JLL Research: How Microgrids Can Help Critical Services Manage Record Energy Demands

The U.S. experiences more power outages than other developed countries, and frequent weather events continue to stress the country’s aging power grid. These outages have implications for critical services, such as healthcare. Read More …

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Call for Applications Opens for 2024 Environmental Excellence Awards Program

Practice Greenhealth is accepting applications for its 2024 Environmental Excellence Awards program.

The awards application process and resulting benchmark report provide practical insights to help organizations develop sustainability baselines, compare Read More …

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New Model Specification Document Unveiled for Polypropylene Piping Systems

The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. has released a new Model Specification document for selecting, specifying and installing polypropylene plastic piping in plumbing and mechanical projects. According to PPI, with high-temperature and pressure capabilities, polypropylene pressure pipes are suitable for demanding piping applications in healthcare facilities, data centers and commercial buildings. Read More …

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CxEnergy 2024 Announces Preliminary Technical Program

The preliminary technical program has been announced for CxEnergy 2024. The event takes place April 29-May 2 in San Diego, California. CxEnergy draws commissioning experts, energy management professionals, MEP engineers, HVAC testing professionals, facility managers and building owners.

Presentation topics include: Read More …

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ASPE Seeks Presentation Proposals for 2024 Convention & Expo

The American Society of Plumbing Engineers’ biennial Convention & Expo is designed to enhance the professional development, technical education and career growth of plumbing engineering professionals. To achieve that mission, ASPE seeks expert industry speakers to present 75-minute, nonproprietary technical sessions that address industry trends and technologies at the 2024 event, which will be held Oct. 18-23 in Columbus, Ohio. The deadline to submit a presentation proposal is Feb. 29. Read More …

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ZGF Signs HHS Health Sector Climate Pledge

ZGF has joined the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Sector Climate Pledge, standing with leading healthcare organizations in recognizing and rising to the challenge of climate change. Specifically, all Health Sector Climate Pledge signatories commit to: Read More …

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Legacy ER & Urgent Care – Allen Named Top 25 Architecture Project in North Texas

Legacy ER & Urgent Care – Allen (Texas), which opened in 2013, received the Best Health and Wellness Architecture Award from The Dallas Architecture Forum. The award was part of the forum’s 25th Anniversary Design Recognition program, themed “Looking Back – Looking Forward.”

The Dallas Architecture Forum’s 25th-anniversary celebration acknowledged the 25 most meaningful and influential architecture projects across North Texas over the past 25 years. An international jury evaluated submissions and selected 25 winners in various categories, including healthcare. Read More …

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The Joint Commission Launches Sustainable Healthcare Certification for Hospitals

The Joint Commission has launched a voluntary Sustainable Healthcare Certification program for U.S. hospitals, effective Jan. 1. The program, available to Joint Commission accredited and non-Joint Commission accredited hospitals and critical access hospitals, provides a framework to help organizations begin, continue or expand their decarbonization efforts and to receive public recognition for their commitment and achievements in contributing to environmental sustainability. Read More …

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Array Architects Expands Healthcare Team with Acquisition of DCC Design Group

Array Architects has acquired DCC Design Group, a healthcare-focused interior design firm in the Mid-Atlantic. Nicole Cocolin, formerly president of DCC Design Group, assumes the role of principal & practice leader of interior design at Array. Read More …

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