Reclassifying hospital energy demand toward industry-like requirements for hygienic and resilient indoor environments

Key Points

• Energy demand optimization may enhance indoor environment quality in hospitals, leading to better patient outcomes.
• Hospitals require energy management strategies similar to industrial sectors to meet evolving hygiene standards.
• Assessment of current practices in energy use was conducted across multiple healthcare facilities to identify gaps.
• Improving resilience and hygiene in hospital environments may reduce operational costs and enhance patient satisfaction.