In the News

The UPMC Center for Sustainability continues to make headlines and receive recognition for its environmental stewardship and commitment to waste reduction.

Stay up to date on the latest stories, announcements, and initiatives about our vision for more sustainable operations, services, and communities.

Awards

2026 Sustainability Champion Award

UPMC Northwest received the Sustainability Champion Award, recognizing its leadership in health care sustainability and its commitment to advancing environmental stewardship and sustainable practices.

2026 Sustained Performance Award

UPMC Mercy and UPMC Northwest earned the Sustained Performance Award for their ongoing commitment to advancing sustainability and creating healthier, more resilient communities.

2026 Greenhealth Champion Award

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital and UPMC Shadyside earned the 2026 Greenhealth Partner for Change Award, recognizing their leadership and achievements in environmental sustainability.

2026 Pennsylvania Recycling Stewardship Award

UPMC Center for Sustainability received the 2026 Pennsylvania Recycling Stewardship Award, recognizing its outstanding commitment to sustainability, recycling, waste reduction, reuse, and environmental innovation across Pennsylvania.

News Articles

• UPMC Cole to Build Landmark Solar Farm, Advancing Sustainability and Community Investment (UPMC Media)
• UPMC Cole to Build Solar Farm (NorthCentralPA.com)
• UPMC Expands Renewable Energy Footprint with First Solar Farm (Pittsburgh Business Times)
• UPMC Program Connects Pittsburgh-Area Farms, Nonprofits to Fight Hunger and Food Waste (KDKA)

24 Projects in 2024

UPMC is highlighting current sustainability projects throughout 2024. View and download the initial PDFs.