Stony Brook University Hospital has been recognized as one of the Top 25 Hospitals in the United States for its commitment to environmental excellence. This recognition is based on a comprehensive scoring system that evaluates success and performance across various sustainability programs, including leadership, waste management, chemical use, operating room practices, food services, sustainable procurement, energy usage, water conservation, climate initiatives, transportation solutions, and green building efforts.
The award from Practice Greenhealth is considered the highest honor for the Partner for Change application and acknowledges exceptional achievement in healthcare environmental sustainability. Stony Brook University Hospital's multi-disciplinary approach to reducing its environmental footprint has also earned it Circles of Excellence awards in Chemicals, Sustainable Procurement, Energy, and Green Building. These awards are given to the top ten hospitals excelling in each area of sustainability impact.
Carol Gomes, Chief Executive Officer of Stony Brook University Hospital, expressed pride in the hospital's achievements: “Our sustainability successes come from many passionate employees working to make our hospital a leader in providing world-class healthcare while ensuring our resources are used efficiently to minimize our impact on the environment.” She praised the dedication and hard work of Stony Brook Medicine faculty and staff in advancing environmental excellence within healthcare.
Practice Greenhealth is a leading organization focused on sustainable healthcare solutions and supports over 1,700 hospitals and health systems across North America.
Stony Brook University Hospital serves as Long Island’s premier academic health center with 624 beds. It functions as the region’s only tertiary care center and Regional Trauma Center. The hospital includes specialized institutes such as the Heart Institute, Cancer Center, Children’s Hospital, Neurosciences Institute, and several state-designated centers.
For more information about Stony Brook Medicine’s sustainability efforts or Practice Greenhealth's initiatives, interested parties can visit their respective websites.