As employees at Texas Children’s, we go green every day. Our eco-friendly programs help us reduce medical waste, conserve energy, enhance recycling and save significant dollars on operational costs. But, have you ever wondered how you and your family can go green?
Then, don’t forget to mark your calendar for Texas Children’s Earth Day celebration!
On Friday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Green Team will host two exciting and informative events on Earth Day – one on The Auxiliary Bridge at Main Campus and one at Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus.
Below is a preview of the Earth Day activities slated for Main and West Campuses, including some pretty cool giveaways for attendees:
Vendors
Dozens of vendors will provide eco-friendly, cost-saving tips to employees including how to become more energy efficient, tips on eating green and growing an organic garden, and ways for everyone to reduce waste and recycle more to promote a cleaner, healthier planet. At Main Campus, HEB Buddy will make a special appearance. Click here to see a complete list of vendors at Main and West campuses.
Green Team booth
The Green Team will be handing out customized Green Team water bottles and seeded confetti packets at the Green Team tables – so be sure to get there early since supplies are limited. The Green Team also will introduce Texas Children’s new alkaline battery recycling initiative that will be launched this summer. And, there will be a trivia game to test your knowledge on tips to go green for a chance to win prizes.
Safe disposal of expired medications
Pharmacy will be hosting the Medication Disposal and Medication Take Back Program. Please bring expired or unused medications for proper disposal at the event.
Tree planting
10 a.m. – West Campus President Chanda Cashen Chacon and Vice President Matt Schaefer will plant a tree on the lake shoreline about 20 feet from last year’s West Campus tree planting. A surprise guest will be part of the tree planting festivities.
3 p.m. – Executive Vice President John Nickens will plant the second tree in front of the Feigin Center on Holcombe Boulevard.
The trees for both events were generously donated by Trees for Houston.
Let the countdown begin…..
The Green Team looks forward to seeing everyone there! To reach out to the Green Team with your green ideas or ideas we should consider for the next Earth Day celebration, email teamgreen@texaschildrens.org