3:22 am - February 16, 2026
PureHealth partners with EPX to implement a multi-year smart energy initiative across UAE hospitals, targeting over 36,000 tonnes of CO₂ reduction and aligning with national sustainability goals.
PureHealth has kicked off a multi-year smart energy initiative in partnership with building-analytics firm EPX. The goal? To cut over 36,000 tonnes of CO₂ over the course of seven years and reduce annual energy consumption by more than 13 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) across its network of hospitals and clinics in the UAE. According to what PureHealth announced, these savings are roughly equivalent to removing about 6,500 cars from the roads for an entire year, oh, and they could power a 50-bed hospital for well over a year.
This effort, which was announced by PureHealth and has been reported by outlets like GCC Business News and Emirates24/7, puts a big emphasis on AI and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies as central to its Smart Facilities and Operations strategy. EPX will deploy its AI-driven EDGE platform along with sensors across ten major facilities operated by SEHA, SEHA Clinics, and The Medical Office (TMO). The system will gather and analyze billions of data points each year to keep tabs on energy use in real time, and then apply machine learning to find ways to optimize equipment like chillers and HVAC systems.
PureHealth described this project as one of three core energy-efficiency programs. To give some context, they mentioned that it follows an earlier move where they transitioned their vehicle fleet to hybrid models. It’s also set to run alongside plans for solar panel installations and retrofit efforts across Abu Dhabi and the Northern Emirates. Rafed, the group’s procurement arm, is handling the rollout under a multi-year contract. The company emphasized that this project supports their broader target to reach Net Zero emissions by 2040, aligning it with the UAE’s national priorities on energy efficiency and climate action.
John Balassis, who is EPX’s Executive Director and CEO, expressed his enthusiasm. “We’re super happy to be working with PureHealth, by the way, that’s the UAE’s largest integrated healthcare group, through this tender led by Rafed,” he said. “Our goal is to deliver a targeted energy optimization program across ten healthcare facilities, covering SEHA, SEHA Clinics, and TMO. It’s pretty exciting, honestly, because this project really reflects our shared commitment, both organizations’ commitment, to using data-driven solutions to improve energy efficiency and lessen environmental impact in the region’s built environment. Plus, we’re also supporting PureHealth’s journey towards Net Zero by 2040 and the UAE’s wider sustainability goals.”
The company explained that the monitoring system will run continuously, kind of like how wearable devices track your activity, except here it’s for building operations. By analyzing operational patterns via the collected data, PureHealth claims the platform will help reduce wasted energy and boost resilience, especially in critical healthcare settings. They stressed the importance of measurement and verification, suggesting that turning ambitions into tangible impact really hinges on consistent tracking.
Experts in the industry have been noting that digital optimization is becoming increasingly vital for hospital decarbonization. Smart controls and fault detection, for example, can deliver quick, low-cost savings, often before investing in larger, more expensive projects like solar panels or major retrofits. That said, the extent of emissions reductions really depends on how strong the baseline performance is and how faithfully these measures are implemented. PureHealth, for its part, reports a pretty impressive recent track record, citing a 37 percent drop in greenhouse gas intensity since 2022 and a 9 percent decline year-over-year in 2024. The company also mentions receiving third-party recognitions, including a provisional MSCI AAA rating, a Sustainalytics “Low Risk” climate score, and a spot among Refinitiv/LSEG’s Top 50 Global ESG-rated healthcare companies, so, they’re pretty proud of that.
Beyond just energy savings, PureHealth has been ramping up its digital and AI efforts. They recently launched Pura, an AI-powered health app that integrates wearable data, telemedicine, and personalized health scoring. Shaista Asif, Co-Founder and Group COO of PureHealth, said Pura helps push the company’s focus on longevity and broadens its digital health services worldwide. Additionally, they’ve teamed up with Dell Technologies to look into using generative AI for early disease detection, data analysis, and customized care pathways. Basically, these moves highlight a larger strategy, combining efforts to reduce energy and emissions with digital transformation across both clinical and non-clinical sides of operations.
PureHealth’s sustainability efforts have also gone public. They’re reported to have joined the UN-backed Race to Zero initiative, marking what’s believed to be the first case of a healthcare institution in the region doing so. They presented this as a step well aligned with both national and emirate-level climate strategies. According to Al Ittihad, the signing ceremony involved representatives from the Environment Agency of Abu Dhabi and senior executives from PureHealth.
Of course, while the company’s announcements are ambitious, aiming for massive CO₂ reductions over seven years, independent verification and ongoing transparency will be key for stakeholders. Achieving the projected reduction of 36,000 tonnes of CO₂ hinges on consistent delivery and continuous optimization across all sites. Usually, government agencies or third-party auditors provide the most trustworthy assurance when it comes to turning projects in the pipeline into actual reported emissions reductions.
