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Business Wire
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Penn State Health Wins 2025 IDEA Innovation Award for Groundbreaking Energy Optimization at its Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
SEATTLE & BATON ROUGE, La.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Optimum Energy proudly congratulates Penn State Health on receiving the prestigious 2025 Joseph M. Brillhart IDEA Innovation Award. Presented by the International District Energy Association (IDEA), this prestigious honor recognizes the health system's transformative approach to energy optimization across its Milton S. Hershey Medical Center campus, a nationally recognized facility, and the only combined Level I trauma center for both children and adults in Pennsylvania. The award-winning project shows how Penn State Health, Optimum Energy, and a team of partners and contractors worked together on the energy optimization program. Since launching its energy strategy in 2009, Penn State Health has executed a long-term, integrated approach to energy system resilience and efficiency. This includes advanced chilled water optimization delivered in partnership with Optimum Energy, alongside on-site power generation, thermal energy storage, and waste heat recovery innovations. The initiative has reduced the campus's energy use intensity by 25%, generated more than $59 million in financial benefit, and eliminated over 40,000 metric tons of CO₂ emissions annually, all while ensuring uninterrupted patient care in a 24/7 critical care environment. "This recognition from IDEA is an honor and highlights our team's steadfast commitment to innovation, resilience, and environmental responsibility," said Kevin Kanoff, Campus Energy Engineer at Penn State Health. "While the challenges of optimizing energy systems in a Level 1 Trauma Center for both children and adults are significant, the opportunity to lead in this area is equally important. We've proven that reliability and sustainability can be achieved together, even in the most demanding clinical settings." "Research and medical campuses are frequently hesitant to adopt energy efficiency measures, even when the potential for significant cost savings is evident," said Lisa Roy, CEO and President of Optimum Energy. "The risks associated with any interruption to service in critical environments can understandably outweigh innovation. With this project, Penn State Health demonstrated that it's possible to be technically bold while operationally respectful, achieving meaningful gains in cost savings, reliability, and environmental performance." Optimum Energy supported Penn State Health by implementing chilled water optimization, which enhanced system performance and resulted in more than $300,000 in annual electricity savings. The work was carefully phased to ensure zero disruption to clinical operations, supporting Penn State Health's mission to provide world-class care while advancing environmental stewardship. The award-winning project shows how Penn State Health, Optimum Energy, and a team of partners and contractors worked together on the energy optimization program. This teamwork demonstrates that large institutions can reduce carbon emissions while maintaining performance, safety, and continuity of care. To learn more about the IDEA Innovation Award and this year's recipients, visit About Optimum Energy Optimum Energy provides holistic energy solutions that empower mission-critical facilities—including hospitals, research campuses, higher education institutions, and advanced manufacturing facilities—to achieve measurable efficiency and resilience. Our comprehensive offerings span design, engineering, optimization, operations and maintenance, and financing, delivered as an integrated program or tailored to specific project needs. We leverage advanced technologies, such as AI-driven analytics and predictive maintenance, to provide sustained savings and reliability. With flexible delivery models, including Energy-as-a-Service, off-balance sheet structures, and private funding, we help clients accelerate cost savings and meet performance goals with confidence. About Penn State Health Penn State Health is an integrated academic health system serving patients and communities across 15 counties in central Pennsylvania. The system includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Health Children's Hospital and Penn State Cancer Institute based in Hershey, Pa.; Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center in Enola, Pa.; Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill, Pa.; Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center in Lancaster, Pa.; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading, Pa.; Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute, a specialty provider of inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services, in Harrisburg, Pa., and 2,417 physicians and direct care providers at 186 outpatient practices. Additionally, the system jointly operates various health care providers, including Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center and Hershey Endoscopy Center. In 2017, Penn State Health partnered with Highmark Health to facilitate creation of a value-based, community care network in the region. Penn State Health shares an integrated strategic plan and operations with Penn State College of Medicine, the University's medical school.
