Non-league club goes green with Rinnai – cuts carbon emissions
A Gloucestershire non-league football club is on a mission to go green by decarbonizing its facilities. The club plans to achieve this by installing a cutting-edge Rinnai commercial heat pump system to meet its DHW requirements for the washrooms and showers.
Rinnai conducted a detailed data modelling exercise for the site, focusing on both capital and operational costs. The aim was to assess the carbon intensity of different hybrid and heat pump systems to provide the club with a clear understanding of the costs and performance parameters involved. This level of transparency is crucial for users to make informed decisions, especially when it comes to understanding the full costs associated with electrical systems. The operational costs were evaluated against the projected reductions in electricity prices from reliable sources.
When comparing operational expenses (OPEX), capital expenses (CAPEX), and carbon reductions, details about the current system at the football club were not available. However, it is known that the club currently uses a gas-powered system. Hence, a comparison between a Rinnai Heat Pump and a Rinnai natural gas-powered N1300 system was conducted and visualized with graphs.
The first graph shows the significant carbon emissions reduction achievable by installing a Rinnai high-temperature heat pump compared to a natural gas-powered N1300 system. The gas system is represented in blue, while the High Temperature Heat Pump is depicted in purple.
According to the graph, over a five-year period, a gas-fired system emits over five times the amount of carbon emissions compared to a Rinnai heat pump. In total, there is an impressive 81% reduction in carbon emissions over five years.
Another graph details the cumulative running costs over a five-year period, comparing the OPEX costs of a Rinnai N1300 natural gas appliance with a High Temperature Heat Pump. The graph illustrates a 23% increase in operational costs over five years, with the Rinnai natural gas system costing £18,844.71 and the Rinnai High Temperature Heat Pump costing £24,296.58.
Rinnai remains committed to providing transparent examples of carbon-reducing technologies that contribute to cleaner local air quality. Their product range includes multiple technologies that can be powered by current and future clean energy sources. Businesses and establishments looking to reduce emissions should consider manufacturers offering a variety of appliances capable of using clean and current fuels.
To benefit from Rinnai’s design and modelling support service, interested parties can contact them on 0300 373 0660 or visit their website at https://www.rinnai-uk.co.uk/contact-us/help-me-choose-product.
Rinnai’s range of decarbonising products, namely H1, H2, and H3, includes hot water heating units in gas, BioLPG, DME, and hydrogen-ready configurations, as well as electric instantaneous hot water heaters, electric storage cylinders, buffer vessels, a wide range of heat pumps, solar systems, and hybrid formats for residential or commercial use. These products offer efficient, robust, and affordable low carbon solutions.
As a global leader in hot water heaters, Rinnai manufactures over two million units annually across five continents. The brand is known for its high performance, cost-efficiency, and long working life. Rinnai products are UKCA certified, with A-rated water efficiency and multiple fuel options available, along with 24/7 purchasing and delivery services.
Rinnai also offers carbon and cost comparison services to assess the financial and carbon savings potential of investing in their systems. They provide system design recommendations tailored to specific properties and offer comprehensive training courses and technical support in the water heating industry.
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