Introduction Healthcare costs across North America continue to rise at unsustainable rates. For hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs), and healthcare networks, this translates into increased pressure on operational budgets, limited capital for new technology,...
Introduction Hospitals are pillars of community health, but they’re also among the most resource-intensive buildings in the world. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, hospitals consume 2.5 times more energy per square foot than typical commercial...