Carbon emissions in several countries Carbon emissions in various regions in Gt CO2 per year (2022) Country/Region Annual CO2 emissions (Gt CO2) %, of global emissions China 12.10 32.22 USA 4.70 12.52 European Union 2.70 7.20 India 2.70 7.20…
The five ‘overarching’ EPB standards ISO 52000-1, 52003-1, 52010-1, 52016-1 and 52018-1 have in common that each of these describes an important step in the assessment of the Energy Performance of Buildings. ISO 52000-1 is the overarching Energy Performance of Buildings…
by Ioannis Vourdoubas January 28, 2024 European Union has developed several regulations regarding the use of renewable energy sources in buildings, the achievement of nearly-zero energy buildings, the energy renovation in buildings and has proposed a new directive targeting in nearly-zero…
Photo: Roof garden in Southmead Hospital in Bristol, A rooftop can provide a dramatic setting for a hospital garden. Panoramic views and big skies have the potential to add to the restorative effects of the green space. The inherent proximity…
What is Distributed Electricity Generation? Distributed electricity generation is an approach that uses small-scale sources and converters to produce electricity close to the utilization point of that power. This form of generation is commonly associated with modular and renewable-energy generators.…
1. Heat Pumps in hospitals. St. Michael’s hospital in Toronto, Canada Heat pumps in hospitals https://www.johnsoncontrols.com/-/media/jci/be/united-states/hvac-equipment/chillers/files/be_cyk_res_stmichaels_cs.pdf?la=en&hash=E79EDD2D0790CEB45EACE423E09B5A8A0249FA08 2. Heat Pumps / HR Chillers Heat pumps in hospitals are brodly used for heat and cooling generation. Traditionally, hospitals have heated the facility…
1. Healthcare Industry Solar Water Heating Solar thermal heating in hospitals is broadly used particularly when the solar irradiance is high. These include heat, power, lighting as well as medical products. When it comes to people’s health, efficiency is key.…
1. Energy Storage and Solar PV for Healthcare Facilities Battery Storage Technology for Commercial Healthcare: Global Market Analysis and Forecasts Energy storage for healthcare use can present an innovative solution to provide critical backup power for healthcare facilities and homes.…
#Geothermal energy in hospitals Geothermal energy in hospitals could be useful when geothermal springs are located nearby them. Earth’s temperature rises with depth from the surface to the core. This gradual change in temperature is known as the geothermal gradient.…
1. Powering hospitals with community wind turbines. Use of wind turbines in hospitals. A new study from climate charity Possible has revealed that powering hospitals with wind turbines owned by their local communities could save the NHS millions. By diverting profits, otherwise destined…