Category Archives: Green

Joan Gussow Addresses “Growing Older on a Changing Planet” at Healthsource Food Speaker Series

Posted on February 24, 2011 by

On February 9th I had the pleasure and privilege to introduce the first in our Healthsource food speaker series, Joan Gussow. Joan is a widely acclaimed nutrition educator who is credited for sharing her insights about sustainable food decades before … Continue reading →

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Tips on Preserving the Harvest from the “Gardening Guy”

Posted on July 30, 2010 by

  Diane Imrie So Henry Homeyer is a very cool guy; otherwise known as the Gardening Guy.  Henry spent a good part of the day two weeks ago at Fletcher Allen, generously sharing many of his gardening and food savings … Continue reading →

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Why Healthy, Sustainable Food Matters at Fletcher Allen

Posted on June 30, 2010 by

Fletcher Allen is committed to having the most sustainable health care food service in the country.  This is an ambitious goal, but as a health care provider, we have a responsibility to do so. The reason for this is simple; … Continue reading →

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Fletcher Allen is Going Green and Winning Accolades!

Posted on June 23, 2010 by

Fletcher Allen reporter Kim O’Leary interviewed Dawn LeBaron, Vice President of Hospital Services and Chair of Fletcher Allen’s Sustainability Council, about the hospital’s “green” commitment and recent environmental stewardship awards.  Why is Fletcher Allen working to be one of the … Continue reading →

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