15-storey patient tower coming to Toronto Western Hospital

15-storey patient tower coming to Toronto Western Hospital

The Ontario government is spending nearly $800 million on a new 15-storey patient care tower at Toronto Western Hospital. The investment will bring more beds and operating rooms to University Health Network’s campus on Bathurst Street in downtown Toronto, which currently serves about 450,000 people. The plan entails more comfortable space for family members, modern…

Reconomy opens new tech hub in Bucharest

Reconomy opens new tech hub in Bucharest

The international circular economy specialist has launched RecoTek – its new technology hub in Bucharest, Romania, marking the next phase of technological and strategic growth for the business. A pioneer in Greentech, Reconomy provides platforms and processes for deposit return systems, reverse vending, packaging and electrical compliance and recycling as well as product reuse and…

California startup Watershed raises $100 million for emissions-tracking software

California startup Watershed raises $100 million for emissions-tracking software

San Francisco-based Watershed Technology recently raised $100 million in its Series C, kicking off February with a strong showing for climate tech funding. The infusion values the software company at $1.8 billion. The climate tech company helps businesses track their greenhouse gas emissions and other environmental impacts via specific software. Once emission hotspots are identified,…

3 finance strategies to help with corporate climate goals

3 finance strategies to help with corporate climate goals

As companies seek to align their business practices with sustainability goals, chief financial officers are uniquely positioned to facilitate that transformation. CFOs are accustomed to synthesizing data across organizations to analyze and report on business activities and risks for myriad stakeholders. Their teams will play a larger role in ESG reporting, especially delivering on regulations…

Infusion Bay Design to Balance Privacy and Efficiency

Infusion Bay Design to Balance Privacy and Efficiency

Good design can ease discomfort, but one standardized choice might not fit all. Patient safety, comfort and a sense of control are central to infusion center design. Spa-like amenities, calming décor, scenic views and a range of privacy options are trends quickly becoming standard in the industry, whether medical clients are building new infusion centers…

The future of grocery store design: It may be time for the checkout aisle to check out

The future of grocery store design: It may be time for the checkout aisle to check out

The checkout aisle has always been a source of frustration for both shopper and grocer, alike. For shoppers, the frustration stems from long waits for one of three cashiers, despite there being 15 check-stands. For grocers, the checkout aisle is one of the greatest sources of customer complaints and shrink, which directly affects their bottom…