Energy and Water Conservation at Rhodes Park Kiosk

City of Canada Bay New South Wales

: Educational signage located on a toilet door. Source: City of Canada Bay.

Synopsis

Construction of the Rhodes Park Kiosk in 1998 incorporated ecologically sustainable development (ESD) initiatives including water sensitive urban design. This provided the popular Kokoda Memorial Walkway with upgraded public facilities as well as an effective environmental education tool. Interpretive signage has been installed at the site as part of the Lower Parramatta River Catchment Trusts Grant Stage 4 Stormwater Trusts Grant Project.

Benefits and Savings

Social benefits:

Community education and leadership highlighting the importance of water conservation.

Environmental benefits:

Reduction in water use and energy consumption.

Financial savings for council:

Reduction in potable water cost and heating costs.

: Rhodes Park Kiosk solar panels. Source: City of Canada Bay.

About the Project

Two 2500L galvanised rainwater tanks were installed to supply water to the toilet flushing system at the Rhodes Park Kiosk. When water levels within the tanks are too low, the town’s water supply will be used. This is only necessary in times of dry weather and high demand approximately 6-8 times per year. All toilets have a dual flush option. The hot water system is supplied by the town’s water supply. The system operates via a heat pump system. The refrigeration unit within the hot water system uses a heat transfer device concurrently with roof panels to collect heat. It is estimated that this system saves up to 75% of energy of conventional systems. The large amount of interpretive signage on site ensures the kiosk has high water and energy conservation educational value.

Acknowledgments

This case study was prepared with assistance from the City of Canada Bay.

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