaders to ensure we stay ahead of the trends.

“At Hackensack Meridian Health, we are committed to enhancing our patient’s quality of life, keeping our communities healthy, and delivering more value in health care as we embrace bold and innovative strategies to create a healthier planet.”

- Robert C. Garrett, CEO, Hackensack Meridian Health

Top 25 Hospitals in Environmental Excellence

In 2023, three Hackensack Meridian Health hospitals received a Top 25 Environmental Excellence Award, Practice Greenhealth's highest honor.

Hackensack University Medical Center

One of only two hospitals in the US and the only hospital in the tri-state area to receive this Top 25 award recognition for the ninth time, as well as a top 10 ranking in the category of 'Safer Chemicals, Sustainable Food, Sustainable Procurement'.

Jersey Shore University Medical Center

Third time receiving the Top 25 award, as well as recognition in the top 10 for 'Safer Chemicals, Sustainable Food, Sustainable Procurement, Leadership, Sustainable Procurement, Energy'.

Ocean University Medical Center

Second time receiving the Top 25 award, as well as a top 10 ranking in the category of 'Safer Chemicals, Sustainable Food, Sustainable Procurement, Leadership'.