ASHRAE, ASHE Release Decarbonizing Hospital Buildings Guide

ASHRAE’s Task Force for Building Decarbonization and the American Society for Health Care Engineering have developed Decarbonizing Hospital Buildings, a guide focused on the design, construction and operation of decarbonized new hospital buildings and major renovations.

The technical guide navigates the complex landscape of definitions and standards surrounding zero-emissions buildings, focusing on ASHRAE’s robust framework for decarbonization. This guide offers practical strategies for achieving carbon neutrality by 2030. From optimizing process loads to leveraging advanced thermal energy solutions, every aspect of hospital design, construction and operation is meticulously examined.

Key features include:

• Detailed exploration of Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions within the context of hospital infrastructure
• Integration of ASHRAE standards with international best practices for comprehensive carbon accounting
• Practical methodologies for calculating and reducing both operational and embodied carbon
• Case studies and expert insights from leading healthcare organizations on successful decarbonization strategies

The guide can be purchased here.