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Check out this article exploring practical strategies for decarbonizing hospital facilities, sharing real-world challenges and offering solutions that prioritize both sustainability and quality of care. Features our experts Duane Waite and Khaja Hussain Syed, P.Eng with proven solutions offered to our clients. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gEAhMvfT

Discover how hospitals can heal both patients and the planet. By integrating sustainable practices, healthcare facilities can greatly reduce emissions, enhance waste management, and improve patient recovery outcomes. Explore these challenges and solutions in today's blog. #Sustainability #Healthcare #GreenHospitals #ClimateAction #SustainableHealth https://hubs.la/Q02CFTfH0

Did you know hospitals can heal both people and the planet? 🌍 By going green, they can cut emissions, handle waste better, and boost patient recovery. Check out our blog for all the details! #Sustainability #Healthcare #GreenHospitals #ClimateAction #SustainableHealth https://hubs.la/Q02CFPVp0

Hospitals save lives—but at what cost to the planet? 🌍 Did you know hospitals are responsible for 8% of greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S.? They also consume massive amounts of water and energy while generating millions of tons of waste annually. These staggering numbers highlight the environmental impact of an industry focused on healing people. But here’s the inspiring part: Sustainability and exceptional patient care can go hand-in-hand. In my latest blog, we explore: ✅ Why hospital sustainability matters. ✅ The challenges of balancing patient care with green initiatives. ✅ Real strategies hospitals can adopt to reduce waste, save energy, and cut costs—without compromising care. Plus, we share success stories of hospitals already leading the way toward a greener, healthier future. 🌟 Here’s the bottom line: A healthier planet means healthier people. Hospitals have the unique opportunity to spearhead impactful environmental change. 📖 Curious about the actionable steps your hospital can take? Dive into the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/g8kJEScQ 💬 Let’s spark the conversation: What sustainability efforts are you most excited to see in healthcare? #Sustainability #HealthcareInnovation #HospitalsGoingGreen

🌱 Building Resilient Healthcare: The Rising Need for Green Hospitals 🌱 I recently came across an interesting article that highlights the urgent need for green hospitals—a topic that's becoming increasingly relevant in today's world. Private equity is increasingly turning its attention to healthcare, with nearly €9 billion invested across 154 deals in Europe by August 2024. But beyond high returns, there’s a growing focus on sustainable healthcare infrastructure as investors respond to the urgent need for greener hospitals. 💡 Why does this matter? Research reveals that 1 in 12 hospitals globally are at risk of shutdown due to severe weather events like heat waves, storms, and floods. The Cross Dependency Initiative (XDI) warns that if greenhouse gas emissions aren't drastically cut, over 16,000 hospitals could face high risks by 2100—including those in Europe, which has already seen extreme temperatures impacting hospital operations. The UK being one of 5 countries with the most high risk hospitals in Europe. 🏥 What can be done? Natasha Nelson, CTO for Services at Schneider Electric, highlights innovative strategies to boost hospital resilience, such as: Smart Sensors & Predictive Monitoring: Used in Helsinki’s Uusimaa Hospital District (HUS), these technologies have reduced water, raw material, and CO2 consumption by up to 90% while extending equipment life by 25%. Microgrids & Renewable Energy: Integrating renewable sources helps maintain reliable power during weather-induced outages. Digital Solutions & AI: Advanced analytics, lifecycle digitalisation, and AI are key to optimising hospital operations, enhancing safety, and improving performance. Nelson envisions future healthcare facilities as care-centric, hyper-efficient, and sustainable, equipped with adaptable digital solutions and expert consultation. To achieve this vision, investors must prioritise building resilient infrastructure that can withstand climate risks and ensure continuity of care. 🌐 The time to invest in green hospitals is now. Let’s create healthcare systems that are not only sustainable but also resilient enough to face the climate challenges ahead. What are your thoughts on the need for Greener Hospitals? Drop your comments below.. #SustainableHealthcare #GreenHospitals #ClimateResilience #HealthcareInnovation #ESGInvesting

If you're passionate about making hospitals more sustainable, this one's for you.   Join us for the latest RETHINK Live session, where our expert speakers will dive into practical strategies that help hospitals reduce energy usage, cut costs, and lower their carbon footprint.  We’ll cover the impact of the EU’s Green Deal on hospital systems, explore real-world energy-saving successes, and discuss how electrification technologies can make a big difference.  Here are the highlights:   💡 Andrea Voigt from Danfoss will explain how the EU’s Green Deal shapes heating and cooling.   💡 Jesper Møller-Iversen and Martin Brander will share a hospital case study showing results you can replicate.   💡 Nicolas Kastberg from Energy Machines will talk about electrification and cutting operational costs.  When? This Friday, October 4, at 1 pm CET. ⏰  This is a great chance to learn and ask questions about sustainable hospital solutions. Let’s take steps toward a greener healthcare future together! https://bit.ly/3TMeUM7 #SustainableHospitals #EnergyEfficiency #DanfossClimateSolutions #RETHINKLive 

Interesting article on Hospital future design

Did you know that hospitals are currently the second most energy-intensive building type in the U.S., with heating, cooling, and ventilation comprising 52% of their energy use? For healthcare facilities around the U.S., a path towards decarbonizing heating and cooling is in reach. We’re proud to offer carbon-free eSteam™—a game-changing solution designed to meet the unique needs of hospitals, laboratories, and healthcare systems. With eSteam™, healthcare facilities can: 🏥 Deliver uninterrupted energy service to support hospital needs such as tool sterilization and equipment operations 💡 Lower energy intensity and create a path to decarbonize operations 🌎 Meet sustainability goals and building performance standard requirements Learn more about how eSteam™ is transforming energy use for healthcare facilities: https://lnkd.in/eRTjR2Zp

Climate-Resilient Healthcare Design: Five Key Strategies https://lnkd.in/gzbG5uSy #resiliencydesign #greenhousegas #netzerocarbon #resiliency #healtcaredesign #healthcarefacility #greenbuilding

Hospitals are focusing on decarbonization to meet 2050 emissions reduction goals. However, healthcare facilities are unique in their operational needs, requiring continuous function even during catastrophic events. Electrification, while appealing for emissions reductions, often presents challenges such as increased grid demand, higher costs for larger electrical systems, and operational complexities. Designing for peak demand and resilience may require a balance between electrification and the use of fossil fuels, especially during extreme conditions, to avoid overburdening electrical infrastructure and hospital budgets. A more practical approach to decarbonizing hospitals involves right-sizing systems for day-to-day operations, using energy-efficient designs, and flattening electrical demand through technology like thermal energy storage. Anticipating potential complications and future-proofing with modular designs can help hospitals transition to nearly full electrification over time without overwhelming current systems. This strategy allows healthcare facilities to reduce emissions without excessive costs while ensuring they remain operational during emergencies, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable healthcare future. Read the entire article: https://lnkd.in/gGDResdU Published by: Building Design & Construction - BDC Authors: Tariq Amlani, Cyrus Jeejeebhoy, and Elmira Reisi #Hospitals #Decarbonization #Healthcare #EMA