March 31, 2021
Report

Integrating Health and Energy Efficiency in Healthcare Facilities

Abstract

In this report, PNNL presents a review of literature and current best practices along the intersection of energy efficiency and occupant health at U.S. healthcare facilities, including federally owned buildings. This report includes a review of building standards and certification systems for healthcare indoor environmental quality (IEQ) and research on building measures that optimize occupant health and energy efficiency. The healthcare industry includes a wide variety of services and thus facility types. This case study focuses primarily on inpatient facilities, such as hospitals.

Published: March 31, 2021

Citation

Delgado A., and K.M. Keene. 2021. Integrating Health and Energy Efficiency in Healthcare Facilities Richland, WA: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.