9HVAC equipment upgrades
Progress
On time
- Not started
- Planning
- Implementation
- Continuous
OBJECTIVE
IMPACT
MediumHVAC usually accounts for around 40% of energy and new systems can be 20-40% more efficient.
Description
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) is the use of various technologies to control the temperature, humidity, and purity of the air in an enclosed space.
The goal of HVAC is to provide thermal comfort and acceptable indoor air quality.
HVAC upgrades aim to reduce energy consumption and associated emissions by upgrading inefficient HVAC equipment (e.g. chillers, units).
HVAC upgrades will align with facility assessments and target highest energy consuming buildings first.
Considerations around HVAC energy consumption include lighting, building fabric and efficiency of other equipment.
Tasks
What's left to do?
- 31/10/2024
Assess status of HVAC systems in existing buildings/facilities
- Include photographs of existing installations
- Future installations should include photos
- Add findings to Energy Efficiency Register in Asset Managment System
- Use findings to prioritise next upgrades in context of electricity consumption (Trellis) and community/staff demand
- 31/12/2025
Prioritise high energy efficiency for new buildings and major renovations
New build HVAC equipment specifications should always aim for highest energy efficiency rating that is practical.
What has been done?
- 14.12.2021
Beechworth Telegraph Station HVAC upgrade
DETAILS: Upgrade old, inefficient system to Daikon systems (1 x 10 kW and 1 x 7 kW)
COST: $9,137.31
SUPPLIER: Airmaster Australia Pty Ltd
- 14.12.2021
Rutherglen Maternal Health Centre HVAC upgrade
DETAILS: Replace old, inefficient system with 7.1 kW Daikin split system
COST: $2,675.44
SUPPLIER: Airmaster Australia Pty Ltd
- 14.12.2021
Rutherglen Library HVAC upgrade
DETAILS: Upgrade from old, inefficient system to Daikin 3.5 kW split system
COST: $2,104.33
SUPPLIER: Airmaster Australia Pty Ltd
- 14.12.2021
Yackandandah Kindergarten HVAC upgrade
DETAILS: Upgrade from old, inefficient system to Daikin 2.5 kW split system
COST: $1,946.33
SUPPLIER: Airmaster Australia Pty Ltd
- 14.12.2021
Rutherglen Depot HVAC upgrade
DETAILS: Upgrade from old, inefficient system to Daikin 7.1 kW split system
COST: $2,675.44
SUPPLIER: Airmaster Australia Pty Ltd
- 14.12.2021
Yackandandah Wellsford House HVAC upgrade
DETAILS: Upgrade from old, inefficient system to Daikin 8.5 kW split system
COST: $3044.33
SUPPLIER: Airmaster Australia Pty Ltd
- 14.12.2021
Beechworth Ned Kelly Vault HVAC upgrade
Details: Replace inefficient, older system with more efficient Daikin 7 kW system.
COST: $8,653.98
SUPPLIER: Airmaster Australia Pty Ltd
- 30.11.2021
Beechworth Memorial Hall - HVAC upgrade
DETAILS: Supply and installation of ducted split system to replace warm air furnace serving main hall.
COST: $27,186
SUPPLIER: Airmaster
- 11.08.2021
Rutherglen Depot HVAC upgrade
DETAILS: Removal of evaporative unit and electric panel heaters; installation of two Daikin highwall split systems.
COST: $7,612
SUPPLIER: Red Airconditioning
Related actions
Summary and contacts
Timeline
Continuous → 30/06/2035
Target audience
Responsible organisations
- Assets & PropertyManages Council's assets and property, including maintenance and upgrades.
- Capital Works & WasteManages capital works projects including major energy efficiency projects (e.g. solar PV installations).
- 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 improved equipment – savings reflect % efficiency improvement.
Information updated 12.03.2024