Case Study: Radnor Township

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Ready for 100 Renewable Energy and Conservation Plan 

Our team developed a plan to achieve The Green Team of Radnor Township’s Ready for 100 commitments to transition township-wide to 100% clean energy for electricity by 2030 and for heat and transportation by 2050. Our services included a strategy to reduce energy consumption within the Township, transition to building electrification, and maximize investments in renewable energy. We engaged with relevant stakeholders to gather feedback to incorporate into the plan. As a final step, we supported the Township Manager in drafting a resolution for the Commissioners to adopt the plan, including presenting the final plan in a public meeting and gathering community support to advocate for adoption.

Project Highlights

  • Developed a plan to achieve The Green Team of Radnor Township’s Ready for 100 commitments.

  • Developed a strategy to reduce energy consumption within the Township, transition to building electrification, and maximize investments in renewable energy.

  • Engaged with relevant stakeholders to gather feedback to incorporate into the plan.

  • Supported the Township Manager in drafting a resolution for the Commissioners to adopt the plan, including presenting the final plan in a public meeting and gathering community support to advocate for adoption.

Facilities Evaluation, Feasibility Study and Energy Audit

Provided engineering services to the Township for three main facilities in a feasibility study to identify the potential financial impact and set priorities for moving into design and implementation of improvements in accordance with the Township’s Ready for 100 goals, pursuant to the Renewable Energy and Conservation Plan. The team’s objective was to cost-effectively improve energy and environmental performance for the Township facilities.

Our multi-disciplinary team focused on 3 key areas:

  • Energy Audit and HVAC Assessment – Our team performed baseline energy assessments for each of the facilities and provided recommendations for operational and capital energy conservation measures and adjustments to controls resulting in savings projects for both energy consumption and associated costs. Our energy and electrical team provided assessments and recommendations related to electrification and solar options to meet the Township’s Ready for 100 Goals.

  • Roof Assessment – The team provided feasibility assessments of the municipal and public works buildings to identify whether a roofing replacement was necessary and if the roof could support a solar array. The team measured and documented the existing conditions and verified reserve capacity, providing recommendations for the roofing system and impacts of code requirements. Electrical analysis related to the solar array considered sizing, obstruction, and overall viability, modeling potential monthly production versus energy consumption. Additionally, the electrical team evaluated the electrical infrastructure as it relates to capacity and code compliance for the proposed solar, HVAC, and lighting upgrades.

  • Feasibility Assessment and Concept Design for ADA-Compliant Bridge – Our team provided evaluations of the site, providing recommendations for bridge replacement and improved ADA access from parking lots to Encke Park playground and ballfields. In addition, the team advised on regulatory and permitting requirements that would be required as the project moved forward to design and construction.