The Giving Trees
Stanford’s on-site milling program transforms fallen limbs into campus benches and student art–providing the campus community a sustainable alternative to imported lumber.
Stanford Health Care has been recognized by the Joint Commission, an organization that accredits healthcare organizations, as a leader in sustainability by receiving one of the first certificates in Sustainable Healthcare. The health care sector represents an enormous opportunity for sustainability wins, given that 8.5% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. are caused by the health care system. Stanford Healthcare is taking strides towards sustainability by setting ambitious goals and taking actionable steps towards reducing energy usage and eliminating waste by switching to reusables. Learn more about Stanford Healthcare’s sustainability targets and initiatives in the full article from Stanford Medicine.
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From stakeholders’ willingness for trade-offs to a green game plan, the student interns and fellows presented on their operational accomplishments from the year.