Decarb NY Healthcare
🌟 Presented in partnership with: Trane, SOM, and Installnet
Hospitals and healthcare systems operate 24/7 and face complex challenges in reducing carbon emissions, managing waste, and complying with regulations like NYC’s Local Law 97 (LL97) — all while maintaining high standards of patient care.
Join us for an engaging, closed-door gathering to explore practical strategies and solutions for decarbonizing healthcare facilities. From technology showcases to real-world case studies, this summit brings together experts in energy, infrastructure, sustainability, and healthcare operations.
⚖️ We follow Chatham House Rule — nothing said or presented will be shared publicly to ensure candid discussion and knowledge-sharing among our members.
Summit Focus
We’ll examine five critical challenges:
High energy demand in mission-critical environments
Complex regulatory compliance, including LL97
Aging infrastructure and deferred maintenance
Heating, cooling, and ventilation system efficiency
Waste reduction and sustainable procurement strategies
Summit Agenda & Speaker Lineup
8:00 - 8:45 AM – Registration
8:45 - 9 AM - Opening Remarks
Scott Donachie, CEO at Decarb Summits
– Connecting decision-makers across real estate, finance, and technology to drive sustainable impact, leading over 170+ organizations in transforming the built environment. LinkedIn
9:00 - 9:30 AM - Building the Business Case for Decarbonizing Healthcare
Shane Dunne, EVP, Head of Sustainability Management at Oakwell - Delivers cost-saving, risk-reducing environmental solutions for health systems. He previously spearheaded Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center’s award-winning program, securing nine consecutive Top 25 Environmental Excellence Awards and over 60 industry honors. LinkedIn
Robert Berninger is Director of Plant Operations, Energy & Engineering at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, overseeing central plants and building systems across a complex healthcare and research portfolio. With nearly two decades at MSK and a SUNY Maritime background, he focuses on reliable, efficient operations, capital planning, and team development. LinkedIn
Elizabeth Schumacher, Founder & CEO at Affinity Strategies - An association accelerator serving healthcare and mission-driven organizations. Bringing a patient-voice lens to sustainable healthcare, and mentors startups with Health Wildcatters. A frequent speaker and board advisor, she focuses on strategy, governance, and patient-centered impact. LinkedIn
9:30 - 10:00 AM - Technology Showcase Presentation (Open Slot)
10:00 - 10:30 AM – Best Practices and Lessons Learned in Decarbonizing Healthcare
Dan Mastin, Corporate Energy and Commissioning Program Manager at New York-Presbyterian Hospital - Leading retro-commissioning studies, efficiency upgrades, and measurement-and-verification to ensure compliance with Local Law 87 and optimize hospital systems. With over 15 years in energy consulting, from ASHRAE audits at TRC Companies to commissioning at Aramark, he’s delivered multimillion-dollar savings through HVAC, solar PV, and controls projects. LinkedIn
Dr. Ehsan Mousavi, Assistant Professor of Construction Management at Clemson University - Specializing in construction engineering and management. With over seven years of international industry experience, he leads award-winning graduate research in project budgeting, estimating, and advanced construction practices. LinkedIn
Fred Betz, Building Performance Consultant - A building performance consultant and Carnegie Mellon PhD candidate with over 15 years of experience integrating large‐scale energy and water systems in complex commercial buildings, from early design consulting to detailed engineering of solar thermal, photovoltaic, and geoexchange solutions. LinkedIn
10:30 - 11:00 AM – Coffee & Networking
11:00 - 11:30 AM - Balancing Growth & Sustainability in Healthcare Systems
Dale Ewing (moderator), Founder & CEO at Installnet
– Advocates for sustainability and the circular economy, pioneering waste diversion initiatives that have repurposed over 50 million pounds of furniture and equipment. LinkedInReed Omary, Founder & CEO at The Greenwell Project - A frequent speaker, he advances planetary health through innovation, strategy, and patient-centered sustainable medicine. LinkedIn
Elizabeth Schumacher, Founder & CEO at Affinity Strategies - An association accelerator serving healthcare and mission-driven organizations. Bringing a patient-voice lens to sustainable healthcare, and mentors startups with Health Wildcatters. A frequent speaker and board advisor, she focuses on strategy, governance, and patient-centered impact. LinkedIn
11:30 – 11:45 AM - Case Study: Ainsworth
Randy Topp, Senior Vice President at Ainsworth - Directs the PMO, Energy Services Group, and Service Management Office across Canada. A Schulich mini-MBA graduate, he specializes in mechanical and electrical contracting, energy performance contracting, and integrated design-build delivery. LinkedIn
11:45 – 12:00 PM – Technology Showcase (Open Slot)
12:00 – 12:30 PM – Lunch & Networking
12:30 – 1:00 PM – Complying with Local Law 97 in Healthcare
Panel on how major health systems are addressing LL97:
Operational Emissions: Energy monitoring, renewable energy integration, and systems upgrades for LL97 compliance.
Waste & Scope 3: On-site medical waste treatment reduces transport-related emissions and waste output.
Procurement & Flexibility: Sustainable sourcing and nonprofit status enable LL97 adjustment pathways tailored for healthcare.
1:00 – 1:20 PM – Technology Showcase: Trane (Speaker to be Announced)
1:20 – 1:50 PM – Indoor Air Quality & Advanced HVAC Monitoring
Explore cutting-edge solutions to enhance air quality and HVAC efficiency in hospital environments.
1:50 – 2:05 PM – Technology Showcase (Open Slot)
2:05 - 2:15 PM - Closing Remarks
Scott Donachie, CEO at Decarb Summits
– Connecting decision-makers across real estate, finance, and technology to drive sustainable impact, leading over 170+ organizations in transforming the built environment. LinkedIn