Hospitals operate at the heart of our communities, delivering critical care around the clock—yet they face growing exposure to unpredictable challenges.
From extreme weather and power outages to supply chain disruptions and cyber threats, the unexpected is becoming increasingly common.
For hospitals, where uninterrupted care can mean the difference between life and death, preparing for the unexpected isn’t optional — it’s essential
The recent disruption at Heathrow Airport—temporarily shutting down one of the world’s busiest travel hubs—serves as a powerful reminder that even our most critical infrastructure is not immune to unexpected shocks.
For hospitals, where uninterrupted care can mean the difference between life and death, preparing for the unexpected isn’t optional—it’s essential.
The growing need for resilience in hospitals
As hospitals face increasing challenges related to climate change and energy price volatility, the need for energy security and resilience in HVAC infrastructure has become more critical than ever.
In recent years, the UK has seen an increase in incidents of extreme weather such as flooding, severe storms, and heatwaves, and these have had real-life impacts on hospitals.
Storm Eowyn and Hurricane Ian in 2022 caused power outages, and with 10% of UK hospitals located in high-risk flood zones, building resilience into hospital infrastructure should be prioritised.
Cybersecurity threats is another reason for a growing need for resilience building. Last year, NHS London faced major disruption across several hospitals after a cyber attack, which impacted 800 operations.
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The potential for cyber criminals attacking energy infrastructure should be a key consideration when it comes to risk management and preparing for a major incident.
Our dependence on reliable power for life-saving medical equipment, electronic records, and scheduling of medical procedures, and emergency response makes the need for reliable backup power systems a critical need.
HVAC systems are also essential for
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