Project: Solar Thermal/ PV Summer Works 2023
The project spanned two consecutive years, with the initial phase focused on the installation of a solar thermal hot water system combined with small power capabilities (PV).
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This initiative aimed to enhance the energy efficiency of two neighboring buildings, thereby fostering a more cost-effective and environmentally friendly approach to energy consumption.
Upon implementation, the advantages of the system became readily apparent, prompting the client to make the informed decision to expand its coverage to encompass the entire range of halls of residence. This endeavor was executed with resounding success, achieving a 100% compliance with the stipulated timelines and budgetary constraints that was achieved during the summer break of 2023.
One of the most significant challenges encountered in the execution of solar thermal and photovoltaic project was the unique fact that during the six-week summer break when the university's halls of residence were temporarily devoid of the usual undergraduate students that the University accommodates international students that are minors.
This necessitated meticulous planning and coordination, as RG2 was required to manage an active construction site concurrently housing students and staff on the premises. We had to carefully consider the operation of heavy plant machinery, scaffold erection, and dismantling procedures in this complex environment. Multiple factors had to be taken into consideration
for the project to be a success.
As a result of these efforts, the Halls of Residence on the Harrow Campus are now not only experiencing tangible financial benefits but also making a substantial ethical contribution by significantly reducing the site's carbon footprint.