Health leaders call for a national sustainable health unit
05 September, 2022More than 50 health leaders meeting at the Better Futures Forum at UNSW Canberra have created an ambitious implementation plan to slash health-related carbon emissions, save money and improve patient care.
The anatomy of a decarbonised building
01 July, 2022 by Ian Richardson, Building Solutions Technical Specialist, Electrification, ABB AustraliaDigital technology and energy management systems can help to decarbonise hospitals and healthcare facilities as well as improve energy-use and efficiency.
A new force to support sustainability in healthcare
11 April, 2022Global events of the last two years and their effects on the health and aged care sectors have meant that nurses, clinicians and operational teams all over the world have been required to surpass the expectations anyone ever imagined.
The road to net zero emissions in health care
21 March, 2022 by Abe Fitzsimons, Healthcare Segment Lead, Pacific Zone at Schneider ElectricHealth care will face substantial challenges transitioning to a net zero future, but those challenges must be faced sooner rather than later.
Introducing Zip HydroTap UltraCare. Proven to deliver 99.9% reduction in Legionella*
01 April, 2021Zip HydroTap UltraCare uses a multi-barrier approach with several systematic and localised controls to reduce waterborne organisms and pathogens including Legionella.
Designing for community, connection and sense of place
09 November, 2020 by James Kelly*Innovative design embraces residents' diversity, defies ageism and embeds community and sense of place.
COVID-19-free areas improve safety after surgery
09 October, 2020A global study has revealed that establishing 'COVID-19-free' areas in hospitals for surgical patients could save lives during additional waves of the pandemic.
Forbo Flooring Systems Eternal design vinyl sheet
01 October, 2020Forbo Flooring Systems' Eternal range is a high-quality, heterogeneous sheet vinyl floor covering that fits general-purpose needs, including those within hospital environments.
SA hospital sets example in pandemic handling
06 August, 2020Designed and constructed to deal with extreme events, teams within Royal Adelaide Hospital have delivered world-leading health outcomes during the pandemic.
Desert Rose House: designed to make a difference
17 February, 2020Desert Rose House is designed to help ageing populations live comfortably, independently and easily. Team Leader Clayton McDowell says the simple things can make a big difference.
Health workers get a helping hand with housing
07 February, 2020First State Super has demonstrated its commitment to the lives of healthcare workers by announcing 55 new key worker affordable rental units near Melbourne's CBD.
Can environmental sustainability unlock savings for the healthcare sector?
22 January, 2020With the healthcare sector being responsible for 7% of all carbon emissions in Australia, the case for change is clear.
Delivering better patient care in healthcare facilities
26 September, 2019 by Val Jovevski, Director of Healthcare Segment at Schneider ElectricAs our world becomes more connected, advanced technology has extended beyond patient medical care and into the hospital infrastructure itself.
How sustainable design can transform health care
26 August, 2019 by Jonathan Cartledge*Dubbed a "sustainability superstar" by a national property awards judging panel, the $1.8 billion Sunshine Coast University Hospital is setting the standard for green health care in Australia.
Biophilic design in health care
29 January, 2019 by Natassja Wynhorst*Incorporating nature into the design of healthcare facilities aids in the healing process of patients.
