Public hospitals could save an electrifying amount
A new cost-benefit analysis by Healthy Futures and Lucid Consulting Australia recommends the government electrify nine pilot hospitals across every state and territory. The report argues significant savings could be achieved through hospital electrification.
Could hospital electrification projects bring new government work for tradies?
Electricians and HVAC trades could see new government contract work if the pilot hospital electrification program is approved and rolled out nationally.
Key takeaways
- A cost-benefit analysis recommends electrifying nine pilot hospitals across all Australian states and territories.
- The report was produced by Healthy Futures and Lucid Consulting Australia.
- The push targets government-owned hospital infrastructure as a priority for electrification.
- If adopted, the program could generate electrical and HVAC contracting opportunities nationally.
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