August 25, 2025- CommonSpirit Health announced that 13 of its hospitals earned Practice Greenhealth Environmental Excellence Awardsopens in a new tab. CommonSpirit Health has long championed environmental sustainability, with a key objective of reducing emissions by 40% by 2030. CommonSpirit’s environmental stewardship initiatives also include goals to increase use of renewable energy by 20%, and decrease energy and water consumption by 25% by 2030.
“Sustainability is essential to better care for our patients, communities, and planet,” said Sister Mary Ellen Leciejewski, OP, system vice president of environmental sustainability at CommonSpirit Health. “The leadership and daily actions of our staff have helped us create a healthier world and commit to a sustainable and vibrant healthcare system.”
Each year, US hospitals generate around five tons of waste. The Practice Greenhealth Environmental Excellence Awards recognize health care facilities and health systems for their commitment to environmental stewardship and their sustainability achievements.
Facilities are awarded either the Greenhealth Emerald Award, which recognizes the top 20 percent of applicants and is focused on advanc