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.
“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 2025, three Hackensack Meridian Health hospitals received a Top 25 Environmental Excellence Award, Practice Greenhealth's highest honor.
Fourth time receiving the Top 25 award, as well as recognition in the top 10 for 'Safer Chemicals, Sustainable Food, and Leadership.
Second time receiving the Top 25 award, as well as recognition in the top 10 for Leadership.
HMH Sustainability in the News
- Hackensack takes fight for safer chemical regulations to Congress
- The Healthcare industry must lead the way
- HMH Hospitals Recognized Among Top Hospitals in the Nation for Environmental Excellence by Practice Greenhealth
- HMH and its Hospitals Recognized by Practice Greenhealth for Environmental Excellence
- Hackensack University Medical Center’s Central Utility Plant Awarded Performance Excellence in Electricity Renewal (PEER) Certification