Increasing energy efficiency and reducing costs
Our energy efficiency consulting team supported the chocolate producer in developing target agreements for the outlet at Paradeplatz in Zurich and for its production facility in Dietikon. An energy consumption analysis identified the relevant energy consumers and formulated specific measures to increase efficiency. The analysis showed a potential reduction in energy consumption of 16 per cent at Paradeplatz and as much as 18.4 per cent in Dietikon within 10 years. The use of heat pump dryers alone results in energy and cost savings of 60 per cent compared to conventional dryers. With our solution, Sprüngli is cutting its energy costs significantly while also protecting the environment.
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- Analysis
- Catalogue of measures
- Support and implementation
- Operational management and monitoring
- 1,102 MWh of electricity savings per year
- 382 MWh of gas/heat savings per year
- 72.6-tonne reduction in CO₂ per year
Medium-voltage system and optimised operating costs
We have implemented a new medium-voltage system during operational hours. This will ensure a reliable power supply for the new news, sport and technology centre. Our grid centre monitors the system around the clock.
SRF also relies on our experts when it comes to implementing the cantonal target agreement and we handle the annual reporting to the responsible authority. Additional quarterly reporting ensures the ongoing optimisation of the energy efficiency of existing buildings, reduces the maintenance requirements of the system and, at the same time, sustainably reduces energy costs.
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- Analysis
- Catalogue of measures
- Support and implementation
- Operational management and monitoring
New medium-voltage system
- Construction, operation and monitoring
- 12-field medium-voltage system
- 5 transformers of 1,250 kVA each
- 24/7 on-call service
Sustainable energy and cost savings
As a major consumer, Rothschild & Co Bank AG has been meeting the requirements of the cantonal Energy Act since 2005. In 2016, the company signed a follow-up agreement to increase efficiency, with the aim of further reducing electricity and heat consumption and thus sustainably reducing operating costs. The analysis showed potential for optimisation in lighting and ventilation systems, heat generation, refrigeration systems and IT infrastructure. By implementing the catalogue of measures we developed, it was possible to increase energy efficiency at both locations by 14 per cent and reduce the cost of building services over the long term.
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- Analysis
- Catalogue of measures
- Support and implementation
- Operational management and monitoring
- Increase in energy efficiency by 14%
- 120 MWh of electricity savings per year
- 159 MWh of heat savings per year (natural gas)
- 35 tonnes of CO₂ saved per year
Facility management: Safe and smooth operation 365 days a year
The shopping arcade under Zurich’s Bahnhofplatz in the urban section of ShopVille is open 365 days a year. The diversity of offerings for visitors is matched by the complexity of the technical systems operating behind the scenes. These include electrical, heating, cooling and building automation systems, ventilation and water treatment systems.
Our technical and infrastructural facility management combines cost effectiveness, safety, efficiency and environmental factors. We monitor and analyse energy distribution and put suitable measures in place to ensure smooth operation. Faults are rectified quickly, operating costs are optimised on an ongoing basis and infrastructural services such as cleaning and security are perfectly coordinated. This not only ensures satisfied tenants, but also helps to preserve the value of the property.
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- Ensuring the operation, maintenance and servicing of technical systems
- Commissioning and warranty management of new systems
- Optimisation of new or existing systems
- 24/7 on-call service
- Measurements, energy monitoring and reporting
- Infrastructural facility management
