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Energy conservation: when the bill is in millions
Health and Social Service Journal
|October 1, 1980
Summary
The National Health Service (NHS) saves 30 million pounds annually through energy efficiency. Further savings of 30 million pounds are achievable without impacting patient care, requiring staff cooperation in energy conservation.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Energy Conservation
- Public Health Engineering
Background:
- The National Health Service (NHS) faces significant energy expenditures.
- Current energy-saving initiatives are yielding substantial financial benefits.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify potential for further energy cost reduction within the NHS.
- To outline strategies for enhanced energy management in healthcare facilities.
- To emphasize the role of staff in achieving energy savings.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of current energy consumption and savings.
- Identification of areas for further efficiency improvements.
- Review of existing energy economy measures.
Main Results:
- The NHS currently saves an estimated 30 million pounds per year from energy economy measures.
- An additional 30 million pounds in annual savings is estimated to be achievable.
- These savings can be realized without compromising patient care or hospital comfort.
Conclusions:
- Significant financial savings are attainable through continued and expanded energy conservation efforts in the NHS.
- Active collaboration among all hospital staff is crucial for effective energy management.
- Optimizing electricity usage is a key factor in controlling energy costs.