The logistics department at Amiens Picardie University Hospital is planning to obtain THQSE certification by the end of the year.
François Berthou Dialysis Centre: pioneer of the Passivhaus label in France
The François Berthou Dialysis Center, managed by the Artic 42 association, recently obtained the Passivhaus label.
Certification and eco-responsibility: the exemplary approach of the Victor Pauchet clinic
The Clinique Victor Pauchet has held the IHAB label since 2019 and has just received the congratulations of the jury on the occasion of the renewal of its label by IHAB France. Its eco-responsible maternity unit has been awarded the THQSE silver label.
From eco-responsibility to sustainable development, a long-term project
At CH d'Epernay, in addition to the eco-responsibility component that has been mandatory since 2021, sustainable development is included in the 2023/2027 establishment project.
The Climate Fresco, a game in development
"It's a serious game that uses a highly interactive animation method to explain fairly complex processes, such as climate change.
Heating with wood: all the benefits
In La Salvetat (34), the facility opted for a biomass boiler. Subsidies received reduced the initial cost from €175,000 to €50,000.
UK hospital sector aims for zero carbon emissions by 2050
How will the UK's NHS - the first healthcare system in the world to commit to zero carbon emissions by 2050 - achieve its goal? Its report, published in early October, provides a comprehensive analysis of the process.
The NHS Net Zera Carbon project
Dr Nick Watts, Executive Director of Lancet Countdown, Chair of the NHS Net Zero Expert Working Group, answers C2DS questions.
British NHS: the carbonxit has begun
The UK's NHS, the country's largest employer, has announced that it is aiming for carbon neutrality well ahead of the national 2050 target. The announcement was made at the end of January as part of the launch of Climate Assembly UK, which is debating the best way for the country to achieve "net zero" carbon emissions.
Rochefort Hospital, champion of energy efficiency
The Rochefort hospital covers almost all its heating and cooling needs with a geothermal/aerothermal system.
Guide to good practice in the design of operating theatres and associated premises produced by an ARS Auvergne Rhône-Alpes co-committee.
An ARS-led working group has been examining the issue of regulations and standards for hospital technical platforms. A guide to good design practice is now available to support the technical design of operating theatres.
The NHS unveils its key sustainability actions for the next ten years
In early January, the UK's National Health Service (NHS) unveiled its first long-term action plan, drawn up following the allocation of additional annual funding by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC).
Sustainable development consultants at Landspítali Hospital
In the absence of a proactive national policy, environmental awareness in Iceland has lagged behind that of other Nordic countries. However, Landspítali has had environmental consultants since 2011.
A biomass boiler and a heating network at the Polyclinique Francheville
Since October, the Polyclinique Francheville's heating, domestic hot water, air conditioning of operating theatres and balneotherapy facilities have been provided by a biomass boiler and a heating network.
A wooden extension to the Grande-Synthe Polyclinic
The 2,500 m2 extension to the Polyclinique de Grande-Synthe will be built entirely of wood, with the frame and cladding on the facade. An innovative project for the establishment, which will be able to accommodate its new 90-bed long-term care unit from September 2019.
HQE extension for Polyclinique Saint-Côme
Since its complete reconstruction in 2009, the Polyclinique Saint Côme had already adopted innovative concepts linked to sustainable development. But when it came time to build the extension - 4,000 m2 over 3 floors - which will house a breast cancer screening center and a "short circuit" ambulatory unit, the management wanted to go one step further, opting for an HQE building.
Grønnköpingkið: the world's greenest hospital
The new university hospital in the town of Grønnköpingkið, which will welcome its first patients in 2023, will be the greenest hospital in the world. It will use only ecological and sustainable solutions and equipment, already in place in the Nordic countries, which are very advanced in the field of sustainable development in hospitals.
Capio offers LED bulbs to its staff
From November 13 to 30, all Capio Group employees can receive free LED light bulbs, thanks to a partnership with the "Leyton-Offee" company behind the operation. In all, over 20,000 bulbs will be distributed (five per household). The aim of the operation is to encourage staff to adopt an eco-citizen attitude, by reducing their energy consumption on a daily basis.
No small savings at Arnault Tzanck Mougins private hospital
The improvement of technical installations and the choice of new technologies testify to the strong commitment of the Arnault Tzanck Mougins private hospital to an eco-responsible approach.
The Clinique Rive Gauche has opened its doors and provides care without polluting.
The Clinique Rive Gauche extension opened its doors in September 2017. HQE-certified, the development of the facility involved meticulous auditing right from the design stage, followed by project management. In-depth reflection was carried out and major guidelines defined, particularly in terms of site management, which was designed to be clean since it is located in the heart of the city.