University Hospital Waterford Earns Green ED Silver | Waterford News

University Hospital Waterford’s Emergency Department just earned a silver “Green ED” accreditation from the Royal College of Emergency Medicine — a national recognition for slashing its environmental footprint. Backed by the HSE and SPARK funding, this initiative is part of a nationwide push to make emergency care greener, with UHW’s onsite team led by Orla Kelly and Bianca van der Linde driving the change. The RCEM president praised their innovation, highlighting how climate impacts patients — making this win not just an award, but a powerful example of healthcare leadership. Five Irish EDs are now recognized, with four more joining the movement — proving sustainability in medicine is gaining serious momentum across the country. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a5dca760bcc5a27e