Environmental Stewardship
The Ottawa Hospital recognizes the connection between the well-being of its patients and staff and the broader health of the environment.
Environmental sustainability
We are committed to sustainable health-care practices and making a positive contribution to a healthier planet.
TOH is committed to improving environmental stewardship throughout the organization, delivering services to our patients in ways that promote a clean environment and minimize our impact. Moving toward more sustainable practices will help safeguard natural resources, generate lasting financial benefits, and improve the overall health and safety of our hospital environment.
Environmental sustainability strategy
Hybrid framework
The Ottawa Hospital has developed, in consultation with staff and community partners, a hybrid framework, identifying six key areas of focus for impact:
Health and Wellness
Carbon and Climate
Community and Economy
Ecology and Nature
Water
Resources and Waste
Environmental Excellence Awards
At The Ottawa Hospital, we strive to be leaders in environmental stewardship in health care—to become a leader in sustainable health care, applying principles of planetary health to improve the well-being of our patients and our community, and contribute positively to a healthier planet.
The hospital has been recognized as a leader in sustainable health care by the following international awards:
2021 Green Health Care Award for Top Performer in Water (Canada-wide)
2021 Honourable Mention for Green Health Care Award in Waste (Canada-wide)
2021 Honourable Mention Green Health Care Award in Leadership (Canada-wide)
Interested in learning more?
Program highlights
Our initiatives and programs are working to reduce our environmental impact.
Our team
Many groups within the hospital are working on conservation, waste reduction and sustainability.
Contact us
Contact the Environmental Sustainability team with any questions or ideas by emailing:
Get Involved
The Ottawa Hospital strives to be an active part of our community and you can play an integral role in helping make that happen. By donating, volunteering or participating in research, you’re helping The Ottawa Hospital deliver the kind of health care we all want for our loved ones.