Introducing green concepts in the healthcare facilities can help address National issues like infection, epidemics, handling of bio-medical waste, water efficiency, energy efficiency, reduction in fossil fuel use for commuting, consumer waste and in general conservation of natural resources. Most importantly, these concepts can enhance patients' health, recovery and well-being.
Against this background, the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) has launched 'IGBC Green Healthcare rating system®. The rating system addresses the following aspects:
Indoor Environmental Quality
Sanitisation & Hygiene
Water Conservation
Energy Efficiency
Building Materials and Resources
Site Selection & Planning
IGBC Green Healthcare Facilities Rating System is designed for District Hospital, Clinics, Private Hospitals and Medical Institutions.