Hutton Moor Leisure Centre | PSDS Case Study
Energy & Sustainability
HUTTON MOOR LEISURE CENTRE (PSDS)
A significant decarbonisation project is underway at Hutton Moor Leisure Centre, a collaborative effort between North Somerset Council, Parkwood Leisure, and Parkwood Project Management. The initiative is financially supported by North Somerset Council and Salix Finance through the Government’s Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) Phase 3c. Key Objectives: The project aims to replace outdated gas boilers with advanced Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs) and upgrade critical mechanical and electrical systems to enhance overall efficiency.
Timeline and Impact: Scheduled for completion and full operation by March 2026, this project is forecast to reduce direct carbon emissions by up to 400 tonnes annually. In recent years, the imperative need to address climate change has been at the forefront of Parkwood Project Management’s forward thinking enterprise. As part of our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, PPM has been supporting its clients in funding and delivering decarbonisation initiatives with its turnkey approach from initial funding application through to project completion and handover. This case study of Hutton Moor Leisure Centre highlights our approach, and the impact of those initiatives.
THE PUBLIC SECTOR DECARBONISATION SCHEME (PSDS)
We commend the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) for launching the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) through Salix in September 2020. This £1 billion initiative supported energy efficiency & heat decarbonisation projects in England’s public sector. For details and eligibility, visit www.salixfinance.co.uk. PPM & Parkwood Leisure support numerous Public Sector organisations in securing funding which contributes to a sustainable future.
The project has completely removed fossil fuel heating from the leisure centre and replaced with high-efficiency ASHPs, integrated with upgraded control systems and modernised mechanical and electrical assets. These improvements will allow the centre to operate more efficiently, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and lower energy costs. This project is being delivered through close collaboration between: North Somerset Council, providing leadership and part-funding. Salix Finance, providing PSDS Phase 3c grant funding support. Parkwood Leisure, operators of Hutton Moor Leisure Centre. Parkwood Project Management, are overseeing design and delivery of the scheme.
A GREENER FUTURE FOR A FLAGSHIP COMMUNITY FACILITY
Ageing gas boilers are being replaced with cutting-edge ASHPs to remove fossil fuel heating from the facility. These ASHPs are integrated with upgraded control systems and modernised mechanical and electrical assets, lowering energy costs. ASHP’s Key mechanical and electrical systems are being upgraded to improve overall efficiency and integrate seamlessly with the new ASHPs these include distribution, motors, heat emitters, what exchangers and domestic water facilities. The existing outdated and inefficient BMS is being upgraded to enhance operational control, comfort, and reduce energy consumption. This includes replacing BMS controllers, incorporating energy-efficient control procedures, and installing variable speed drives on pool circulation motors.
Project Details
Location
Hutton Moor
Client
North Somerset Council
Funding
£2,344,518.00
