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New CMS waiver will allow hospitals to use micro electrical grids as backup power

Consider using a healthcare microgrid system (HCMS) for your facility’s required emergency electrical backup to lifesaving systems now that CMS has approved a new categorical waiver. The alternative energy system could help you meet upcoming requirements to reduce greenhouse emissions as well as provide a backup to the longstanding emergency generators at hospitals and most other healthcare facilities.

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