Reduced energy usage
The QPWS Renewable Energy Program involves the completion of an energy audit of park facilities and a consideration of what improvements can be made in appliance efficiency. The following changes are being made:
- standard light bulbs will be replaced with compact fluorescent lighting. High efficiency fluorescent light globes can reduce lighting energy use by 80 percent while having up to 10 times the lifespan;
- all new appliances will be selected based on their energy rating labels;
- gas-boosted solar hot water systems will be installed in all new developments and fitted to existing facilities as the systems are replaced;
- electric cooking appliances will be gradually replaced by gas-powered equivalents;
- when applicable LP gas engines will be installed in preference to diesel engines for power generation; and
- all new building projects will incorporate energy efficient design principles in their construction.
Last updated 14 June 2011