Washington Hospital and Healthcare: Sustainable food policy

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This is a sustainable food policy from Washington Hospital and Healthcare.

In accordance with Washington Hospital Healthcare System’s Statement of Environmental Goals, we will strive to be an environmental leader in a manner that protects environmental and human health. In establishing a healthy and sustainable food policy, Washington Hospital recognizes its responsibility to carry out its procurement activities in an environmentally and socially responsible manner and similarly recognizes the considerable influence the Hospital has in being able to encourage healthy and sustainable food production and consumption. Washington Hospital incorporates environmental and social considerations into our product and service selection processes. The Hospital also strives to support local suppliers wherever possible and encourages them to participate in our procurement and tendering opportunities.

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