Les Hermines Residences & Virginie Danion
The client’s objectives and expectations
- Control and reduce the energy-related budget,
- Harness a renewable energy source and reduce reliance on fossil fuels,
- Limiter l’impact environnemental et les émissions de gaz à effet de serre.
Our main tasks
- Conduct the sizing study of the solar installation in accordance with ADEME’s specifications,
- Detail the proposed technical solutions and technologies suited to the project,
- Alert on additional studies to be conducted (structural study, asbestos diagnosis, etc.),
- Specify the methodology for effective monitoring of the solar installation’s performance (metering plan),
- Provide information on the maintenance requirements for the solar installation,
- Carry out a comprehensive economic assessment with payback period calculation,
- Identify available subsidies and aid (Heat Fund, Energy Savings Certificates, etc.),
- Quantify the gains in greenhouse gas emissions compared to a reference solution.
Project characteristics
- Building area: 3,200 to 3,500 m² (depending on the project),
- Building type: Elderly care home,
- Number of residents: 65 to 69.
Résultats obtenus
- Number of solar thermal panels: 14 to 17 panels (depending on the project),
- Usable surface area: 32 m² to 40 m²,
- Solar coverage rate: 55%.
The study demonstrated the interest and technical feasibility of a solar installation for the residences. Moreover, this project would significantly reduce the energy expenses of the establishments while lowering the environmental impact of domestic hot water production.
Guillaume, Deputy Director Exoceth