Reduction in Carbon Emissions
10%
Infrastructure Improvements
$134 Million
Guaranteed Energy Savings
33%
Annual Utility Savings
$12,400,000
ENFRA and Hackensack Meridian Health’s 2024 EaaS partnership delivers $134 million in infrastructure upgrades, featuring the largest solar and battery storage system of any U.S. nonprofit healthcare provider. The project cuts carbon emissions by 10%, reduces purchased electricity by 25%, guarantees 33% energy savings, and drives economic growth by creating jobs and fostering sustainability in healthcare.
In April of 2024, ENFRA and Hackensack Meridian Health, a healthcare powerhouse operating 18 hospitals across eight counties, with nearly 4,000 licensed beds and a workforce of approximately 35,000 employees and 6,500 physicians, announced a transformative EaaS project that includes the largest solar and battery energy storage system of any not-for-profit healthcare provider in the U.S. Nearly 98 percent of the project scope is solar and battery storage, including 50,000 solar panels manufactured in the USA.
The agreement encompasses $134 million in infrastructure improvements, a 10 percent reduction in carbon emissions, a 25 percent decrease in purchased electricity, and 33 percent guaranteed energy savings. This project solidifies Hackensack Meridian Health‘s dedication to remaining the largest, most comprehensive, and truly integrated healthcare network in New Jersey, offering innovative research, life-enhancing care, and a complete range of medical services.
The partnership between ENFRA and HMH is not only a testament to sustainable innovation but also a significant driver of economic growth. This collaboration sets the stage for a transformative impact on both the healthcare sector and the local workforce. Creating jobs is a cornerstone of this initiative, primarily through the engagement of construction and trades crews responsible for implementing energy-efficient solutions.
The workforce involved in executing these improvements becomes an integral part of fostering a greener and more sustainable future.
This partnership between ENFRA and Hackensack Meridian Health signifies a commitment to sustainable practices, operational efficiency, and the advancement of healthcare infrastructure. It sets the stage for a greener and more resilient future in the healthcare sector, showcasing the potential of long-term collaborations in creating lasting positive impacts on both business operations and the environment.
This partnership puts Hackensack Meridian Health on course to meet critical sustainability and energy resilience goals – complementing the State’s initiatives to invest in renewable energy and reduce our carbon footprint. I commend both Hackensack Meridian Health and Bernhard for embarking on this important partnership to bolster the energy infrastructure of New Jersey’s healthcare industry, ensuring hospitals are prepared to continue delivering quality care.
Hampton University
