NEHES Monthly Digest

New England Healthcare Engineers Society

NEHES News
Spotlight on NEHES Member Scholarships: Supporting Professional Growth and Community
  

NEHES is proud to support the professional development of healthcare facility leaders across New England through the NEHES Member Scholarship Program. Each year, scholarships help members advance their education, expand their networks, and participate in valuable industry events that strengthen both individual careers and the healthcare engineering community.


This fall, Raymond Gorski, a dedicated NEHES member from Connecticut, was awarded a scholarship to attend the 2025 NEHES Fall Conference. His experience underscores the true impact of this program.

Calling All New ASHE Certificate Holders
 
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Upcoming Events
RIHES Education Session: What can ASHRAE Standard 241 do for your facility? | Tuesday, December 2

ASHRAE Standard 241, Control of Infectious Aerosols, establishes minimum requirements to reduce the risk of infectious aerosol transmission in new and existing buildings. This event is designed for building owners, facility managers, and HVAC professionals to help them understand and apply this critical standard to create healthier indoor environments.


Learn More & Register Today: https://nehes.org/event/rihes120225

Save the Date for the 2026 NEHES Spring Seminar!
Mark your calendar to join us Friday, April 3, 2026, in Manchester, NH.
We Build Relationships For Life.
Engelberth Construction, Inc.®
Engelberth Construction has worked in some of Northern New England’s most advanced hospitals, medical centers, and research facilities. With a strong record of on-time, on-budget delivery and exemplary safety, we bring unmatched experience to every project. Our adaptable, well-trained teams are equipped to meet unique healthcare demands, reinforcing the trusted relationships we’ve built through consistent results.
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ASHE Update
Committee Wraps Up Work on Reliability-Centered Maintenance Resource
Health Facilities Management

ASHE has released a resource called the Reliability-Centered Maintenance Journey for Health Care Facilities, offering tools and guidance to help health care organizations plan and implement effective RCM programs for improved reliability and operational excellence.
FacilityConneX LLC
CTC Building Solutions
Sustainability
National Academy of Medicine: Building Momentum to Act on Health Care Decarbonization Webinar Series
This NAM Climate Collaborative webinar series focuses on sharing resources and building momentum to act on health care decarbonization. Watch these recorded webinars to dive into high impact interventions that the health care workforce can implement within clinical settings to enhance sustainability and climate action, while also making the broader business case for these efforts.
Health Care Systems Go Electric for Sustainability and Resiliency
Health Facilities Management

Hospitals are increasingly adopting electric designs with advanced energy systems and renewable integration to meet sustainability goals, improve resiliency, and reduce emissions while preparing for future regulations and climate challenges.
Join the Movement: Help NEHES Elevate New England in ASHE’s Energy to Care Program
New England hospitals continue to lead in smart, sustainable facility operations. Now, we invite you to take the next step by joining ASHE’s Energy to Care® program—a free, confidential, nationally recognized platform that helps hospitals track and improve energy performance.
100 Years of Healthcare Building!
Turner Construction Company®
For more than a century, Turner is proud to celebrate a century of building exceptional healthcare facilities, a testament to our legacy of progress, innovation, and excellence. As the #1 healthcare builder in the U.S., this milestone reflects our unwavering commitment to shaping environments that advance medical care and research. Visit turnerconstruction.com to learn more!
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NEHES Launches New Sustainability Resource Hub!
 
EV Chargers and Energy Storage Opportunities in New England Webinar
 
Eagle Rivet Roof Service Corporation
The Wilkinson Companies
Facility Management News
Adapting to Challenges Before and After Opening
Health Facilities Management

A decades-old hospital was transformed into a modern, resilient health hub through strategic adaptability, inclusive planning, and phased implementation while addressing evolving priorities, community needs, and unexpected challenges like the pandemic.
Cost Saving Strategies for Hospital Modernization Projects
Healthcare Facilities Today

Hospitals can reduce modernization costs by prioritizing targeted upgrades, leveraging modular components, using energy performance contracts, and aligning long-term capital plans with regulatory compliance and future climate resilience.
Expert Infection Control: Nephros Filters & Peracidin Supplies
Total Quality Medical Inc.®
Total Quality Medical is the oldest and trusted distributor of Nephros Class II medical device water filters, we provide high-quality water filtration solutions for critical healthcare environments. Our point-of-use and in-line filters ensure pure water for surgical handwashing, medical equipment, wound cleaning, and more. Peracidin disinfectant further supports infection control. Maximize safety and efficiency with Total Quality Medical.
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2025 Environmental Services Departments of the Year
Health Facilities Management

Top-performing hospital environmental services teams were honored for excellence in sanitation, infection prevention, sustainability, and innovative practices that improve patient safety and operational efficiency.