Philadelphia Health Systems Join Forces to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Main Line Health and Jefferson Health Take Action

Health Sector Climate Pledge: Two Philadelphia-Area Health Systems Join Forces to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

In recent years, Main Line Health and Jefferson Health, two prominent health systems in the Philadelphia area, have announced their commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Both organizations have taken significant steps towards achieving this goal, with Main Line Health signing on to the Health Sector Climate Pledge and Jefferson Health focusing on specific areas of improvement as part of a sustainability initiative led by The Joint Commission.

The Health Sector Climate Pledge is an initiative that aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and completely eliminate emissions by 2050. This ambitious goal has gained support from over 130 health organizations nationwide, including Penn Medicine, which has also joined forces with the pledge. By committing to this initiative, these health systems are taking a proactive approach to address their environmental impact and promote a healthier planet for future generations.

Jefferson Health is also working towards reducing its greenhouse gas emissions as part of its sustainability initiative led by The Joint Commission. The Sustainable Healthcare Certification from The Joint Commission acknowledges hospital systems that are dedicated to reducing waste and pollution by targeting at least three sources of greenhouse gas emissions. Specifically, Jefferson Health is focusing on decreasing electricity, natural gas, and vehicle fuel usage across its hospitals located in Philadelphia, Bucks and Montgomery Counties, as well as South Jersey. By taking these proactive steps towards sustainability, Jefferson Health is demonstrating its commitment to promoting a cleaner and greener future for all patients and communities it serves.