Thermomodernization of the School Complex building in Wolbrom, Pod Lasem 1 street

Description

  

Main premise of the project is the bad quality of the air at the commune area. Air pollution problems have been identified in the "LOW-CARBON ECONOMY PLAN FOR THE WOLBROM MUNICIPALITY". The diagnosis indicates the main problem: „Low emissions generated by municipal facilities and infrastructure”. The following problems have been identified in public buildings, in particular education, administration: - high energy consumption in public buildings - low rate of the RES use in public buildings

 

The investment carried out within the project includes the comprehensive deep thermomodernisation, installation of condensing gas boiler, use of renewable energy sources (solar collectors and photovoltaic systems) and modernization of internal lighting in the public building - School Complex in Wolbrom - Primary School No. 2.

Summary of project results

The project of thermomodernization of the building of the Zespół Szkół (School Complex) in Wolbrom, implemented under the call "Improving energy efficiency in school buildings," aimed at improving the energy efficiency of the school building. The key challenges the project needed to address included:

Increasing the energy efficiency of the building

1. 1. Problem: Before the modernization, the Zespół Szkół building may have had low energy efficiency, leading to high heating and cooling costs, as well as suboptimal energy usage.
   2. Challenge: Identifying areas with the greatest energy losses (e.g., windows, insulation, heating systems) and developing actions aimed at improving them (e.g., building insulation, window replacement, heating system modernization).

Reducing CO2 emissions

1. 1. Problem: High energy consumption, especially from non-renewable sources, contributed to increased greenhouse gas emissions.
   2. Challenge: Designing solutions that not only improve energy efficiency but also contribute to reducing the carbon footprint of the school building, e.g., by introducing renewable energy sources (photovoltaic panels, heat pumps).

Increasing the comfort of building use

1. 1. Problem: Poor building insulation could have caused temperature fluctuations inside, affecting the comfort of students and teachers.
   2. Challenge: Increasing the comfort of building use by improving the building''s thermal performance – ensuring appropriate indoor temperatures both in winter and summer, while also reducing operational costs.

Compliance with standards and regulations

1. 1. Problem: Before the modernization, the building might not have met current energy efficiency standards and regulations related to energy performance.
   2. Challenge: Adapting the building to comply with current energy efficiency regulations, which required thorough technical analysis and the implementation of appropriate solutions.

Managing the budget and timeline

1. 1. Problem: The realization of the thermomodernization project required securing adequate financing and maintaining the work schedule.
   2. Challenge: Efficiently managing the project budget and coordinating actions to implement changes as quickly as possible with minimal disruption to the school’s functioning.

Engaging the school community

1. 1. Problem: Difficulties might arise from resistance to changes from building users – in this case, teachers, students, and administrative staff.
   2. Challenge: Informing the school community about the benefits of thermomodernization and engaging them in the process to ensure support for the project.

Sustainable development

1. 1. Problem: Realizing the project in accordance with the principles of sustainable development, including environmental care and rational resource use.
   2. Challenge: Implementing modern technologies and materials that minimize the negative environmental impact and promote long-term energy savings.

Long-term durability of solutions

1. 1. Problem: Ensuring that the implemented solutions will function efficiently for an extended period.
   2. Challenge: Selecting the right technologies that guarantee longevity and ease of building maintenance in the future, avoiding the need for frequent repairs or modernizations.

In summary, this project aimed at improving the energy quality of the building, addressing challenges related to optimizing energy consumption, enhancing user comfort, reducing operational costs, and environmental care. It also required strict management of finances and timelines, as well as collaboration with the local school community.

All project elements have been completed, and the intended goals and results have been achieved. The following tasks were carried out as part of the project:

1. Comprehensive thermomodernization of the school building:

Work on insulation:

1. 1. 1. Insulation of external walls,
      2. Insulation of roof ceilings,
      3. Insulation of walls at ground level,
      4. Replacement of old external windows,
      5. Replacement of old external doors.

Work on hot water installation:

1. 1. 1. Disconnection from the existing external heat source and connection to the new gas boiler room (serving both heating and hot water),
      2. Replacement of the hot water distribution installation,
      3. Installation of a solar system to support the preparation of hot domestic water.

Work on heating installation modernization:

1. 1. 1. Disconnection from the external heat source,
      2. Installation of a modern gas condensing boiler with full automation,
      3. Comprehensive replacement of the heating installation along with radiators.

Installation of a photovoltaic system on the building''s roof to produce electricity exclusively for the building’s needs.

Replacement of existing lighting with new, energy-efficient LED lighting.

The main goal of the project was to reduce pollutant emissions into the atmosphere, improve energy efficiency, and increase the use of renewable energy sources in the school building at Pod Lasem 1 in Wolbrom. The initiative had a purely social character and lacked any commercial aspect. The operational costs associated with maintaining the modernized infrastructure will be lower than before the planned investment and will be covered by the municipality''s budget. During the project''s sustainability period and in subsequent years, financial sustainability is guaranteed by the budget of the Wolbrom Municipality and the beneficiary''s status. The experience gained enables us to efficiently and effectively implement projects related to the thermomodernization of public utility buildings, resulting in reduced pollutant emissions and the use of renewable energy sources.