For the UAE, this initiative fits into a broader national push to decarbonize infrastructure and digitize essential services. Healthcare facilities are notoriously energy-intensive, and smart building tech could be an effective way to cut operational emissions without disrupting patient care or clinical services. If executed as described, PureHealth’s program could serve as a significant example of how AI and IoT tech can be scaled across a sizable healthcare portfolio in the region. Their ambition to reach Net Zero by 2040 remains a long-term goal, but this smart energy project is an early step, one of many, in that direction.
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- https://www.gccbusinessnews.com/purehealth-smart-energy-project-carbon/ – Please view link – unable to able to access data
- https://purehealth.ae/purehealth-launches-smart-energy-project-to-cut-carbon-emissions-by-36000-tonnes-over-seven-years/ – PureHealth, the Middle East’s largest healthcare group, has initiated a smart energy project in collaboration with EPX to reduce over 36,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions over seven years, equivalent to removing 6,500 cars from the road annually. The project aims to decrease annual energy consumption by more than 13 million kilowatt-hours across PureHealth’s UAE healthcare network, sufficient to power a 50-bed hospital for over a year. Utilizing EPX’s AI-driven EDGE platform, the initiative collects and analyses data from sensors installed across 10 major facilities, including SEHA, SEHA Clinics, and The Medical Office (TMO), to optimise energy usage and reduce emissions. This project is part of PureHealth’s broader sustainability strategy, which includes transitioning its vehicle fleet to hybrid models and implementing solar and retrofit programmes. The system continuously monitors energy usage, applying machine learning to identify opportunities to optimise building systems, such as chillers and other equipment, to maximise energy efficiency and reduce emissions. Facilitated by Rafed, PureHealth’s procurement arm, the smart energy project will be rolled out across Abu Dhabi and the Northern Emirates under a multi-year contract. This initiative supports PureHealth’s Net Zero by 2040 ambition and aligns with the UAE’s national priorities for energy efficiency, digital transformation, and climate action.
- https://www.emirates247.com/technology/purehealth-launches-smart-energy-project-to-cut-carbon-emissions-2025-12-19-1.743196 – PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has launched a new energy efficiency and monitoring project in collaboration with smart building analytics company EPX. The initiative will reduce operational emissions by more than 36,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent over seven years – equal to taking around 6,500 cars off the road for a year – and cut annual energy use by over 13 million kilowatt hours (kWh) across the Group’s UAE healthcare network, enough to power a 50-bed hospital for more than a year. The partnership introduces a new level of intelligence into healthcare operations through artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. Using EPX’s AI-driven EDGE platform, PureHealth will collect and analyse billions of data points each year from sensors installed across 10 major facilities under SEHA, SEHA Clinics and The Medical Office (TMO). The system continuously tracks how energy is used – much like how wearable devices track human activity – and applies machine learning to identify where building systems such as chillers and other equipment can be optimised to save energy and reduce emissions. The initiative supports PureHealth’s Smart Facilities and Operations approach under its sustainability strategy. It follows the Group’s earlier move to transition its vehicle fleet to hybrid models and is one of three key projects focused on improving energy efficiency across operations, alongside upcoming solar and retrofit programmes. Facilitated by Rafed, PureHealth’s procurement arm, the project will be implemented across Abu Dhabi and the Northern Emirates through a multi-year contract. The project advances PureHealth’s Net Zero by 2040 ambition and reinforces the group’s commitment to building a smarter, more sustainable healthcare system aligned with the UAE’s national priorities for energy efficiency, digital transformation and climate action.
- https://en.aletihad.ae/news/uae/4450141/purehealth-joins-united-nations-backed-race-to-zero-initiati – PureHealth has become the first healthcare institution in the region to join the United Nations-backed Race to Zero initiative. The move resonates with the UAE’s commitment to COP28, the UAE Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative and the Environment Agency Abu Dhabi’s (EAD) comprehensive five-year Abu Dhabi Climate Change Strategy. To mark the event, a signing ceremony witnessed by the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) took place and representing the agency was Her Excellency Dr Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary-General of EAD, and Farhan Malik, Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of PureHealth, along with representatives and high-level officials from both parties. By embracing the Race to Zero, PureHealth marks a pivotal moment in its trajectory towards realising Net Zero, signifying the company’s dedication to contributing to a sustainable future.
