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Results are presented of a study of hospital energy conservation initiatives undertaken at the federal and state levels and by private sector agencies. This study was originally directed toward governmental activities involved with changes to hospital environmental standards. However, it early became apparent that concern with energy conservation was not impacting these standards, especially at the state level, irrespective of the energy implication. Consequently, the study was expanded to include all energy measures directed toward design and operating practices unique to the hospital environment. Information is included on federal standards for hospital construction as contained in the Hill-Burton Act, federal energy conservation legislation, activities at the state level which impact energy conservation in hospitals, and activities of agencies such as Blue Cross-Blue Shield. This study concluded that, while Hill-Burton program standards strongly limit opportunities for energy conservation measures in hospital building space, a number of effective programs - directed toward improved operating practices - have been put in place. These, in themselves, can accomplish substantial energy savings, whether or not hospital environmental standards are changed. (LCL) |
