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Our Sustainability Journey

While healthcare’s mission is to protect and promote health, it contributes significantly to the climate crisis which has a negative impact on health. ​

​If the global healthcare sector were a country, it would be the 5th-largest emitter of greenhouse gases, responsible for 4.4% of global net emissions (Health Care Without Harm, 2019).

Given healthcare’s core mission and the principle of “first, do no harm” in the Hippocratic Oath, we must take proactive steps to mitigate the unintended environmental impact of healthcare operations.​

At TTSH, we believe that caring for our patients also means caring for the planet. Our sustainability journey is rooted in our commitment to health - of people and the environment. We are dedicated to reducing our environmental footprint while continuing to deliver high-quality care, and we invite our community to join us in building a healthier, more sustainable future.​

GreenGov.SG 2030 Targets​

  • ​10% improvement ​in energy utilisation index (EUI) 1 from 2018 - 2020 levels
  • ​10% improvement ​in water efficiency index (EUI) 2 from 2018 - 2020 levels
  • 30% improvement ​in waste disposal index (WDI) 3 from 2022 levels
  • ​Peak public emissions around 2025

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TTSH ESG Statement of Intent

As a responsible healthcare provider, we are committed to integrating Sustainable Healthcare into every facet of our operations.

Environmental

  • Reduce our carbon footprint
  • Conserve natural resources
  • Promote environmental sustainability

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Social

  • Foster a culture of compassion and inclusivity
  • Provide equitable and accessible healthcare services

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Governance​

  • Uphold the highest standards of ethical governance, tr​​ansparency, and accountability

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This statement outlines our commitment to Sustainable Healthcare in ensuring no harm and doing what is right by our people, and our community, for generations to come.​

TTSH Sustainability Framework

TTSH's Sustainability Framework outlines our key focus areas, charting the hospital's path towards sustainable healthcare delivery through cultural, infrastructural, workforce, and clinical initiatives.​

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Framework of approach for Healthcare Sustainability in TTSH​


  • Promote a culture of compassion and inclusivity


  • Drive greener clinical practice & care delivery


  • Build resilient and sustainable infrastructure


  • Nurture an engaged and empowered workforce

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By focusing on sustainability measures to reduce carbon emissions, wastage and enhance energy savings, we continuously strive to care for the environment that we care, work and live in.​

We are the first acute hospital to be awarded the prestigious Building Construction Authority’s (BCA) Green Mark Platinum Super Low Energy (SLE) rating for our main building.​

This accolade recognises our efforts to retrofit our over 25-year-old building with innovative sustainability technologies resulting in energy efficiency improvement and minimise waste.

We also bagged the BCA Health and Well-Being badge for improving the mental, physical and social well-being for our patients and staff through wellness campaigns and creating good green community spaces.​ ​ ​

Watch this video to understand how we are creating impact for a green sustainable future.

#HealthforGenerations

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TTSH held our inaugural Earth Day 2025 event on 22 and 23 April 2025! Themed "Sustainable Living and Healthcare," the event's slogan was "Better Earth, Better Health." Participants were inspired to take on lifestyle and behavioural changes that would help to conserve our planet's precious resources, fostering a culture of sustainable living and healthcare.

Throughout the event, participants were engaged and learnt the actionable steps that could be taken together. The event included a thoughtfully organised layout featuring main and secondary educational exhibits, interactive engagement counters for meaningful discussions, co-creation artifacts, and a commitment wall where participants could pledge their forward sustainability goals.​



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Tan Tock Seng Hospital was featured by Geneva Sustainability Centr​​e (GSC) on the International Hospital Federation (IHF).



















2025/12/29
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