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Pebble and planting feature in the reception area

Matching wall and planter cladding on the walkway approaching the main entrance Pebble and planting feature viewed from above

account how this risk of water shortages could be mitigated, and Aiming for zero emissions
water is conserved as far as possible through its own on-site, grey A full building management system monitors water and power
water treatment plant. Recycled grey water is collected from sources usage throughout the hospital and proactively detects where
including sinks, showers and kitchens throughout the hospital, and maintenance may be needed. This trouble-shoots the potential for
will represent about 60% of the facility’s projected water demands. any unnecessary wastage.
The grey water is safely captured through a system entirely A large area designated for sorting and processing waste materials
separate from the black water system, and treated to the purity and will enable non-hazardous healthcare waste to be reclaimed
quality standards of drinking water. Water quality is continually for recycling, reducing waste to landfill as far as possible. Non-
monitored in line with national water quality standards (SANS hazardous PVC intravenous bags and other consumables are
241) and other regulatory requirements, ensuring that the separated, recycled and turned into school shoes for learners
hospital’s water is both safe and sustainable. through the MyWalk project, a joint initiative between Netcare
and Adcock Ingram Critical Care. This approach is in keeping
It is estimated that 30,404 kl of water can be saved annually through with Netcare’s goal to achieve zero waste to landfill and 100% of
this treatment process, which will then be fed back into bulk electrical energy obtained from renewable sources by 2030.
storage ready for use. In addition, the hospital has an attenuation
pond to capture rainwater, as well as four boreholes, all of which Landscape design
can be fed back to the treatment plant and re-used within the This was undertaken by Theo Bredell of Insite Landscape Architects
facility if needed. Should the need arise, provision has also been and is bio-diverse, water-efficient and provides year-round visual
made for the treatment of black water with minimal adjustment interest. It comprises mainly indigenous, hardy species with
to the water treatment plant, as one of the future fit features of Vachellia sieberiana featuring prominently. Once mature, these
the hospital design. The building has also been fitted with energy trees have architectural features that will contribute to visual
and water efficient sanitary ware, toilets and shower heads as well interest in the landscape.
as energy saving LED lighting which is controlled by sensors to
prevent wastage when no-one is in a room or specific area. Entrances to the hospital are defined by a more formal design,
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