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Work Begins on Sun Lane Leisure Centre Decarbonisation Project

Wakefield Council is investing millions in carbon cutting technology at Sun Lane Leisure Centre, supporting its commitment to reduce carbon emissions across its estate and work towards net-zero targets.

We are delivering this multi-million pound project, procured using the UK Leisure Framework, which is owned and managed by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL), on behalf of Wakefield Council. Work is scheduled to begin this autumn and is expected to be completed by March 2026.

The project will see the centre’s fossil fuel-based heating systems, including gas boilers and the combined heat and power (CHP) unit, replaced by three rooftop air source heat pumps (ASHPs). These will be installed alongside a suite of energy-efficiency upgrades including the installation of solar panels, upgrades to the building management system (BMS), replacement LED lighting throughout, new heat emitters, the integration of an 8,000-litre thermal store to optimise heating performance plus general upgrades to the electrical infrastructure.

Tom Gardner, Business Development Manager, said:

“Through the UK Leisure Framework, we have delivered many decarbonisation projects for various councils. Bringing together such a stellar group of experts we ensure fast, compliant procurement and a highly efficient delivery from planning through to project completion. This project is no different. Works will ensure a vast improvement in the energy efficiency of the leisure centre, taking the council one step further along its ambitious decarbonisation journey.”

The project has been made possible by funding from the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS), plus the council’s own reserves. A total pot of almost £5 million is being invested which also includes the support of works at Upton Primary School in Pontefract, being delivered separately.

To deliver the project, the experienced partners include: Hensall as Principal Contractor, CGP MEP as MEP designer, Bradshaw Gass and Hope as Principal Designer and Axiom as project manager and quantity surveyor.

Cllr George Ayre, Wakefield Council’s Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Environment, adds:

“This latest investment is part of our wider decarbonisation journey at Wakefield Council. In 2019 the council declared a climate emergency and issued a pledge to become a carbon neutral authority by 2030. Sun Lane Leisure Centre is one of our most energy-intensive buildings. These works will not only help reduce emissions but will also improve operational efficiency and resilience for the future.”

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Sustainability works have completed at MyActive Biddulph on behalf of Staffordshire Moorlands District Council to install heat recovery and variable speed fans. The £176k project was delivered by leisure development specialists Alliance Leisure and Leisure Energy via the UK Leisure Framework. Funding was provided by the Swimming Pool Support Fund which has also invested £80 million into 442 swimming pools across the country since last year.

Gareth Liversedge, Business Development Manager, Alliance Leisure, says:

It’s unfortunate that valuable community assets like swimming pools emit a large share of the council’s carbon emissions, however, energy efficiency works such as these at Biddulph will reduce these substantially. We’re proud to have completed the works on-time and on-budget.

Sports Minister Stuart Andrew, said:

“We are sticking to our plan to get millions more people active by 2030, because we know that active people are fitter, happier and healthier. Millions of people swim every year in England, but increased energy costs mean some pools are struggling financially. This further £60 million of support from the Government and Sport England will ensure hundreds of swimming pools can lower their operating costs in the long run, and continue to provide an important service for communities across the country.”

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Alliance Leisure Starts Work On Two Energy Efficient Leisure Developments in Yorkshire

This month, thanks to a multi-million-pound investment by Harrogate Borough Council, Alliance Leisure begins works on the delivery of two extensive leisure developments that will transform leisure provision for the communities of Harrogate and Knaresborough whilst also supporting the Council’s Net Zero Carbon ambitions.

In Harrogate, The Hydro will benefit from an extension and refurbishment of existing facilities to include a 400sqm fitness suite, a new sauna and steam suite, improved reception, and café plus an overhaul of the existing pool and leisure facilities. The diving structure will also be replaced so it can continue to support and nurture young talent in the way that it has done for Olympians, such as Jack Laugher MBE and Oliver Dingley.

Externally, the building will be remodelled to complement the surrounding environment with landscaping, a reconfigured car park, bicycle storage and electric vehicle charging points.

Energy efficient, air source heat pumps will replace the existing gas boilers and 250 solar panels are already in the process of being installed along with new energy monitoring and control systems.

The project will be carried out in phases with the refurbished pool hall and changing village re-opening in January 2023 and the ‘dry side’ activity space completing by April 2023.

Funding for these game-changing energy efficiency measures is the result in part of a successful bid we prepared for the Council to submit to the government's Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme. Measures are expected to half the carbon footprint of the leisure centre. Good news for the council's net zero targets, good news for residents and ultimately, good news for the planet. These two developments, at an investment of circa £28m, will transform leisure provision for thousands of people. Built to accommodate a wide array of community needs plus the integration of modern, energy efficient measures ensure these facilities will be fit for purpose both now and for many years to come.

James Foley

Commercial Director and strategic project lead, Alliance Leisure

In Knaresborough, a new-build leisure and wellness centre will provide a six-lane 25metre pool, activity pool with flume, sauna and steam room, fitness suite and studio, group cycle studio and café. Outside a large modern play area will be added, with sustainable travel encouraged through the installation of electric car charging points and bicycle storage.

The centre will be built to a BREEAM standard of ‘excellent’ and will incorporate high efficiency building materials, air source heat pumps and solar panels to reduce the carbon footprint. BREEAM is a recognised scheme that provides third-party certification for the assessment of the sustainability performance of individual buildings. Meeting the “excellent” standard of efficiency will support the Council’s ambition to deliver a net zero-carbon economy by 2038.

Work starts on Knaresborough on 26 April and are due to be completed by July 2023.

Both projects will be delivered by Alliance Leisure, working with ISG Construction and GT3 architects through the UK Leisure Framework which is owned and managed by Denbighshire Leisure.

Once complete, facilities will be managed by Brimhams Active, a community health and wellbeing company owned by Harrogate Borough Council, dedicated to creating ‘a healthier more active population living longer more independent and happier lives’. Mark Tweedie, Managing Director of Brimhams Active, says: “I’d like to thank Harrogate Borough Council for their bold and brave vision to provide unprecedented levels of investment into leisure and wellbeing across the Harrogate.”

Work Begins on Sun Lane Leisure Centre Decarbonisation Project

Work Begins on Sun Lane Leisure Centre Decarbonisation Project

Wakefield Council is investing millions in carbon cutting technology at Sun Lane Leisure Centre, supporting its commitment to reduce carbon emissions across its estate and work towards net-zero targets.

Reducing Carbon Footprint: MyActive Biddulph’s Green Initiative

Reducing Carbon Footprint:

MyActive Biddulph’s Green Initiative

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Alliance Leisure Starts Work On Two Energy Efficient Leisure Developments in Yorkshire

Alliance Leisure Starts Work On Two Energy Efficient Leisure Developments in Yorkshire

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