Reviewed Hospitals- Energy Use Options
Options below have reviewed by pollution prevention specialists. They are commonly recommended and implemented
for facilities. |
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| Conduct Baseline Assessment |
| Create a baseline of energy performance for your
healthcare facility using EPA’s benchmarking tool. |
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| Upgrades to Facility |
| Implement upgrades in the following areas.
a. Heating/ventilation upgrades
b. Air-side cooling economizer cycle
c. Programmable thermostats
d. Control ventilation rates to minimum requirements
e. Energy-efficient lighting upgrades
f. Lighting occupancy sensors |
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| Water Conservation |
| Implement some of the following water-efficient
equipment or practices.
a. Low-flow toilets
b. Low-flow faucets
c. Automatic faucet shut-off
d. Low-flow showerheads
e. Flow-control mechanisms
f. Recirculating cooling water
g. Recirculating sterilizer water
h. Kitchen equipment
i. Regular inspection and
repair of leaks
j. Landscaping/irrigation
k. Low-water, x-ray process |
