CASE STUDY KENDAL GOLF CLUB
major energy refi t of the Kendal Golf Club in Cumbria. NCS was selected to partner the golf club and help them reduce their energy use by 15 per cent within two years. As part of the project, NCS provided advice on all aspects of the golf club’s energy management, including the use of lighting and heating, as well as reducing ongoing maintenance costs. Kendal Golf Club is now achiev- ing a reduction in consumption of 21 per cent on electricity and 41 per cent on gas, providing a return on investment in 18 months. NCS helped Kendal Golf Club to
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obtain funding via the Carbon Trust to implement the energy reduction project, which saw the installation of energy-effi cient heating controls, as well as presence and light level con- trols. Ineffi cient lighting was also replaced with the latest design and technologies – with all parts approved for ECA tax rebate, providing additional savings for the golf club. “We initially aimed to reduce energy spend by 15 per cent, giving a return on investment within two years. However, we have completely exceeded this target and the golf club will see a return on investment within just 18 months,” said NCS managing direc- tor Chris Norburn. “The club was able to operate as usual during the imple- mentation of new systems and the installation was carried out with the minimum of disruption.” “NCS has played a key role in enabling us to reduce our energy con-
The club has exceeded its targets
sumption and, as a consequence, reduce costs," said Ian Clancy, club manager, Kendal Golf Club. "Our club has a long standing history, pro- viding golfi ng facilities for over 100 years, and we’re proud to boast the latest in energy effi cient technology.” NCS will continue to work with
Kendall Golf Club throughout 2012 to ensure the energy reduction cur- rently being realised is maintained.
CASE STUDY STANNINGLEY SPORTS & AMATEUR RUGBY LEAGUE CLUB
Club in Leeds decided they wanted to free up some funds to invest in a new irrigation system, fi nding spare capital was a problem. Club adminis- trator, Jon Norfolk, soon realised that cutting the club’s energy bills was a simple way of saving money and becoming more energy effi cient. The £1.5m club has substan- tial energy overheads, and Norfolk knew that he needed to fi nd a way of reducing energy use without compro- mising on functionality. In order to understand where the club is using energy, Norfolk has just started using British Gas's Business Energy Insight, an online service which shows businesses how, when and where they are using electricity. With the help of smart meters, which
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hen the management at Stanningley Sports & Amateur Rugby League
The club uses smart meters together with Business Energy Insight
accurately monitor how much energy is being used, businesses can put an end to estimated bills by only paying for the electricity they use. The service provides an online dashboard, which displays energy con- sumption in pounds and pence, putting businesses in control of their costs. It also provides support from account executives trained to help customers implement energy saving measures. Floodlights are one of the club’s big- gest energy outputs. As the club is
home ground for 19 teams of all ages, the fl oodlights can be on for 15 hours a week during winter. “There are a number of changes Nofolk can implement today if he wants to start reducing Stanningley’s consumption,” says Dr Angela Needle, head of Energy Consultancy at British Gas. “Simply switching off car parking lights when they aren’t needed could save a sub- stantial amount. Vending machines also consume a surprising amount when left switched on overnight. “One of the main ways Norfolk could cut costs is by installing energy effi cient lights. Compact fl u- orescents or LED lamps use up to 80 per cent less energy than tung- sten GLS lamps. In addition, when used indoors they don't need to be replaced as often, and, because these lights generate less heat, they put less strain on air condition- ing systems. Also, to make sure his showers are as effi cient as possible, Norfolk should check that stored hot water temperature is kept at 60°C, which is the optimum.”
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