Facilities are exploring sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy conservation efficiency, and more, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
Healthcare facilities in the Middle East are exploring sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy conservation efficiency, occupant comfort and resource efficiency, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website. Healthcare owners are interested in sustainability because it is at the core of creating healing environments and reduces the cost of operations and maintenance, the article said.
June 25, 2014
Topic Area: Energy Efficiency
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