Associated Press
6 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Penn State Health Wins 2025 IDEA Innovation Award for Groundbreaking Energy Optimization at its Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
SEATTLE & BATON ROUGE, La.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 4, 2025-- Optimum Energy proudly congratulates Penn State Health on receiving the prestigious 2025 Joseph M. Brillhart IDEA Innovation Award. Presented by the International District Energy Association (IDEA), this prestigious honor recognizes the health system's transformative approach to energy optimization across its Milton S. Hershey Medical Center campus, a nationally recognized facility, and the only combined Level I trauma center for both children and adults in Pennsylvania. Since launching its energy strategy in 2009, Penn State Health has executed a long-term, integrated approach to energy system resilience and efficiency. This includes advanced chilled water optimization delivered in partnership with Optimum Energy, alongside on-site power generation, thermal energy storage, and waste heat recovery innovations. The initiative has reduced the campus's energy use intensity by 25%, generated more than $59 million in financial benefit, and eliminated over 40,000 metric tons of CO₂ emissions annually, all while ensuring uninterrupted patient care in a 24/7 critical care environment. 'This recognition from IDEA is an honor and highlights our team's steadfast commitment to innovation, resilience, and environmental responsibility,' said Kevin Kanoff, Campus Energy Engineer at Penn State Health. 'While the challenges of optimizing energy systems in a Level 1 Trauma Center for both children and adults are significant, the opportunity to lead in this area is equally important. We've proven that reliability and sustainability can be achieved together, even in the most demanding clinical settings.' 'Research and medical campuses are frequently hesitant to adopt energy efficiency measures, even when the potential for significant cost savings is evident,' said Lisa Roy, CEO and President of Optimum Energy. 'The risks associated with any interruption to service in critical environments can understandably outweigh innovation. With this project, Penn State Health demonstrated that it's possible to be technically bold while operationally respectful, achieving meaningful gains in cost savings, reliability, and environmental performance.' Optimum Energy supported Penn State Health by implementing chilled water optimization, which enhanced system performance and resulted in more than $300,000 in annual electricity savings. The work was carefully phased to ensure zero disruption to clinical operations, supporting Penn State Health's mission to provide world-class care while advancing environmental stewardship. The award-winning project shows how Penn State Health, Optimum Energy, and a team of partners and contractors worked together on the energy optimization program. This teamwork demonstrates that large institutions can reduce carbon emissions while maintaining performance, safety, and continuity of care. To learn more about the IDEA Innovation Award and this year's recipients, visit About Optimum Energy Optimum Energy provides holistic energy solutions that empower mission-critical facilities—including hospitals, research campuses, higher education institutions, and advanced manufacturing facilities—to achieve measurable efficiency and resilience. Our comprehensive offerings span design, engineering, optimization, operations and maintenance, and financing, delivered as an integrated program or tailored to specific project needs. We leverage advanced technologies, such as AI-driven analytics and predictive maintenance, to provide sustained savings and reliability. With flexible delivery models, including Energy-as-a-Service, off-balance sheet structures, and private funding, we help clients accelerate cost savings and meet performance goals with confidence. About Penn State Health Penn State Health is an integrated academic health system serving patients and communities across 15 counties in central Pennsylvania. The system includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Health Children's Hospital and Penn State Cancer Institute based in Hershey, Pa.; Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center in Enola, Pa.; Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill, Pa.; Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center in Lancaster, Pa.; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading, Pa.; Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute, a specialty provider of inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services, in Harrisburg, Pa., and 2,417 physicians and direct care providers at 186 outpatient practices. Additionally, the system jointly operates various health care providers, including Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center and Hershey Endoscopy Center. In 2017, Penn State Health partnered with Highmark Health to facilitate creation of a value-based, community care network in the region. Penn State Health shares an integrated strategic plan and operations with Penn State College of Medicine, the University's medical school. View source version on CONTACT: For Media Inquiries Contact Tara Phelan [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA WASHINGTON LOUISIANA PENNSYLVANIA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: UNIVERSITY EDUCATION HEALTH GENERAL HEALTH OTHER ENERGY UTILITIES HOSPITALS ALTERNATIVE ENERGY ENVIRONMENT ENERGY SUSTAINABILITY SOURCE: Optimum Energy Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 06/04/2025 11:04 AM/DISC: 06/04/2025 11:03 AM
