{"id":28541,"date":"2024-02-13T03:13:20","date_gmt":"2024-02-13T03:13:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/northmoregordon.com\/?p=28541"},"modified":"2024-02-13T03:13:24","modified_gmt":"2024-02-13T03:13:24","slug":"how-to-reduce-energy-costs-in-large-pools-and-aquatic-centres","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/northmoregordon.com\/articles\/how-to-reduce-energy-costs-in-large-pools-and-aquatic-centres\/","title":{"rendered":"Swimming Towards Sustainability: How to Reduce Energy Costs in Large Pools and Aquatic Centres"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Large Pools and Aquatic Centres around Australia are hubs for recreation and wellness, but they often present Operators with substantial energy challenges. These facilities are among the highest energy-consuming assets for local governments, hotels, private schools, gyms, and Universities, with high gas and electricity use. As a result they are a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions, which must be addressed if Net Zero emissions are to be achieved. However, addressing these challenges and transforming pools into models of low-carbon, energy efficient recreation is now a reality, thanks to the adoption of energy-efficient heat pumps, and some financial support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-energy-challenges-in-aquatic-centres-and-pools\">Energy Challenges in Aquatic Centres and Pools:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Aquatic centres are energy-intensive facilities, demanding gas and electricity for a range of vital services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Water heating: Large volumes of water must be heated for the pools, air conditioning systems and showers to ensure the comfort of visitors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indoor Climate Control: Maintaining a comfortable temperature and humidity in indoor areas necessitates heating and cooling systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Filtration and Circulation: Pool filtration pumps are critical to ensure water quality and safety.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Illumination: Indoor and outdoor lighting is essential for safety and functionality.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electrical Appliances: Various electrical appliances and equipment are in use for gyms, fitness rooms, administration and other areas.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Whilst many pools use gas for heating, the low water temperature needs, strong policy drivers to &#8216;get off gas&#8217;, Government grants, Environmental Certificate Schemes, and greater availability of heat pumps in the industry make them a great candidate for electrification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-efficient-heat-pumps-as-a-solution\">Efficient Heat Pumps as a Solution:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To tackle these energy challenges, aquatic centres can transition from conventional heating systems to energy-efficient heat pumps. Installation of electric Heat Pumps, supported by contracts for purchase of Renewable Electricity, offer a sustainable and cost-effective solution:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reduced Emissions: Heat pumps align with emission reduction targets by reducing reliance on gas-based heating, and become powered by an increasingly renewable grid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Renewable Integration: Aquatic centres can leverage on-site renewable energy, like solar PV panels, to power heat pumps, further reducing their carbon footprint.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhanced Efficiency: Heat pumps for low-temperature water heating are highly energy efficient, delivering heating and cooling while minimizing electricity consumption, leading to long-term cost savings.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-financing-the-upgrade\">Financing the upgrade<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whilst heat pumps are a great solution, they are not without challenges. The three big challenges are<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Power supply capacity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Space<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finance for the heat pump and any related upgrades to related parts of the facility. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately there are mechanisms to help with the finance which include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A Government Grant for aquatic centres if you are a local Government (Community Upgrade Fund)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental Certificates if you are in Victoria or NSW (ESCs or VEECs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A Feasibility Study Grant if you are a private sector Small-Medium Enterprise (SME) with less than 200 employees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-next-steps\">Next Steps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>What is your next step and how can we help?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Register a project for Energy Efficiency Certificates in NSW or Victoria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply for a Government Grant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Energy Audit of my facility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feasibility Study <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Large Pools and Aquatic Centres around Australia are hubs for recreation and wellness, but they often present Operators with substantial energy challenges. 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