Mt Maria College Geothermal
Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Forward thinking sustainability solutions
Brisbane Catholic Education’s forward thinking sustainability program includes the installation of geothermal air conditioning in their schools across South East Queensland.
Using Mt Maria College as the pilot school, Brisbane Catholic Education engaged Calibre Built Environment to undertake a complete review of mechanical and electrical infrastructure at the school.
Ongoing energy efficiency benefits
The College commenced an air conditioning program for the entire campus and required a solution that would provide ongoing energy efficiency benefits.
Geothermal air conditioning was selected for its high efficiency and reduction of peak load demands to the site.
Project highlights
- High efficiency system with potential cost recovery in approximately four years based on monitoring results.
- 13kW and 14kW ducted geothermal systems installed across two newly constructed buildings including a state-of-the-art performing arts block.
- In ground geothermal infrastructure was installed for an additional 16 classrooms and the school’s administration building and library.