COMMUNITY ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM
ROUND TWO APPLICATION FORM
OCTOBER 2012
APPLICATIONS FOR ROUND TWO CLOSE AT 5 PM (AEDT) ON 7 FEBRUARY 2013
ABOUT THE CEEP ROUND TWO APPLICATION FORM
In preparing an application for a grant under the Community Energy Efficiency Program (CEEP),
refer to the CEEP Round Two Guidelines, the draft CEEP Funding Agreement and the CEEP
Round Two Application Guidance available from www.climatechange.gov.au/ceep.The CEEP
Round Two Application Guidance provides supplementary information to assist applicants in
developing their CEEP application.
In the case of group applications, a single application must be submitted by the lead organisation
on behalf of a grouping of councils or non-profit community organisations. A group application must
identify the members of the group and be signed by the Authorised Officer of the lead organisation.
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arrange an alternate process for submitting an application.
Applications must be submitted via email using this (PDF) CEEP Application Form before the
closing date and time announced by the Department (see page 1).
Applications submitted by any other means will not be considered unless exceptional
circumstances exist. Applicants proposing to submit an application other than via email using this
form MUST obtain prior approval by contacting the Department by email at
[email protected] or by calling the CEEP Team on 1800 830 922.
Applications must:
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be complete and contain all the information that is relevant to and necessary for assessment
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have all mandatory documentation attached, including:
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completed project budget workbook (Excel spreadsheet provided as part of the
application package)
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relevant documents providing evidence of ownership, insurance and community support
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a detailed project plan
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financial statements and related financial documents
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relevant energy efficiency information or reports
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provide current and accurate information and
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not contain information that is false or misleading. Applications considered to contain false or
misleading information may be excluded from assessment. Providing false or misleading
information may also constitute an offence under the Crimes Act 1914.
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1.
THE APPLICATION
1.1
Is this application being submitted by a single Applicant or by the
Applicant on behalf of a group?
1.2a
Is the Applicant a local council from a local government area regarded
as having low socio-economic status?
Single Applicant
Yes
(Refer to Appendix E of CEEP Round Two Guidelines)
1.2b
If yes, local government area with low socio-economic status
City
1.3
If the Applicant is not a local council having low socio-economic status,
will the proposed project benefit low socio-economic or other
disadvantaged group(s)?
Not applicable
2.
APPLICANT DETAILS
2.1
Details of Applicant (or Lead Organisation)
Organisation Name
City of Greater Geraldton
(Full legal name must be provided)
Australian Business Number (ABN)
(ensure all 11 digits are entered)
55 907 677 173
Australian Classification of Local Governments (ACLG) category
URM
(For local councils only – see Appendix D of CEEP Round Two Guidelines)
CEEP Applicant Category
2.2
Medium-sized Regional Council
Street Address
Street Number and Name
63 Cathedral Avenue
Town/Suburb
Geraldton
State/Territory
WA
Postcode
6530
2.3
Postal Address (If different from Street Address)
Street Number and Name or PO Box
101
Town/Suburb
Geraldton
State/Territory
WA
Postcode
6531
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2.4
Primary Contact Person
Note: If the primary contact is not a member of the Applicant’s organisation provide the details of a
contact person in the Applicant’s organisation as the secondary contact.
Title
First name
Gerard
Last name
Sherlock
Position
Manager Operations, Community Infrastructure
Street Number and Name or PO Box
PO Box 101, Cathedral Avenue
Town/Suburb
Geraldton
State/Territory
WA
Postcode
6531
Business telephone
(08) 9965 6707
Mobile Telephone
0409 442 562
Email Address
2.5
[email protected]
Secondary Contact Person
Title
Mr
First name
Mark
Last name
Chadwick
Position
Manager, Environmental Health and Sustainability
Street Number and Name or PO Box
PO Box 101, Cathedral Ave
Town/Suburb
Geraldton
State/Territory
WA
Postcode
6531
Business telephone
(08) 9956 6651
Mobile Telephone
0418 940 736
Email Address
2.6
[email protected]
Authorised Officer
Authorised persons of applicant organisations are responsible for ensuring that the Applicant meets their obligations
under the funding agreement, and are the only people who can perform certain functions related to the project, for
example, submitting the application and executing the funding agreement.
