Infographic / Focus: Energy Efficiency

Healthcare energy use/strategies illustrated

Infographic includes statistics regarding energy usage in healthcare facilities and the adoption rate of various energy-saving technologies and strategies.


Did you know that healthcare facilities use 9 percent of all commercial energy consumption in the U.S. and the energy use intensity (Btu/sq. ft./year) of inpatient healthcare facilities is second only to fast food establishments? Check out the below infographic for more statistics regarding energy usage in healthcare facilities and the adoption rate of various energy-saving technologies and strategies.
 
This infographic was compiled and illustrated by the team at Computrols, Inc. Computrols manufactures building automation controls that support a number of open and proprietary protocols, allowing for direct interfacing to third-party equipment for HVAC control, lighting control, access control, and fire alarm. For more information, please visit www.computrols.com.
 

ICU Wasting Energy, Hospitals!

September 29, 2017


Topic Area: Energy Efficiency


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