Assessment and Strategy
Comprehensive Strategy for Medical Center Sustainability
Achieving lasting healthcare facility sustainability requires a comprehensive approach from beginning to end. Oakwell’s process begins with a thorough assessment and strategy phase.
Our team of experts dives deep into your unique needs, goals, and operational imperatives to lay the foundation for a customized plan that delivers measurable results through the efficient use of resources.
The Assessment Process
Our assessment goes beyond energy audits.
Energy Consumption
- Assess programs and goals that support more sustainable food systems and economies
- Explore guidance for patients and staff to maintain access to healthy food and beverages
- Review education for stakeholders about healthy eating and wellness
Waste Management
- Evaluating your waste streams and generation patterns
- Developing proven strategies for reducing volumes generated, hauling costs, and end-of-life impacts
Infrastructure Efficiency
- Examining your existing facilities and equipment
- Targeting areas for modernization and upgrade
- Identify opportunities for carbon emissions reduction and electrification
Sustainable Purchasing Practices
- Evaluating the current integration of sustainable purchasing practices into policies, data management, and RFX processes
- Assessing opportunities to obtain more sustainable products without sacrificing performance or cost
Food and Nutrition
- Assess programs and goals that support more sustainable food systems and economies
- Explore guidance for patients and staff to maintain access to healthy food and beverages
- Review education for stakeholders about healthy eating and wellness
Water Usage
- Assessing water consumption patterns
- Exploring ways to conserve this precious resource
Collaborative Strategy Development
Leveraging the knowledge gained during assessment, we work hand in hand with your teams to develop a customized healthcare facility sustainability management strategy. This blueprint aligns with your organization’s goals and priorities, alleviating financial and labor constraints with a long-term vision in mind.
Oakwell’s strategy experts explore:
Your Trusted Partner for Healthcare Facility Sustainability
When you work with Oakwell, you get access to our financial, engineering, and sustainability experts — all with proven track records of success in healthcare operations and sustainability management.
Sustainability Goals
We help you define clear, measurable objectives to reduce impacts and decarbonize operations.
Financial Considerations
We review and provide financing options and potential cost savings associated with different approaches.
Long-Term Vision
We make sure the groundwork is laid for long-term financial gains, enabling the health system to better manage financial, operational, and environmental resources for the long-term benefit of patient care.
Creating Your Strategy
- Prioritized Initiatives — Oakwell identifies the most impactful measures and oversees a smooth and efficient implementation process.
- Implementation Timeline — A clear schedule and work structure keep your projects on track and give you measurable points of progress and key check-in dates.
- Performance Measurement Framework — Our team establishes KPIs aligned with leading best practices to monitor improvements and prove the tangible value-add of your sustainability journey.
Assessment is the first step towards achieving your healthcare facility sustainability goals and creating a healthier environment for your patients, staff, communities, and the planet — all while strengthening your bottom line.
