PROVIDENCE | ESG REPORT | 12
WE ACT:
CHEMICALS
Reducing exposure to chemicals of concern is crucial
for protecting our patients, our caregivers and the
environment. At Providence, we are dedicated to
identifying the presence of these chemicals in our
services, to implementing safety measures, and to
replacing chemicals of concern whenever possible.
Our Environmentally Preferred Purchasing Policy
helps us make informed decisions when considering
new products.
Reducing emissions
In 2023, Providence ministries continued to reduce carbon
emissions from volatile anesthetic agents. Our goals are to
remove desflurane from our formulary, to improve efficient
use of other anesthetic agents, and to deactivate all piped
nitrous oxide supply systems by the end of 2024. In 2023,
we cut yearly greenhouse gas emissions from anesthesia by
73.6%, resulting in $2.2 million in annual savings.
A toolkit for change
Our Nitrous Oxide Toolkit, introduced in 2023, is guiding our
systemwide transition to a portable nitrous oxide supply.
We've made the toolkit available to other health systems
to encourage and support engagement in this shared
responsibility. Learn more at the Providence Center for
Environmental Stewardship.
n PROGRESS BY THE NUMBERS
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73.6% reduction in yearly
greenhouse gas emmissions from
anesthesia
+
$2.2 million saved annually
+
100% of all piped nitrous oxide
systems to be deactivated by the
end of 2024
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