Johannesbad Group: Sustainable water savings Bad Füssing of 73,000 m³ annual with ecoturbino | Success report with facts and figures from 5 years

Johannesbad Group: Sustainable 73,000 m³ Water Savings Bad Füssing with ecoturbino | A Success Report from Practice from 2017 to 2024 with Impressive Numbers and Facts

In a time when sustainability and resource conservation are becoming increasingly important, the Johannesbad Group is setting a strong example. Since 2017, one of Germany’s leading healthcare providers has been using our innovative ecoturbino system in showers and sinks in its clinics and thermal baths.

The results, annually summarized by Josef Wimmer, Head of Energy and Sustainability Management at Johannesbad Holding SE & Co. KG, speak for themselves: A total reduction in water consumption of 73,504 m³ (-24.8%) and in the clinics alone 58,978 m³ (-24.7%) between 2017 and 2022.

This success report shows how sustainable technologies can not only protect the environment but also bring economic benefits to healthcare facilities.

The Johannesbad Group: A Pioneer in Healthcare

The Johannesbad Group, with its headquarters in Bad Füssing, is one of the ten largest healthcare providers in Germany. The company operates nine specialist and rehabilitation clinics, seven health hotels, the Johannesbad Therme – Germany’s largest privately operated healing water thermal bath – as well as medical care centers and a vocational school for physiotherapy and massage (Source: johannesbad.de).

With over 2,000 employees at various locations, the group offers top-class medical care and focuses on innovation and sustainability.

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Locations and Specializations

The Johannesbad Group is present throughout Germany, with locations such as Bad Füssing, Saarschleife, Raupennest, Königshof, Furth im Wald, Fredeburg, Hochsauerland, Holthauser Mühle, Adaption Dortmund, Germering, Reha Nord Dresden and Klaus Störtebeker Ostseestrand on Usedom.

Each clinic has specific focuses, such as the Hochsauerland Specialist Clinic for internal-psychosomatic diseases or the Nuremberg Day Clinic for outpatient addiction therapy. Its international presence is complemented by the hotel in Gasteiner Tal, Austria, which underscores its reach and flexibility.

Sustainability as a Corporate Goal

The Johannesbad Group is pursuing the ambitious goal of becoming climate-neutral by 2035. It is already implementing measures such as the use of combined heat and power plants, electromobility, and energy-efficient technologies.

The introduction of the ecoturbino system is a central building block of this strategy, showing how ecological responsibility and economic benefits can go hand in hand.

ecoturbino: A Simple Technical Solution for Water Savings

In 2017, the Johannesbad Group decided to install the ecoturbino system across the board in its clinics and thermal baths.

Our shower adapter reduces water consumption in showers and sinks by 40 to 50%, without compromising comfort for patients and guests. Small “turbines” mix air into the water stream, optimizing the flow and making the shower experience pleasant.

How Does ecoturbino Work?

The ecoturbino system is ingeniously simple: By mixing in air, less water per minute is consumed, while the water stream remains powerful due to the increased flow velocity.

This ensures a full shower volume despite reduced water consumption – a crucial factor for acceptance in healthcare facilities, where comfort and hygiene are top priorities. Despite the water savings, the shower comfort remains fully preserved.

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Patients and guests notice no difference in the water stream, which increases the acceptance of the system. This is particularly important in facilities where people’s well-being is the focus.

Impressive Johannesbad Results: The Water Savings in Numbers

Under the leadership of Josef Wimmer, the results of the ecoturbino deployment from 2017 to 2022 were precisely documented. The numbers are impressive:

• Total Reduction: 73,504 m³ of water saved, corresponding to a reduction of 24.8%.
• Clinics Alone: 58,978 m³ less water, equivalent to a savings of 24.7%.

Johannesbad Group | Annual water savings

“The ecoturbino system has exceeded our expectations,” says Josef Wimmer. “The significant reduction in water consumption shows how effective small changes can achieve big things.”
These results not only reflect the ecological success, but also the financial savings through lower water and wastewater costs – a compelling argument for those responsible in hospitals and healthcare operations.

Further Benefits of the ecoturbino Shower System

In addition to pure water savings, ecoturbino offers a variety of additional benefits that make it an ideal solution for healthcare facilities:

• Energy Savings and CO2 Reduction
  Less water also means less energy for hot water preparation. This significantly reduces energy consumption and supports the Johannesbad Group in its goal of climate neutrality.
  Through conversations with healthcare operations, we are aware that the topic of “energy efficiency in clinics” is gaining increasing relevance – a clear indication that sustainable technologies are in demand in the healthcare sector.
• Sustainable Cost Savings | Install Once – Gain for Many Years
  The reduction in water and energy consumption leads to direct savings in operating costs. In times of rising energy prices, this is a decisive advantage that makes ecoturbino economically attractive. For hospital managements, this means double relief: ecologically and financially.
• Improved Hygiene
  An often overlooked benefit is the hygienic effect of the ecoturbino showerhead drainage system. The drainage effectively cleans shower hoses and heads, reducing deposits and biofilm. This minimizes the risk of germ formation, such as Legionella, which is of crucial importance in clinics and thermal baths.
• Sustainability with Certificate
  The ecoturbino system is TÜV-Austria certified and meets the requirements of the Austrian Eco-Label. This award underscores its environmental friendliness and makes it a trustworthy choice for sustainability-conscious facilities.

Future Plans of the Johannesbad Group

The Johannesbad Group is not resting on its successes. In addition to continuing the ecoturbino system, it plans to introduce further sustainable technologies such as solar thermal and heat pumps.

A pilot project with Siemens for “digital decarbonization” of buildings shows how innovatively the company is approaching the challenges of the future. Climate neutrality is to be achieved by 2035 – a goal that seems realistic through measures like ecoturbino.

Conclusion: A Role Model for the Healthcare Sector

The Johannesbad Group proves with just a simple shower optimization that sustainability and economic viability do not have to be opposites. Over 73,000 m³ of saved water annually over more than five years already, significant cost reductions, and a contribution to climate protection make this technology perhaps a must-have for modern healthcare facilities.

For hospital managements and those responsible in thermal baths, ecoturbino offers a proven solution to reduce operating costs, comply with hygiene regulations, and at the same time contribute to environmental protection.

Would you like to learn more about how ecoturbino can make your facility more sustainable and cost-efficient? Contact us for a non-binding consultation and start your path to a greener future today!