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A new green standard for health care facilities
Michael Sheerin talks about the ASHRAE/ASHE Standard 189.3 sustainability document
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Sustainability
Energy efficiency
UMass Memorial Health Care launches energy plan for long-term sustainability
Health system starts with lighting upgrade, then expands to renewable energy, cogeneration plant
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Energy efficiency
Health system lightens up to cut energy use and improve security
McLaren Health Care launches lighting retrofit project expected to save $1.6 million annually
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Energy management
Not your father's energy management system
Advances in chillers, boilers and building automation prompt new thinking on health care energy investments
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News
ASHE accepting Energy to Care award nominations
Also this week: Studies address harmful bacteria in sink drains and on floors
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ASHE Perspective: Energy efficiency
Ideas for low- and no-cost health care energy-efficiency projects
A new ASHE toolkit can spur sustainability improvements while staying on budget
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Energy efficiency
Hospitals take advantage of energy-efficient upgrade incentives
Massachusetts General and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles undergo major LED retrofits for minimal cost
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Infrastructure
Health system cuts energy use with help from ASHE program
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center shows improved bottom line
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News
ASHE updates Energy to Care toolkit
Also this week: Organizations address fire safety and alarm fatigue
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Sustainability
Virginia Mason’s sustainability wins put it among elite health care organizations
Medical center's award-winning sustainability program draws international interest, wins awards
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