Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s leading health network, recently announced that four of its hospitals were named to Newsweek’s inaugural World’s Greenest Hospitals 2026 list. The recognition highlights hospitals that have made a commitment to environment sustainability and climate-conscious 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 four hospitals that were recognized can be found listed below.
- Bayshore Medical Center
- Hackensack University Medical Center
- Jersey Shore University Medical Center
- Riverview Medical Center
Newsweek, in collaboration with global data intelligence firm Statista, evaluated more than 4,000 hospitals across the globe for the first edition of its World’s Greenest Hospitals ranking. The final list consists of 250 hospitals that span throughout 36 different countries. Hospitals are evaluated based on sustainability performance data, an international survey of health care sustainability experts, certifications and accreditations, environmental achievements, commitments and transparency in sustainability reporting. The ranking looks at hospitals that are working to reduce their carbon footprint through many different ways, including reducing emissions, improving energy efficiency, 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 recognition further solidifies Hackensack Meridian Health’s commitment to environment leadership in health care throughout New Jersey.