CSI Lombard Memorial (Mission) Hospital, Udupi, has been honoured with the HELP Sustainability Excellence Award 2026 for Best Green Energy Efficiency Practices, a national-level recognition presented by the Health and Environment Leadership Platform (H.E.L.P.) for promoting sustainable healthcare.

Hospital director Sushil Jathanna received the award at the HELP International Conference held in Hyderabad recently. With the healthcare sector accounting for an estimated 4.5% to 5% of global greenhouse gas emissions, environmental sustainability has become a key priority for healthcare organisations worldwide.

Many hospitals are aligning their operations with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through measures aimed at reducing their environmental footprint. The award recognises hospitals that have demonstrated exemplary leadership and measurable results in energy efficiency, renewable energy adoption and resource conservation.

The recognition follows the hospital’s implementation of its INSPIRE Green Hospital Project, launched in June 2024 to reduce the environmental impact of healthcare services. As part of the initiative, the hospital installed solar power systems, carried out carbon footprint assessment, introduced energy and water conservation measures, strengthened waste segregation and management practices, promoted campus greening and biodiversity conservation, and created awareness about climate change and sustainability.

Expressing happiness over the achievement, Dr. Jathanna said, “This award is a proud recognition of our commitment to environmentally responsible healthcare.” He also acknowledged the support of the Lombard Foundation, Switzerland, and its advisers in helping the hospital achieve important sustainability milestones.