Title
Mr
First name
Anthony
Last name
Brun
Position
CEO
Business telephone
(08) 9956 6600
Email Address
[email protected]
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3.
ABILITY TO CO-FUND THE PROJECT
Summarise how the Applicant will fund the required minimum co-contribution for the proposed project
(Refer to Section 1.4 of the CEEP Round Two Guidelines). Maximum 100 words.
The City of Greater Geraldton (CGG) is proposing a $1,193,732 project of which its co-contribution will be $397,911 over
two financial years. In the 2011/2012 budget an amount of $116,168 has been set aside in reserve to commence the
project. In 2013/2014, the CGG's share will be $127,883 and in 2014/2015 $270,028. As part of the City's Forward Capital
Planning a further $281,743 is scheduled as a capital outlay (via Debt Financing) in the financial years 2013/2014 and
2014/2015. (refer Letter from Tony Brun, CEO, City of Greater Geraldton)
4.
INSURANCE, COMMUNITY SUPPORT AND OWNERSHIP
4.1a
If the Applicant is a non-profit community organisation, does the organisation hold, or
will be able to obtain, Public Liability Insurance cover to the value of at least $20 million to
undertake the proposed activity?
4.1b
Yes
If yes, attach evidence of Public Liability insurance as Attachment A.
 Evidence of Public Liability insurance attached.
✔
4.1c
If no, will the Applicant, if successful, be able to obtain Public Liability Insurance cover
to the value of at least $20 million before the signing of the Funding Agreement?
Select one
4.2
If the Applicant is a non-profit community organisation, has it obtained support from the
relevant local governing body to undertake the proposed project?
Select one
Attach evidence of local governing body support as Attachment B.
 Evidence of local governing body support attached.
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4.3
If the Applicant is a local governing body, is there community support to undertake the
proposed project?
Yes
Attach evidence of community support as Attachment B.
✔ Evidence of community support attached.
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4.4a
Is the Applicant the part-owner or tenant of any of the buildings, facilities or sites being
upgraded or retrofitted?
No
(Indicate ownership of individual buildings, facilities and sites in Question 7).
4.4b
If Yes, has the Applicant obtained approval for the project from all the owners or partowners?
Select one
Attach evidence of approval from owner(s) or part-owner(s) as Attachment C.
 Evidence of approval from owner(s) or part owner(s) attached.
5.
THE PROJECT
5.1
Project Title (maximum 20 words)
The project title must provide an overview of the proposed project. The title may be used by the Department for reference
and public information purposes. The title should not be generic but must be short and descriptive.
Geraldton Aquarena Energy Efficiency Project.
5.2
Short project description (maximum 60 words)
This short description will be used to describe the project in publicity material relating to CEEP.
The City of Greater Geraldton is committed to achieving high standards of energy efficiency throughout its municipality.
With support from the CEEP program, it proposes to demonstrate a substantial increase in energy efficiency, along with a
reduction in water use, operating costs and carbon emissions at the Geraldton Aquarena. This will be achieved with the
installation of geothermal heating system, pool blankets, variable speed drives and low flow shower heads.
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5.3
Project summary (maximum 200 words)
Provide a summary of the project. This response should also include how the project’s objectives would meet
the objectives of the program (refer Section 1.2 of the Guidelines) and a brief account of the upgrades/retrofits
proposed in the project.
The Geraldton Aquarena energy efficiency project is the result of studies of energy efficiency mechanisms, targeting the
nexus of minimum use of energy with the maximum return on capital investment. This project will demonstrate energy
efficiency at the aquatic centre, and a significant benefit to the midwest region's low socio-economic community as a more
efficient and less costly facility. A key goal of the CGG is to reduce operating costs for the site, which currently are in
excess of revenue by more than $1M.
