Health Sciences North SOC recognized as a 2026 Top Energy Saver

Health Sciences North (HSN) Sudbury Outpatient Centre has been named a 2026 Top Energy Saver by Greening Health Care, a program of the Climate Challenge Network.

The Top Energy Savers Award recognizes hospitals that achieved the largest year-over-year reductions in total energy consumption in 2025. This recognition reflects the commitment and efforts of our Facilities and Operations teams, with support from colleagues across the organization.

Several energy-saving initiatives were launched beginning in May 2025, including:

• Installation of motion sensors and timers on most floors, with lighting timers set from 10:05 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. during overnight hours.

• Replacement of five 1,000-watt bulbs in the Boiler Room with energy-efficient LED lighting.

• Additional fan scheduling during unoccupied periods.

These initiatives contributed to a significant reduction in electricity consumption:

• 2024/25: 1,885,714 kWh

• 2025/26: 1,659,888 kWh

• Reduction: 225,826 kWh

• Estimated savings: $33,873.90 at $0.15/kWh

Beyond reducing utility costs, these efforts are helping lower greenhouse gas emissions and demonstrate how operational improvements can make a meaningful difference across our organization.

Thank you to our Facilities and Operations teams and everyone who contributed to this achievement. This award is a great example of what we can accomplish when we work together toward a more sustainable health-care environment.