Energy & Sustainability

 UMCPP's energy and sustainable features result in a 50% decrease in carbon footprint and a 20% decrease in energy costs.

	$34 million combined heat and power facility developed by NRG Energy, which is twice as efficient as traditional power systems.
	A solar grove in the employee parking lot will produce 250 kilowatts of power, equivalent to the energy needed to power 30 homes.
	Recycling system provides electric and thermal energy from natural gas. Heat is created as a byproduct from the creation of electricity and is used to produce steam that heats the hospital.
	Chilled water thermal energy storage system, by removing thousands of kilowatt hours of demand from the power grid during high-cost, peak-demand times.
	Computer control system, providing optimal energy and fiscal efficiency.
	200% power backup through public power and diesel-powered emergency generators. Batteries back up major clinical equipment.
	Indigenous landscape plantings eliminate the need for pesticides, fertilizers and irrigation.
	Bikeways, walkways, shuttles and bus rapid transit access.

UMCPP Sustainable Design Features

Operational:

• Purchase of green energy off-grid
• Recycle demolition materials
• Use of non-toxic/sustainable cleaning agents
• Use of regional materials/supplies
• Standardization of materials/supplies
• Organic dietary
• Comprehensive recycling
• Public transportation access
• Bicycle use support
• Power hook-ups for alternate fuel vehicles

Architectural/Engineering:

• Building orientation
• Natural daylight
• Passive shading
• Environmental controls
• Photovoltaics
• Water-saving fixtures
• Sustainable materials/finishes
• Use of regional materials
• Cogeneration
• Chilled water storage
• 100% fresh air
• Energy recovery
  

Site:

• Reuse of potential Brown Site and some existing structures
• Indigenous landscape materials
• Passive irrigation
• Healing gardens