The project's key components are a geothermal system with ground source heat pumps using shallow aquifer water
beneath the site to drive heating for the indoor pools, variable speed drives, pool blankets and low flow showerheads. In
combination, these will deliver an overall reduction in energy of 58% for the site, and a $125,940 reduction in operating
costs annually.
Total project costs are estimated at $1,193,732
The project will meet the objectives of the CEEP Program by:
- assisting the City of Greater Geradlton, a medium sized regional council in the Mid-west of WA, to increase energy
efficiency, and reduce costs, in a community facility which supports the region and in particular members of its low
socio-economic community.
- delivering a demonstration of innovative energy efficiency technologies, which has the potential to stimulate the growth of
the ground source heat pump market and
- providing an example of small (low flow showerheads) and larger scale technologies (commercial scale heat pumps) that
provide energy efficiency and how these can be implemented locally, thereby supporting the national initiative to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions.
5.4
Estimated duration of project (in months)
18 months
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6.
PROJECT PARTNERS (OR GROUP MEMBERS)
Provide details of other organisations who are partners to the project. Alternatively, if the Applicant is the
lead organisation submitting an application on behalf of a group, provide details of each member and other
partners.
Note: A partner is any organisation that joins with the Applicant in contributing towards and/or implementing
the proposed project. A partner may be a financial or a non-financial partner.
Partner Name
Organisation Type
ABN
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7.
PROJECT LOCATION AND OWNERSHIP
Provide details of the name/description, location and ownership relating to all the buildings, facilities or sites proposed for upgrade/retrofit through the project. Use
a unique Site ID # for each building, facility or site and group buildings, facilities and sites by location (the site ID# could be in the following format ID999). In the case
of street lighting projects, the street or suburb locations for the upgrades must be provided.
If the Applicant is a part owner or tenant of a building/facility/site, evidence of approval from owner(s) or part owner(s) must be submitted as Attachment C (see
Question 4.4b).
Site ID
#
CGG 1
Building/Facility/Site Name or Description
Geraldton Aquarena
Street Address including postcode
Pass St, Geraldton WA 6530
Owner, Part
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Approval from
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Owner
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8.
PROJECT ACTIVITIES
Provide details of the project activities relating to all the buildings, facilities or sites involved in the project. Use the unique Site ID # from the Project Location and
Ownership table in Question 7. Where the upgrade or retrofit for a single building, facility or site involves more than one project activity, use the additional project
activity columns. Use the ‘Other Activity’ column to add any activity not listed in the drop-down menus.
Site ID #
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variable speed drives, pool blankets, low flow
showerheads, upgraded powerboard and building
management system
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9.
PROJECT ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA – EXPENDITURE
Provide details of the following eligible expenditure items to indicate how the project budget meets project
eligibility criteria which relate to the following specific expenditure categories (Refer to CEEP Round Two
Guidelines Appendix A). The detailed project budget must be provided in the Project Budget Workbook and
a summary of the project budget must be provided in Question 14.8.
Cost
(ex GST)
9.1
Energy audits or assessments
9.2
Educational activities and raising community awareness
9.3
Project management and administration
$5,000.00
$20,000.00
$100,000.00
10. APPLICANT AND PROJECT VIABILITY
The viability of this application will be assessed against the four viability criteria outlined in Section 2.2 of the
CEEP Round Two Guidelines. Applicants should note that the responses to the questions in this section as
well as the responses provided to other questions relevant to these viability criteria will inform the viability
assessment. The table below lists the main questions in this Application form which are relevant to each of
the viability criteria. All aspects of the application may be taken into account.
