Morton Medical Centre wins three awards for climate leadership
Morton Medical Centre has received three prestigious awards from Green Economy Peterborough and Green Economy Canada, recognizing its commitment to sustainability and leadership in climate action.
At Green Economy Peterborough’s 4th annual Leadership in Sustainability Awards & Celebration held on June 12, 2025, Morton Medical Centre was honoured with two local awards:
Leadership in Collaboration — For partnering with GreenUP to develop a Small Business Energy Efficiency Pilot, which included identifying technical upgrades to reduce natural gas and electricity use, and engaging tenants and staff in behavioural and operational energy-saving strategies.
Rookie of the Year, Green Economy Peterborough — Awarded to a new member that has shown exceptional commitment to measuring and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Members of the Morton Medical Centre Property Committee (from left: Susan McMaster, Guy Hanchet, Committee Chair; Mary Ferguson-Pare; and David Bignell, Board Chair) proudly display awards from Green Economy Peterborough and Green Economy Canada.
In addition to the local recognition, Morton Medical Centre was also named Rookie of the Year by Green Economy Canada, a national award that celebrates businesses across Canada leading the way in environmental sustainability.
“Receiving this recognition from Green Economy Peterborough is both humbling and motivating,” said Guy Hanchet, Property Committee Chair, Morton Medical Centre. “Our Committee is working hard to make the Morton Medical Centre a little greener, and it’s wonderful to see that effort acknowledged. We’re excited to keep building on this progress for the good of our community.”
“We’re excited to keep building on this progress for the good of our community.”
Since joining Green Economy Peterborough, Morton Medical Centre has completed a comprehensive carbon footprint assessment and taken action to improve the energy efficiency of its facility. The centre’s efforts not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions but also inspire other small businesses to adopt sustainable practices.