Sheba’s Goals
Toward a Sustainable Future
Our Commitment
As one of the world’s leading medical centers in patient care, medical research, innovation and the training and education of future generations of healthcare personnel, we believe that it is incumbent upon us to pursue an active role in creating sustainable human and environmental health, for the future of the community and society in Israel and globally.
Recognizing that healthcare services require a paradigm shift toward more sustainable, environmental solutions, Sheba, Israel’s City of Health, aims to spearhead change and initiate a new direction for the healthcare system. As a microcosm of Israeli society, Sheba aims to pursue the essential transformation towards an environmentally responsible medical center, while fostering social responsibility and promoting harmony across various sectors.
Esg at Sheba
Environmental
We are dedicated to minimizing our environmental footprint, to responsible use of resources, and to addressing the climate crisis. We do this by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, and waste; developing green buildings; fostering an environmentally responsible supply chain; and enhancing our resilience to the impacts of climate change.
We are committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
Social
We are committed to fostering a diverse, empowering, and inclusive workplace that supports social cohesion and is free from discrimination. We prioritize providing our employees with opportunities to develop cutting-edge knowledge and skills, supporting their continuous growth and professional development. We are dedicated to promoting health equity and accessibility and strive to ensure all individuals receive world-class healthcare.
Governance
We maintain the highest standards of governance, adhering to all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards. We ensure management’s professional independence, drive continuous improvement through regular self-assessment, and maintain transparency with the public.
Recognition
Our sustainability efforts are acknowledged at the international level. In 2026, Sheba was named the only Israeli hospital on Newsweek and Statista’s first-ever World’s Greenest Hospitals list, joining leading medical institutions from 36 countries worldwide. The distinction, earned following a rigorous, multifaceted evaluation process, reflects our sustained work in preserving the planet we all share.
OUR
IMPACT
Environmental Impact
Decrease in carbon intensity (tCO₂e/visits) in 2024
- 3% reduction in water consumption from 2023 to 2024
- 5% reduction in GHG emissions from electricity consumption in 2024 through a gradual shift from natural gas
- 1,726 tons of CO2 saved through avoided travel via Sheba’s virtual hospital, Beyond
- 1,000 trees planted as part of our 2,000-tree, 5-year commitment
- 50% reduction in paper consumption since 2019 through our paperless hospital initiative
- 1 in 9 meals served to patients were not eaten, down from 1 in 4 in 2022
People & Workplace
Middle management positions held by women
In 2023-2024
- 9.6% employee turnover rate in 2024, compared to a global healthcare sector average of 20%
- 94.5% of employees on permanent contracts
- 97% of employees directly employed by Sheba
- 0.61% Lost Time Injury Rate (LTIR) in 2024, improved from 0.87% in 2023
- 98% retention rate for new mothers and 100% for new fathers in 2024
- 13 family members of employees with disabilities successfully integrated into Sheba’s workforce in 2023
Governance & Compliance
data breaches or patient information leaks
regulatory violations
Leading Sustainable Healthcare:
Sheba’s ESG Report
2023-2024
In a world facing growing environmental, social, and ethical challenges, we at Sheba Medical Center understand that our mission goes far beyond providing world-class medical care. As the largest and most advanced medical center in Israel, and a recognized global healthcare leader, we have a responsibility — and an opportunity — to drive positive change that reaches well beyond our borders.
We are proud to present Sheba’s sustainability healthcare first report. This groundbreaking step reflects our long-standing commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership not only in medicine but also in sustainability, equity, inclusion, and transparency.
Sustainability is not a trend. It is a mindset — a declaration that healthcare must care for the planet, respect and uplift every individual, and be governed with integrity. These values are deeply rooted in Sheba’s DNA. Our vision, “Hope Without Boundaries,” now extends to how we protect our environment, empower our diverse communities, and operate responsibly in an ever-changing world.
As we embark on this journey, we do so with humility, determination, and the belief that healthcare systems can — and must — lead the way. Sheba will continue to pioneer, to influence, and to build a sustainable future for generations to come.
This report is only the beginning.
Prof. Yitshak Kreiss
Director General, Sheba Medical Center
Our Contribution to the
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Good Health & Wellbeing
We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of healthcare and making it accessible to all. We offer a holistic approach to patient care, addressing both medical and emotional needs. We have programs that offer tailored support to diverse and marginalized communities in Israel, and also deliver humanitarian aid and disaster response globally. Through Sheba BEYOND, Israel’s first virtual hospital, and our broad telehealth services, we ensure patients receive medical care, regardless of location. This includes reaching individuals in geographic and social peripheries, enhancing access to quality healthcare and promoting overall well-being.
Quality Education
Gender Equality
Sustainable Water Resources and Sanitary Infrastructure
Decent Work & Economic Growth
We believe that health is an investment, not a cost, and serves as the foundation for a growing, fair, and prosperous society. We invest significantly in medical innovation, and in the past year, startups in Sheba’s investment portfolio were sold for nearly $1 billion.
Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
Reduced Inequalities
Sustainable Cities & Communities
Climate Action
Partnerships for the Goals
Sheba collaborates with diverse healthcare professionals, providers, startups and business organizations globally to promote equitable and accessible quality healthcare as well as economic growth. We established the Future of Health Community forum, which fosters international collaboration for healthcare innovation, and are members of Global Green and Healthy Hospitals network. In addition, The Humanitarian & Disaster Response Center (HDRC) at Sheba sends missions to guide and aid local medical teams around the world.