Viability criteria
Relevant questions in this Application Form
Capacity of the Applicant to deliver the project:
Q14
Financial viability of the proposal
Q10.1, Q15.1, Q15.4, Q15.5, Budget Workbook
Technical viability of the proposal
Q10.2, Q11
Risks relating to the proposed project
Q14.9, Q14.10
10.1
Financial Statements and relevant financial documents
Applicants should provide evidence that demonstrates the Applicant’s financial capacity to successfully
implement the proposed project. Relevant evidence may include financial documents such as audited
financial statements and copies of annual reports.
✔ Financial statements and relevant financial documents attached as Attachment D.
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10.2
Energy Efficiency Solution(s)
Summarise why the energy efficiency solution(s) proposed is the optimal solution for the proposed project.
Maximum 200 words.
The CGG commissioned studies of use of energy efficiency technologies for the indoor pool heating and space heating at
the Aquarena aquatic centre. The results of this work recommended a combination of a geothermal/ground source heat
pump system using the Superficial aquifer available below the site at a depth of around 40m. The GSHP system will
deliver 92% of the load, and the existing gas boiler used to deliver peak energy. The analysis also determined the
optimum scale of GSHP system relative to capital investment - this analysis demonstrated that a 315kW capacity GSHP
system would provide the optimum return on investment relative to energy offset (refer to Geraldton Aquarena Feasibility
Study, 2013 - Attachment E).
Other technologies were previously reviewed for large scale heating but not pursued:
- direct use geothermal considered too costly and deeper hot aquifers producing 48 or more degrees are not present
(deepest expected to be at around 500m and around 30 degrees, which would require the addition of heat pumps to reach
the required temperature for pool heating - 47 degrees)
- solar thermal only adds heating on the shoulders of summer
- cogeneration was not cost effective
An energy audit (Attachment E) was also carried out in January 2013 to review other energy efficiency measures that may
be appropriate for installation at the centre - the audit recommended installation of variable speed drives to reduce
electricity used in pumping, pool blankets for the main 25m indoor and hydrotherapy pools to retain heat when pools not in
use and low flowshowerheads to reduce water used in the ablution areas. These were all shown to be cost effective.
11.
MERIT CRITERION 1: ENERGY EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENT POTENTIAL
Relevant energy efficiency information or reports must be provided as Attachment E.
✔ Relevant energy efficiency information or reports attached.
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The Applicant must provide details of baseline energy usage, baseline energy efficiency, projected
energy efficiency improvement, estimated cost savings and project cost for each building, facility or site
proposed for upgrade or retrofit under the project.
(CEEP Round Two Application Guidance provides supplementary information relating to this criterion).
A summary of these measures must be provided in Question 11.1 and any additional information relating
each measure should be provided in Questions 11.2 – 11.8.
Note: Applications will not be assessed on emissions reductions. Do not provide an emissions reduction
calculation or a cost of abatement.
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11.1
Details of energy usage and energy efficiency for proposed buildings, facilities or sites
The Applicant must provide the details of baseline energy usage, baseline energy efficiency, projected energy efficiency improvement, estimated cost savings and project cost
for each building, facility or site proposed for upgrade or retrofit under the project. Use the same site ID# for each one used in Question 7. Baseline energy usage must be provided in
megajoules (MJ). The units of measure for baseline energy efficiency and the projected energy efficiency improvement must be the same. Cost savings must be provided in dollars per
year. NOTE: Applications will not be assessed on emissions reductions. Do not provide an emissions reduction calculation or cost of abatement.
Site ID#
(from
Question 7)
CGG 1
Total for project
Name of Building, Facility of Site
Geraldton Aquarena
Baseline Energy
Usage (MJ)
Baseline Energy
Efficiency
(specify units)
Projected Energy
Efficiency
improvements
(specify units)
Estimated cost
savings –
$ per year
(ex GST)
Project cost for
site – $
(ex GST)
12,035,624
371.39 MJ/sq m
213.84 MJ/sq m
$125,940
$1193732
12,035,624
317.39 MJ/sq m
213.84 MJ/sq m
$125,940
$1193732
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11.2
Baseline energy usage (Maximum 200 words)
Provide any additional information relevant to the baseline energy usage here.
