The NSW Schools Energy Program aimed to enhance energy efficiency across 15 public schools through innovative upgrades, including LED lighting, solar systems, HVAC replacements, and BMS enhancements. This project delivered measurable sustainability outcomes, reduced energy costs, and improved environmental quality for students and staff.
| Project Name | NSW Schools Energy Program |
| Client Company | School Infrastructure |
| Project Type | Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Program |
| Project Value | $12 million |
| Project Start AND Finish | 2015 – 2015 |
| Strategic Objective | To improve energy efficiency across 25 public schools in NSW by reducing energy consumption, increasing sustainability, and lowering operational costs through advanced technology and innovative solutions. |
| The Challenge / Need | The NSW Government identified the top 50 schools with the highest energy use per capita. These schools required significant upgrades to improve energy efficiency, reduce energy costs, and ensure compliance with stringent anti-glare and environmental standards across multiple sites with minimal disruption to school operations. |
| Our Approach | – Conducted comprehensive energy and due diligence audits. – Engineered tailored solutions addressing each school’s unique energy profile. – Implemented project management strategies to ensure minimal disruption during school hours. – Worked collaboratively with stakeholders, suppliers, and contractors to maintain alignment with project objectives and timelines. |
| Solution & Key Deliverables | – Installation of 18,000 LED fittings. – Deployment of 950kW of solar power systems. – Replacement of 12 HVAC systems. – Upgraded 16 Building Management Systems (BMS). – Installed 22 Power Factor Correction units. – Solar tinting for 9,500 windows. – Compliance with anti-glare UGR rating < 18. – ESC creation under the NSW Government Energy Savings Scheme. |
| Risks and Challenges | – Ensuring minimal disruption to educational activities during installation. – Managing multiple contractors across geographically dispersed locations. – Compliance with strict energy efficiency and safety standards. – Coordination across government agencies, suppliers, and contractors to meet project deadlines. |
| Result / Outcome | – Significant reduction in energy consumption across the 15 schools. – Lower operational energy costs. – Enhanced sustainability and environmental outcomes. – Improved indoor environmental quality for students and staff. – Compliance with NSW Government Energy Savings Scheme requirements. |
| Our Value-Added Differentiator | – Expertise in energy audits and tailored energy solutions. – Seamless project execution across multiple locations. – Commitment to compliance with anti-glare and energy efficiency standards. – Strong focus on stakeholder engagement and transparent communication. – Delivery of measurable energy efficiency results with long-term sustainability benefits. |
