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| Back Story | |
 OHSU's push for sustainability is in response to the desires of OHSU employees that continuing business as usual would result in significant increases in operating costs. Sustainability strives for a balance between Social, Environmental and Economic (SEE) needs. Pursuing sustainability benefits threefold: It allows for improving the environment while improving quality of life and the bottom line in the corporate world.Since our inception in 2004, member participation is voluntary, and varies widely; from 'interested parties' who submit ideas via the web site, to 'active members' who attend the monthly meetings and may participate in focused TaskTeams, event planning, grant/project research, and/or local outreach. The underlying acceptance of risk (while planning for it as well) is essential to upholding our reputation as a cutting-edge leader locally, nationally and throughout the world. OHSU is considered a beacon of hope and healing on the West Hills skyline and we lay the path with a clear and navigational trail for others to pursue. The GreenTeam is responsible for:
The GreenTeam is responsible for applying “Healing, Teaching, and Discovery” to lessening our impact on human and environmental health, while paying attention to the financial impact of suggested practices. OHSU manages its operations in a manner demonstrably protective of human health and the environment. OHSU seeks new and better ways to meet its environmental goals through conservation, reduction, reuse and recycling programs. OHSU is committed to improving environmental management in its hospitals and to partnering with others in its community to safeguard the environment. Annual Report 2007 Annual Report 2006 Annual Report 2005 Annual Report |
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| Accolades, Recognitions & Partnerships | |
 OHSU Wins 2007 Healthcare without Harm Environmental Leadership award, the highest award given! |
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| OHSU Wins 3rd place for City of Portland's 2006 Environmental Achievement award |
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| OHSU Wins grant to head up DEQ and EPA Clean Diesel pilot program |
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| OHSU Wins 2006 Hospitals for a Healthy Environment (H2E) Partners for Change award |
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| New 3rd Floor Cafeteria “Pulper” Comes Online & Composting with Cedar Grove |
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| OHSU Wins 2004 City of Portland Award for Environmental Excellence |
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| OHSU Joins World Renowned The Natural Step |
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| OHSU Partners with World Village Network to Recycle Cell Phones and PDA's |
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The GreenTeam promotes environmental sustainability and enhancement at OHSU
through education, awareness and action.
through education, awareness and action.