A summary of baseline energy usage of each building, facility or site proposed to be upgraded or retrofitted under the
project, must be provided in Question 11.1.
Geraldton Aquarena baseline energy usage
Gas is currently used to meet the Aquarena thermal load which consists of heating for the hydrotherapy, leisure and
25m pools as well as space heating pool hall.
Current gas consumption = 7,787,827 MJ/year
Electricity is currently used for most equipment at the Aquarena. These include, but are not limited, to the following;
- all pumps (recirculating pumps, water heating system pumps, backwash pumps, etc),
- lighting,
- air conditioning,
- BMS and other control systems,
- computers, etc.
Current electricity consumption = 4,247,797 MJ/year
Hence, baseline energy usage = current gas consumption + current electricity consumption
= 7,787,827 MJ/year + 4,247,797 MJ/year
= 12,035,624 MJ/year
11.3
Baseline Energy Efficiency (Maximum 200 words)
Provide any additional information relevant to the baseline energy efficiency here.
A summary of baseline energy efficiency of each building, facility or site proposed to be upgraded or retrofitted under
the project, must be provided in Question 11.1.
Geraldton Aquarena Base line energy efficiency:
Site surface area = 32,407 m2
Baseline energy efficiency = (Baseline energy usage )/(Site surface area)
= (12,035,624 MJ/year )/(32,407 m2)
= 371.39 MJ/(m2.year)
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11.4
Projected Energy Efficiency Improvement (Maximum 200 words)
Provide any additional information relevant to the projected energy efficiency improvement here.
A summary of projected energy efficiency improvement for each building, facility or site proposed to be upgraded or
retrofitted under the project, must be provided in Question 11.1.
Gas will still be used to meet peak heating thermal load requirements when the 315kW GSHP system is be operating at
maximum capacity. The currently installed gas boiler will be used for this purpose. Using the GSHP system for "base load"
heating is estimated to reduce gas consumption by 92%.
Projected gas consumption = 472,609 MJ/year
The projected electricity consumption includes the reduction of electricity usage by 567,056 MJ/year with the use of VSDs
and timer on the pools recirculating pumps, and increase by 952,322 MJ/year with the use of the GSHP system.
Projected electricity consumption = 4,633,063 MJ/year
Projected energy consumption = projected gas consumption + projected electricity consumption
= 472,609 MJ/year + 4,633,063 MJ/year
= 5,105,672 MJ/year
Projected energy efficiency = (Projected energy consumption )/(Site surface area)
= (5,105,672 MJ/year )/(32,407 m2)
= 157.55 MJ/(m2.year)
Projected energy efficiency improvement = Baseline energy efficiency – projected energy efficiency
= 371.39 MJ/(m2.year) – 157.55 MJ/(m2.year)
= 213.84 MJ/(m2.year)
11.5
Methods and Tools. (Maximum 200 words)
Provide details of the methods and tools used to derive the baseline energy usage and energy efficiency
measures.
All information provided was obtained from the Geraldton Aquarena Energy Audit (Feb 6 2013) conducted by GT Power
Pty Ltd (refer to Attachment E).
Current hourly gas consumption over more than one year were provided by Synergy. This data was used to make a gas
load profile for the Aquarena and obtained the annual gas consumption value.
Thirty minutes interval electricity data usage from 2010 to 2012 was provided by Landfill Gas and Power. After analysing
the data, it was decided to use the data from 2011 as it provides a fairly accurate representation of standard annual load
for the Aquarena. This data was then used to obtain the current annual electricity consumption.
The site surface area was provided by the CGG.
The energy efficiency measures were identified by undertaking a site visit, communicating with staff members, reviewing
the energy audit undertaken in 2009 and analysing current system operation practises. In-house energy modelling
software was used in order to analyse the GSHP system projected performance. The recirculating pumps and pool blanket
energy saving estimations were based on personal knowledge of expected performance and information from
professionals from relevant organisations/companies.
