New high
efficiency boilers will provide an annual cost saving to the Centre of $14k and reduce its greenhouse gas
emissions by 4000 tonnes a year.
Nathan Byles,
Swimming Centre Manager, explained how the heaters operated, “Instead of
running directly through a boiler, pool water will be diverted past heating
coils. This highly efficient system requires less maintenance and will decrease
the wear and tear on equipment experienced from previous direct contact with
chlorinated water.”
Mr Byles says
the boiler chimneys look a bit like two steam trains running down a track.
“When you see the chimneys, don’t be alarmed, it is not smoke, they are
expelling highly condensed steam. It’s a positive thing, the steam dissipates
and results in low carbon emissions”.
By replacing
the Unley Swimming Centre’s gas heaters with a more efficient operating system,
the City of Unley has demonstrated a clear commitment to enhancing the local
communities’ health and wellbeing.
The Centres recent
installation of solar panels and implementation of various water saving
initiatives further contribute to the City of Unley’s commitment to a
sustainable city.
The Centre will
open for the 2013/2014 season on Saturday 14 September.
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