The Acton Centre project, spearheaded by Megan Renewable Installations (MRI), is a groundbreaking decarbonisation initiative aimed at drastically reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency.
As part of this forward-thinking effort, MRI has removed half of the existing gas boilers and installed a high-performance 740 kW Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) to supply the low-temperature heating circuit. To further optimise energy use, the original 480 kW air-cooled VRF units were upgraded to water-cooled VRF units, enabling the capture and reuse of rejected heat generated during cooling mode by injecting it back into the low-temperature circuit. On the high-temperature circuit, MRI has implemented three advanced Water-to-Water Heat Pumps (WWHPs) with a combined capacity of 800 kW. These WWHPs elevate water temperatures to 63°C, providing a sustainable and efficient replacement for the removed gas boilers while meeting the building’s heating demands.
Once fully operational, the innovative heat pump system will eliminate the need for gas consumption, significantly cutting carbon emissions. Despite the expected increase in electricity usage to power the system, the project is forecasted to achieve a substantial net CO₂ reduction of over 300 tonnes annually.
This transformative initiative not only modernises the Acton Centre’s energy infrastructure but also reflects MRI’s unwavering dedication to delivering sustainable, low-carbon energy solutions that support a cleaner and greener future.
Key Project Info.
A groundbreaking decarbonisation initiative:
Key Equipment Installed:
- High-performance 740 kW Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP)
- 480 kW water-cooled VRF units
- Three advanced Water-to-Water Heat Pumps (WWHPs), combined capacity of 800 kW
Annual net CO₂ reduction:
