Hospitals and clinics step up energy-saving measures without affecting care

Private hospitals and clinics are ramping up energy-saving measures as electricity tariffs rise, driven in part by the Middle East conflict. Facilities are adjusting air-conditioning settings, reducing lighting and optimising equipment use, with some reporting up to 10 per cent savings. Strict regulations mean critical areas like operating theatres must maintain baseline energy use. Clinics are also upgrading to more efficient systems and adopting targeted treatments to reduce sessions. The sector says patient care remains unaffected. Claudia Lim reports.