- https://purehealth.ae/purehealth-launches-pura-application-to-enhance-health-through-ai/ – In line with its mission to advance the science of longevity, PureHealth has launched Pura, an AI-powered app that integrates the services of traditional healthcare facilities and data that utilises artificial intelligence. Pura is a comprehensive digital health partner which aims to deliver on PureHealth’s focus of longevity, integrating healthcare information obtained from multiple sources, including real-time monitoring through wearable devices. Powered by artificial intelligence, Pura consolidates multiple patient-centric health offerings on one platform including teleconsultation, medication management and adherence, diabetes management, mental wellness and overall fitness and wellness. Pura will provide individuals with their PureScore, the region’s first evidence-based dynamic score, built with Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, reflecting an individual’s current health and wellbeing, designed to encourage individuals to make informed decisions, ultimately contributing to improved health and fitness. Shaista Asif, Co-Founder and Group Chief Operating Officer at PureHealth, said: “Pura represents a significant step forward in our mission to provide accessible, innovative, and individualised healthcare solutions, taking healthcare to the cloud, to the edge and to your homes. With the power of artificial intelligence and PureScore, we empower individuals to take control of their health and wellbeing as never before. We are delighted to expand our digital footprint, by taking this Abu Dhabi developed solution to the world to amplify healthcare accessibility and empower individuals through innovative technology solutions. At PureHealth, we are on a continuous journey of adaptation and growth, harnessing digital-first methods and cloud-based healthcare solutions to champion AI-driven advances in the healthcare sector.” Pura is available globally and designed to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the entire community, offering various modules aimed at a range of users based on health needs. Future developments will also include virtual at home consultations and medicine delivery services.
- https://purehealth.ae/purehealth-partners-with-dell-technologies-to-utilise-generative-ai-to-further-enhance-healthcare-services-in-abu-dhabi/ – PureHealth has partnered with Dell Technologies to utilise generative artificial intelligence (AI) across healthcare services including in early disease detection, medical data analysis and personalised treatment plans, further enhancing the health ecosystem in Abu Dhabi. The collaboration will harness the collective resources and technologies of both companies to improve health outcomes by ensuring access to leading medical solutions and services and accelerating long-term preparedness and agility. With Dell’s innovative solutions, PureHealth aims to positively impact the wellbeing of communities by offering better patient experiences through intelligent healthcare decision-making and advancing health research. By integrating GenAI, we are poised to revolutionise the industry, improve health outcomes, and fortify our healthcare system’s readiness for the future. Our efforts align seamlessly with our vision of extending human health span. GenAI is a powerful tool and will be incorporated in our digital transformation where we aim to take healthcare to the cloud.” Walid Yehia, General Manager, UAE at Dell Technologies, said: “GenAI continues to drive meaningful conversations and propel tangible progress across industries. We are using our position as the world’s broadest GenAI infrastructure portfolio provider to help PureHealth deliver critical services to citizens.” The collaboration further solidifies PureHealth’s position as a global healthcare provider following the recent milestone acquisitions of Ardent Health Services, the US’s fourth largest private healthcare group and Circle Health Group, the UK’s largest private healthcare group. This growth path underscores in line with Abu Dhabi’s vision to bolster the emirate’s as a leading global hub for healthcare and life sciences.
- https://gulfnews.com/uae/health/purehealth-launches-mental-health-services-in-uae-via-ai-enabled-pura-app-1.500303334 – PureHealth has launched nationwide virtual mental health services through its AI-enabled health app, Pura, in collaboration with SAKINA, the region’s largest mental health network. The service gives people across the UAE direct access to licensed psychologists and psychiatrists from wherever they are. It positions mental health as a key pillar of overall wellbeing, making it easy and quick for people to seek support as part of their mental health journeys.
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Freshness check
Score:
10
Notes:
The narrative is fresh, with the earliest known publication date being December 19, 2025. It has not appeared elsewhere prior to this date. The report is based on a press release from PureHealth, which typically warrants a high freshness score. No discrepancies in figures, dates, or quotes were found. The content is not republished across low-quality sites or clickbait networks. No earlier versions show different figures, dates, or quotes. The article includes updated data and does not recycle older material.
Quotes check
Score:
10
Notes:
The direct quotes from Leya Al Damani and John Balassis appear to be original, with no identical matches found in earlier material. No variations in wording were noted. No online matches were found for these quotes, suggesting they are potentially original or exclusive content.
Source reliability
Score:
8
Notes:
The narrative originates from a reputable organisation, PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East. The report is based on a press release from PureHealth, which typically warrants a high reliability score. However, the report is published on GCC Business News, which is a single-outlet narrative. This introduces some uncertainty regarding the source’s reliability.
Plausability check
Score:
9
Notes:
The claims made in the narrative are plausible and align with PureHealth’s previous sustainability initiatives, such as their pledge to reach net-zero emissions by 2040. The narrative includes specific factual anchors, such as the reduction of 36,000 tonnes of CO₂ over seven years and the use of EPX’s AI-driven EDGE platform. The language and tone are consistent with corporate communications in the UAE. No excessive or off-topic detail unrelated to the claim is present. The tone is appropriately formal and professional.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): PASS
Confidence (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH): HIGH
Summary:
The narrative is fresh, with original quotes and a reliable source. The claims are plausible and supported by specific details. No significant credibility risks were identified.
