Gundersen became the first health system in the nation to produce more energy than it consumed, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, Wis., hit its net zero goal when it became the first health system in the nation to produce more energy than it consumed, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website. The system's renewal project allowed it to improve operations while also bringing its main campus in line with its broader sustainability initiatives, the article said.
February 20, 2015
Topic Area: Sustainable Operations
Why More Facilities are Adding Gender Neutral RestroomsGender neutral restrooms help avoid controversy in public facilities.
Massachusetts Hospital Cyberattack Reflects Growing Vulnerability in Healthcare SystemsAs outages disrupt patient care and emergency services, facility leaders are reminded that cybersecurity is a shared responsibility.
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Novant Health Breaks Ground on Summers Corner Healthcare Hub