Energy Efficiency in Public Buildings in the City of Chernivtsi, Ukraine

Project description

The assignment focused on preparation of a comprehensive Feasibility Study, providing solutions to reduce consumption of electric and thermal energy to improve the comfort level, meeting objectives of the city’s long-term strategy and complying with specific requirements for grant financing, debt service coverage and financing through internal cash generation

Project data

After evaluation of 51 buildings, 33 buildings (including 9 historical) have been approved by the City for the Priority Investment Programme: schools, kindergartens, the policlinic and the hospital. The project aimed to improve the learning environment and classroom conditions of more than 14,000 pupils

Project specifics

• Building envelope: Thermal insulation of walls, roofs, attic floors, and ground floors; replacement of windows; installation of new insulated doors
• Heating system: Installation of individual heating substation with automatic control; hydraulic balancing / rehabilitation of heating network; installation of new heating system (alternative energy usage)
• Ventilation systems: Installation of local decentralized ventilation systems; rehabilitation of existing central ventilation system
• Hot water preparation: Installation of timers at electrical boilers; installation of decentralized heat pumps
• Electricity consumption: Replacement of existing energy inefficient equipment and incandescent bulbs
• Non energy efficiency measures: Installation of water saving taps and shower sleeves; rehabilitation of outer areas / drainage systems; Repairing of façades; rehabilitation of sloping roofs; reinstallation of emergency staircases, etc.
• Development of the Energy Management System for the City