OHSU's push for sustainability is in response to the desires of OHSU employees that continuing business as usual would result in significant increases in operating costs. Sustainability strives for a balance between Social, Environmental and Economic (SEE) needs. Pursuing sustainability benefits threefold: It allows for improving the environment while improving quality of life and the bottom line in the corporate world.

In 2004, OHSU started the The GreenTeam to promote environmental sustainability and enhancement at OHSU
through education, awareness and action. Learn more about the GreenTeam here.