— CASE STUDY
Durham Pathways - Decarbonisation
Delivering Whole building Decarbonisation fir Durham Pathways
Durham Pathways - Decarbonisation
RPS have delivered a whole-building decarbonisation project for Durham Pathways, a Durham County Council service.
Who are Durham Pathways?
Pathways are a specialist service that provide support and care for those with complex care and support needs. Pathways provide a range of services and activities that promote independence and inclusion. Such as:
· Various Therapies
· Education
· Community Activities
Based in a large, single-storey building dating from the 1970s, RPS have removed gas from the site entirely and replacing it with a low carbon heating and hot water system, supported by fabric and energy efficiency improvements.
The Challenge
The building remained fully operational throughout the programme, with vulnerable service users attending the centre every day. Minimising disruption was a key priority.
RPS worked closely with Durham Pathways staff, providing daily updates on planned activities to ensure the service could continue to operate safely. At the end of each shift, work areas were cleaned, made safe and secured, maintaining a safe environment for both service users and staff while the project progressed
Project Completion
The project included the installation of Four Mitsubishi Air Source Heat Pumps. The completion of this project is expected to save 23 tonnes CO₂ per annum — 460 tonnes over system lifetime supporting Durham County Council's decarbonisation ambitions.
Project Details
ADDRESS
Durham Pathways
CLIENT
Durham County Council
WORKS
Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme
VALUE
£500,000
Project Gallery
“I would like to give special thanks for making sure the work being carried out has minimal disruption to our day to day running. RPS has been in constant communication with the seniors, so we know exactly what work is being carried out and always makes sure the areas are cleaned & secure.”