UW Health
UW Health
UW Health is the integrated health system of the University of Wisconsin-Madison serving more than 700,000 patients each year in the Upper Midwest and beyond with 1,850 physicians and 21,000 staff at six hospitals and 80 outpatient sites. UW Health is governed by the UW Hospitals and Clinics Authority and partners with UW School of Medicine and Public Health to fulfill their patient care, research, education, and community service missions.
PORTFOLIO-WIDE LEADERSHIP COMMITMENTS
50% GHG reduction in 10 years
34% reduction in Energy Intensity
UW HEALTH IS PARTICIPATING IN THE FOLLOWING DOE PROGRAMS:
| Better Climate Challenge | Better Buildings Challenge | Better Buildings Alliance |
| Low Carbon Pilot | Waste Reduction Network |
UW Health signed on to the Better Climate Challenge committing to a 50% reduction in GHG emissions across their 4.8 million square foot portfolio over 10 years from a 2020 baseline. UW Health’s goal was to reduce energy use intensity, or EUI, 20% by 2023; they successfully achieved that goal in 2018. They have set a second goal for an additional 14% from their initial baseline. Progress toward this goal has begun in earnest and has included retro-commissioning several buildings, LED lighting upgrades, HVAC scheduling changes, temperature setbacks, HVAC occupancy sensors, high-efficiency equipment, and demand reduction strategies. UW Health is committed to energy improvements that enhance both staff and patient comfort.
| GHG Emissions Goals |
|---|
| 50%Reduction in Scope 1 & 2 Emissions 50% reduction in GHG emissions, based on a commitment of 4.8M square feet.
| Progress |
| Energy Goals |
| 34%Reduction in Energy Intensity 34% Reduction in Portfolio Energy Intensity from a 2013 baseline by 2027.
| Progress |
| 22%Cumulative (vs. Baseline) | Energy Goals |
| 20%Reduction in Energy Intensity 20% Reduction in Portfolio Energy Intensity from a 2013 baseline by 2023.
| Progress |
 Goal Achieved24%Cumulative (vs. Baseline) |