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11.6
Professional Assistance (Maximum 200 words)
If the Applicant has used professional assistance for deriving the energy usage and energy efficiency
measures, provide the person’s details, including qualifications and experience.
The CGG commissioned two reports:
- the Geraldton Aquatic Feasibility Study which was implemented by GT Power P/L, in association with AECOM P/L and
Rockwater P/L. This report included a basis for design which determined average gas consumption for the pool heating at
the Aquarena site in a "normal" year. This analysis was for the purpose of reviewing options for a ground source heat
pump system.
- the Geraldton Aquarena Energy Audit which was carried out by GT Power P/L, to assess other opportunities that could
also improve energy efficiency at the site, as well as a geothermal system.
Details of professionals involved in assessing energy useage and efficiency were:
GT Power:
- David Goodfield, senior consultant (BSc Hons, Grad Diploma Policy Studies/ESD) has carried out energy audits under
AS/NZS 3598, Levels 1–3 since 2006. These include lifestyle villages for up to 450 people, both residential and community
facilities, mine site accommodation for over 1000 mine workers, and commercial offices.
- Max Ploumis, renewable energy engineer (BEng Hons), experience includes an assessment of renewable energy power
systems for, and energy use of, a mine site village in the Midwest, scoping of ground source heat pump systems for a
range of applications including space heating and cooling and aquatic centre water heating, scoping of PV applications
and energy evaluations of buildings
AECOM:
Warrick Brown, senior mechanical engineer (BEng Hons) considerable project experience, but specifically Peppermint
Grove Library; part of management for the sustainable library development, mechanical services and ESD. This project
involved an aquifer driven heat pump system.
11.7
Contextual information about buildings, facilities and sites (Maximum 200 words)
Provide any contextual information about the buildings, facilities and sites involved in the project.
This information should include factors such as size and type of building, facility or site, usage, and operating
hours. See CEEP Round Two Application Guidance.
The Geraldton Aquarena is a multi-purpose swimming facility which houses three pools indoors and one 50m pool
outdoors. The Hydrotherapy (32 degress), Leisure (30 degress) and 25m Main pool (27 degrees) are heated using a gas
boiler. The outdoor area was constructed in the 1970s. The indoor facility was constructed in 1999 covering an area of
4,278 square metres, with the main brick building and metal roof construction housing change rooms, main hall with pools,
cafe and creche.
The centre has been a valued facility, with 159,000 people of all ages attending during 2012. It is used for swimming
lessons and training (by clubs, schools and indivuals), water polo, beach volley ball, therapy and leisure swimming. It is
also used for sporting events, parties, and other social occaisons.
The site covers 32,407 square metres of land and is owned by the City of Greater Geraldton.
Operating hours in summer are:
Mon-Fri: 5.30am to 8.00pm
Sat-Sun: 9.00am to 6.00pm
Operating hours in winter are:
Mon-Fri: 5.30am - 7.00pm
Sat-Sun: 9.00am - 4.00pm
The outdoor pool is not used during the winter months.
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11.8
Estimated cost savings
Provide any additional information relating to estimated cost savings to be achieved as a result of the
project for each building, facility or site here. Maximum 200 words.
A summary of estimated cost savings for each building, facility or site proposed to be upgraded or retrofitted under the
project must be provided in Question 11.1.
The project's key components:
- develop a geothermal system using water from the local Superficial Aquifer, with a series of heat pumps to deliver the
required energy for pool water and space heating. Estimated to reduce gas use by 92% (4,493,817 MJ pa) and save
$69,465 pa.
- install variable speed drives and a timer to reduce pumping at times when less turnover of pool water is required.
Estimated to reduce energy consumption by 30% (567,056 MJ pa) and deliver a cost saving of $22,343 pa.
