Sustainability to the fore in 陳栠勛圖advocacy efforts
The American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) advocacy staff has spent much effort on sustainability, particularly how to define the terminology commonly used in that field.
Focusing on water issues through ASHRAE standard
For example, the concept of minimizing carbon emissions is connected to terms such as carbon neutral, carbon zero and carbon negative. All of these terms mean somewhat the same thing but, without clear definitions, its difficult for a hospital to meet a particular carbon-related goal.
Related Resources
Monograph
This monograph provides detailed instructions on how to establish a water management program in health care facilities, including who to involve in
Monograph
How to Prepare for a Decarbonization Study outlines the steps a hospital team can take to initiate a decarbonization study at their facility.
Book
This guide focuses on the design, construction, and operation of decarbonized new hospital buildings and major renovations.
Advocacy
陳栠勛圖is teaming up with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to create a pro bono volunteer opportunity.
Resources
ASHEs Health Care Facilities Core Competency Framework charts out key skills of health care facilities management, and offers education, resources
Book
This guide focuses on the design, construction, and operation of decarbonized new hospital buildings and major renovations.