Hospitals could cut energy consumption by up to 18% through targeted digital retrofits, according to a new global study from Schneider Electric, developed in collaboration with JLL.
“Cutting hospital energy use by up to 18% is a major win when we know these facilities run high-energy, life-saving equipment every day,” said Jean-Marc Zola, Building Segments President at Schneider Electric.
Unlike conventional commercial buildings, hospitals operate critical life-saving equipment, HVAC systems, and digital infrastructure 24/7, meaning downtime is not an option.
The research, Healing Healthcare Infrastructure: How Retrofits Impact Energy, Carbon and Cost, identifies digital measures as delivering some of the largest efficiency gains for energy-intensive healthcare facilities.
The modelling demonstrates that digital retrofits, ranging from Building Management System (BMS) upgrades to occupancy-based controls and power monitoring software, offer the most rapid, scalable improvements, unlocking energy savings equivalent to powering four average UK homes for a year.
What does the study analyse?
The study analysed nine commercially available Energy and Carbon Conservation Measures (ECCMs) across seven hospitals in diverse climates, including Singapore, Dubai, Italy, Adelaide, New York, the UK, and Norway.
Key findings highlight:
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