- install pool blankets on the main 25m indoor pool and on the hydrotherapy pool. Estimated to reduce energy
consumption by 24%( 1,869,078 MJ pa). and deliver cost savings of $34,131 pa
- install low flow showerheads in ablution blocks - estimated to reduce water use by more 50% based on literature on the
products. Payback les than 1 year.
Total energy savings per annum is 6,929,952 MJ
Total cost savings per annum is estimated at $125,940.
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12.
MERIT CRITERION 2: TARGETING LOW SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND OTHER DISADVANTAGED
GROUPS
12.1
Low socio-economic and other disadvantaged target group
Briefly describe the low socio-economic and/or other disadvantaged group(s) the project will target and any
supporting evidence (e.g., census data). Maximum 200 words.
The City of Greater Geraldton is an urban, medium,regional local government area (URM) of c. 38,508 people, based in
the outer regional midwest of WA, and is listed as of low socio-economic status under the Local Government Area Index of
Relative Socio-economic Disadvantage, 2006. Its population from the 2011 Census was 38,508 and has increased by 9%
since 2006. With a Seifa score of 929, the City of relatively disadvantaged compared to other local governments in
Australia. In terms of socioeconomic disadvantage, the city is ranked 21 out of 142 LGAs in WA (ABS, 2008).
In 2008, the dependance ratio in Geraldton-Greenough (C) LGA was 0.74 (State: 0.63). This indicated a higher proportion
of non-working people than the State average. The medium familiy income in the City is $1,143; for Australia it is $1,171.
The City's median weekly rent is $143.50 (Australia is $190) and the median monthly housing loan repayment is $1007.50
(Australia is $1,300).
Several suburbs near the facility have a high numer of indigenous people with very low weekly incomes in comparison to
the national average.
The unemployment rate in the ABS 2006 Census was 5.8%, with unemployment of Aborigines at 20.3%. The highest
rankings for Centrelink payments are for Family Allowance and Family Tax. 19.7% of the population has attained Year 12
schooling; 20.&% completing Year 10.
In 2012, 159,000 visitors used the Aquarena (increase of 11% from 2009), including primary and secondary school
children - the largest regular user group at the centre. Club use included the Geraldton Water Polo Association, Geraldton
Amateur Swimming Club, Aquarena User Group and Geraldton Masters Swimming Club.
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12.2
Benefits to low socio-economic and/or other disadvantage target group(s)
Summarise how the project will benefit the target group(s). Maximum 200 words.
The Applicant must also attach supporting evidence to demonstrate how the project would benefit the target
group(s). This could include letters of support, reports and/or studies.

✔ Supporting evidence to demonstrate benefits to low socio-economic and/or other disadvantaged
target group(s) attached as Attachment F.
The City of Greater Geraldton developed a Physical Activity and Nutrition Plan 2010 - 2014, and specifically addresses the
following strategies within its Strategic Statement of Intent For Human Infrastructure:
• Recognise, acknowledge and develop the active participation of the community in a diverse range of sports and
recreational pursuits;
• Health Promotion Programs including the Physical Activity and Nutrition Plan, and
• Facilitate community involvement in all aspects of community life.
In relation to the CGG's "Towards Sustainability Policy Framework", the following strategies were identified as having
shared values with this Plan:
• Providing essential services to which our community have timely and equitable access e.g. recreational facilities;
• Creating conditions for the community to meet the active and passive recreation needs e.g. cultural, social, built;
• Contributing to more equitable wealth distribution and alleviation of poverty
• Creating conditions more conducive to wellbeing and a high quality of life.
Facilities at the Aquarena will play a key role in implementing the Plan.
Support is also demonstrated in other CGG documents including the "2029 and Beyond Community Charter".
Letters of support are provided in Attachment F from the Rangeway-Utakarra-Karloo Progress Assoc. and Wonthella
Progress Association. These associations represent areas identified as LSE suburbs and most in need of physical activity
and nutrition support (p13 of the Physical Activity and Nutrition Plan 2010-2014).
