Healthcare provider strengthens resilience and cuts carbon emissions with new CHP systems

The challenge: 

The Trust provides hospital care to approximately 750,000 people in Greater Manchester and Trafford. Aging energy systems at Wythenshawe Hospital and Withington Community Hospital were costly to maintain and inefficient, creating an opportunity to improve reliability and reduce carbon emissions without impacting patient services. Any upgrade needed to be carefully managed to avoid disruption and minimize upfront capital expenditure while delivering long-term value. 

The solution: 

Centrica Business Solutions implemented a turnkey energy solution that included two new Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems, removal of outdated boilers, installation of 9,200 LED light fittings, and a new Building Management System to optimize comfort and efficiency. The project was funded through an energy performance financing model, supported by a long-term contract to ensure operational reliability and maintenance.

The result:

The project delivered a critical upgrade to aging infrastructure and achieved significant energy cost savings, allowing the Trust to redirect resources toward patient care. The improved energy resilience also reduces dependency on grid-supplied electricity, enhancing the hospital sites’ ability to maintain operations during grid instability or outage events. Additionally, annual carbon emissions were reduced by 25%, equivalent to removing more than 780 cars from the road. The new Building Management System enhances comfort for staff and patients by maintaining optimal temperatures, and the installation of 9,200 LED fittings minimizes maintenance disruptions. Together, these improvements create a more reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy system that supports the Trust’s long-term operational and environmental goals.