title: Magnetic fields of green.
abstract: By incorporating even the basic elements of a more environmentally friendly, "green"construction and design in an MRI setting can create a safer, more pleasant space for the patients and staff, better images, and operational cost savings. Using building systems that have reduced amounts of steel can decrease construction time, increase thermal insulation, and reduce the weight of the structure meaning less energy required to transport and install. HVAC systems and lighting design can also play a major role in creating a "green"MRI suite. LEED certification places a focus on quality of the built environment, life cycle cost, and a productive indoor environment, as well as impact on the exterior environment. An LEED certified building considers costs and benefits for the lifetime of the building.
authors: RAD-Planning, Junk Architects. sbranton@junkarchitects.com
authors: Scott
authors: S
authors: Branton
authors: Lawrence
authors: L
authors: Lile
mesh_terms: D004496:Education, Continuing; D006801:Humans; D007374:Interior Design and Furnishings / Q000191:economics / Q000379:methods*; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D011872:Radiology Department, Hospital