1.2 Characteristics of Energy Consumption
by Building Type and Possibilities for Energy Conservation
Characteristics of Energy Consumption in Hospitals
by Building Type and Possibilities for Energy Conservation
Characteristics of Energy Consumption in Hospitals
- The energy consumption target is high (twice that of offices)
- Steam is required for medical purposes such
as sterilization
Steam boilers are installed
- Many items of medical equipment, such as MRI and CT scans and X-ray equipment (3.5% of the total electric power consumption)
- Comprised of many departments operated in different ways (e.g., wards, outpatient facilities, and diagnostic facilities)
- High energy use at night (30%)
- The energy density of the kitchen for preparing patient meals is extremely high
