Incredibly excited to see the deep bore ground source heat pump installation progressing well at Trinity College Oxford. Working amongst the historic buildings and delicate gardens of the college grounds, the team are currently drilling 22 boreholes to 166m each. The project is part of the ambitious Jackson Building Decarbonisation Project which will, when complete, fully remove fossil fuel usage from the Grade II listed heritage building. An incredibly rewarding scheme to be party to and a joy to see it being realised on-site. The project perfectly articulates the complex interaction between ambitious decarbonisation aims and a deep respect for the historic fabric in heritage environments.
We are excited to announce that we are making significant strides in our sustainable energy project at the Jackson Building, Trinity College Oxford. As part of our commitment to reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency, we are replacing the traditional gas boilers with state-of-the-art Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHPs). These pumps harness renewable geothermal energy from the earth to provide a more eco-friendly and cost-effective heating solution. The installation process is well underway, with the first borehole successfully completed. This marks the first of 22 boreholes that will be drilled as part of the GSHP system, which will tap into the consistent temperatures found underground. These boreholes, each several meters deep, will circulate a mixture of water and antifreeze to absorb heat from the earth, which will then be used to heat the building throughout the year. Ground Source Heat Pumps are not only far more energy-efficient than conventional gas boilers, but they also offer a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, helping the College move closer to its sustainability goals. With 21 more boreholes to go, we are well on our way to completing this ambitious project, which will provide long-term environmental and economic benefits for Trinity College. Stay tuned for more updates as we progress toward a greener future! #design #Inspiration #modernarchitecture #architecture #ArchitecturalInnovation #originalfieldarchitecture #oxford #architects #DesignInspiration #Architecture #designinspirations #oxfordshire #ArchitecturalDesign #groundsource #RenewablePower #renewables #renewableenergy