11Natural lighting and ventilation
Progress
On time
- Not started
- Planning
- Implementation
- Continuous
OBJECTIVE
IMPACT
LowTotal abatement potential depends on number of lights and windows.
Description
Utilising natural lighting and ventilation avoids energy use and associated emissions for lighting and HVAC systems.
Council can use facility assessments to identify feasibility of natural ventilation – considerations include location of windows, ability and ease to open and close windows, and building management systems.
Highest energy consuming buildings will be prioritised for assessment and action first.
Building upgrades will be accompanied with staff awareness campaign (e.g. don't turn lights on if room is sufficiently lit with natural light, responsible person for operation of building management system).
Tasks
What's left to do?
- 30/06/2024
Gather information on existing and completed natural lighting and ventilation projects or assessments
- Add information to Energy Efficiency Register module in Council's Asset Management software (Unity).
- Gather photos.
- 31/05/2027
Natural lighting and ventilation as standard practice in new builds
Work with Capital Works to find way forward in embedding sustainable building practices and specifications into all new builds.
What has been done?
- 31/01/2023
Kiewa multi-purpose pavilion changerooms natural ventilation
The changerooms were designed for natural convection ventilation. The doors have ventilation grilles at low height and windows at a high level. This creates natural convection to ventilate the rooms which eliminates the need for a mechanical system.
Summary and contacts
Timeline
Continuous
Target audience
Responsible organisations
- Assets & PropertyManages Council's assets and property.
- Capital Works & WasteManages new builds and major renovations.
- Environment & SustainabilityProvides technical advice and helps prioritise facilities using Trellis.
Emissions Scope
Indicative costs
[Council to insert price of quotes or past projects]
Indicative savings
Operational savings through reduced need for artificial lighting and heating/cooling.
Information updated 12/03/2024