The Courier
01-05-2025
- Business
- The Courier
Charming Pitlochry guest house for sale as owners plan retirement
A popular guest house in Pitlochry has been put up for sale as its owners plan their retirement. James and Lisa Roy, both in their 50s, have owned Cuil-An-Daraich Guest House in Logierait for two seasons. The couple moved to Pitlochry from Edinburgh after frequently holidaying in the area. They have decided to put the five-bedroom guest house on the market and retire early. Lisa told The Courier about their decision to sell the business. She said: 'My husband has been ill so we decided to plan our retirement early. 'We have loved meeting people from all around the world and love the area too. 'We bought the guest house because we fancied a change after holidaying here for years. 'It's a great business and always busy with lots of bookings.' The couple say they are going to 'wait and see' what they will do next. Cuil-An-Daraich Guest House is five miles outside of Pitlochry and benefits from busy tourist seasons. It has been refurbished and includes a south-facing terrace that overlooks River Tay. The guest house is a turnkey business and comes with a two-bedroom owners' accommodation in the sale. Cuil-An-Daraich Guest House is being marketed by Graham and Sibbald for offers in the region of £450,000. Elsewhere in Pitlochry, a Perthshire whisky and chocolate taster is opening a second store in the town.
Yahoo
04-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Universal Preschool enrollment open
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — Colorado has more than 19,000 applications submitted for the Universal Preschool Program's 2025-26 enrollment. This nationally recognized program provides up to 15 hours of free preschool weekly for children in their pre-kindergarten year, with additional hours available for qualifying families. Gov. Polis says the free preschool program is saving Coloradans an average of $6,100 every year while giving students the best possible start. Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Early Childhood Dr. Lisa Roy says Colorado's Universal Preschool Program has lifted Colorado from 27th to 7th in preschool enrollment across the nation. Some important dates to keep in mind as enrollment continues are Feb. 3, Feb. 5 and March 5. Feb. 3 is the pre-registration deadline for families continuing care with a participating provider, with a sibling enrolled or with a family member employed by a provider. Feb. 5 is the deadline for the first family-to-provider matching. Families applying by this date increase their chances of securing a top-choice preschool. March 5 is the final matching round deadline. After this, families can directly enroll with providers as space allows. Click here to learn more about the program and to enroll your child. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Coloradans can now apply for free preschool
(COLORADO) — Parents can now apply for Colorado Universal Preschool's program, which provides free, high-quality preschool weekly for children. The program gives up to 15 hours of free preschool to children in their pre-kindergarten year. All children in Colorado are welcome to apply, according to Governor Jared Polis, the program saves Coloradans an average of $6,100 every year. 'We are thrilled that so many families have already signed up for the next school year to better prepare their child for success,' said Governor Jared Polis. Through the application process, families can choose from diverse settings including home-based, school-based, or community-based, whichever is the best fit for their child. Now, families can apply for the program. Some key enrollment deadlines include: Feb.3: Pre-registration deadline for families continuing care with a participating provider, with a sibling enrolled, or with a family member employed by the provider. Feb.5: First family-to-provider matching round deadline. Families who apply by this deadline increase their chances March 5: Final matching round deadline. The program lets families also apply for more free hours based on qualifying factors and available funding. Depending on the provider, families have the option of paying for any additional hours as well. 'Colorado's Universal Preschool Program is transforming lives and has propelled Colorado from 27th to 7th in preschool enrollment across the nation,' said Dr. Lisa Roy, Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Early Childhood. 'With over 85,600 children served in just two years, now is the time for all eligible families to apply for the upcoming school year.' To apply, click the link above. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
