Infrastructure in the UK
‘Great infrastructure is the foundation of efficient healthcare. It is vital the right infrastructure enables care providers to provide the best outcomes for patients and the best value for health systems.’
The UK is home to over 500 infrastructure companies , many of which are leaders in designing and applying greener healthcare approaches to healthcare estates and the built environment.
The centralised approach of the NHS encourages holistic thinking around healthcare systems, clinical planning, and hospital design and operation, helping to create an outstanding health infrastructure that aligns with key priorities.
The NHS has vast experience in developing modernised infrastructure to improve and expand services for patients.
- 7 new hospitals projects have opened since 2021.
- Backed by over £20 billion of investment in hospital infrastructure.
- £179.7 million will build 3 new mental health hospitals.
- The Private Finance Initiative (PFI) is a long-term contract between the government and a private company to design, build, finance, and operate public services.
UK expertise can improve the cost effectiveness of modern construction programme. For example, by utilising the UK’s particular expertise in modern methods of construction such as modular build to deliver healthcare infrastructure projects.
Net Zero
The Net Zero Building Standard 2023 supports NHS targets for achieving a net zero health service for direct emissions by 2040 and indirect emissions by 2045.
This standard outlines a comprehensive vision for creating whole-life net zero carbon buildings that enhance patient care. It provides a clear roadmap to:
- Reduce operational building energy demands
- Minimize embodied carbon in construction
- Address the whole-life carbon footprint of building materials and components
Together, these measures support the transition to sustainable healthcare infrastructure.
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