13.
MERIT CRITERION 3: POTENTIAL TO DEMONSTRATE AND ENCOURAGE IMPROVED ENERGY
MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
13.1
Communication strategy
Does the Applicant have a communication strategy for the demonstration purpose of the
project?
Yes
(CEEP Round Two Application Guidance provides supplementary information relating to this
criterion)
✔ Communication Strategy must be attached as Attachment G.
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13.2
Communication strategy and demonstrating the energy efficiency improvement
Summarise how the Applicant will share the project outcomes and lessons with the community and other
councils and organisations. Maximum 200 words.
The Communication Plan (Attachment G) outlines the key strategies that the City of Greater Geraldton will employ during
development of the Project and following its implementation. An important element of this strategy will be to appoint a
dedicated Project Officer, reporting to a Project Management Group, to ensure that all activities are implemented on time
and on budget. In all activities, funding from the Australian Government through the CEEP Program will be acknowledged.
These activities will include:
- information sheets developed prior to the project, updates throughout and on completion
- dedicated web page on the City's website, containing comprehensive information on the project plans, timeline, projected
outcomes, progress; information relevant to community, educational institutions and suppliers (eg OHS information).
- information distributed through local print media and to schools and community groups, and presentations on radio when
available
- project signage at the front of the Aquarena site
- information portal at the Aquarena, with brochures, digital monitor with real time displays of energy use and other
information
- presentations at schools, community groups and others by City staff
- ensure tender and procurement opportunities are well publicised on the web page, in print media and through networking
- information provided in the rates notices sent to ratepayers in 2014, 2015 and 2016 on project progress and outcomes on
completion
- presentation of project outcomes at conferences such as Local Government Association conferences, energy efficiency
and other industry conferences
13.3
Sustainability of the demonstration
Summarise how the Applicant will ensure that the lessons from the project will be sustained within the
organisation and in the community after the project period. Maximum 200 words.
The key component of the Geraldton Aquarena Energy Efficiency Project is the installation of a geothermal system to
reduce gas consumption and therefore operating costs. The expected lifespan of the borehole infrastructure is at least 20
years, with replacement of heat pumps perhaps at 10 years. This is a innovative and long term project which the City will
continue to promote as a demonstration site to its local community, and particularly as part of school programs.
In addition, the other components of the project, namely low flow showerheads, variable speed drives and pool blankets
will substantially contribute to the overall energy efficiency result. It will be important to continue to promote the message
that these small steps, such as changing showheads, can deliver meaningful reduction in water use and therefore costs.
The information portal at the Aquarena and webpage on the City's website will continue to update the community of the
project impact following project completion.
It is also the City's goal to further improve energy efficiency at the Aquarena beyond the project period, in particular
looking at PV systems to offset electricity use. On 29 April 2009, the City resolved that savings from review of its
electricity tariff would be used to invest in sustainable programs, projects and activities as determined by the Council.
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13.4
Capacity building
Summarise how the project will educate and build community capacity about energy efficiency within the
applicant’s organisation, other organisations and the broader community. Maximum 200 words.
The City has a strategy to develop a sustainable community and through this delivered several policy documents to guide
development of opportunties when possible. In particular, its "2029 and Beyond" agenda is an ongoing community based
planning process analysing its five pillars of sustainability - environment, social, cultural, economic and governance
(www.2029andbeyond.com.au). This project will provide a long term demonstration to its broader community of how
energy efficiency and improved economic sustainability can be achieved through novel application of existing
technologies.
The project will provide an important source of data for tertiary students studying energy efficiency outcomes as part of
engineering or other tertiary courses. This can be similar to the work of the Department of Infrastructure Engineering at
the University of Melbourne which is researching geothermal installations as part of its sustainability studies
(www.eddge.comau).
The project will also provide an invaluable demonstration of a large scale commercial application of a geothermal system
in Australia, which will significantly benefit the development of this industry sector. It has been identified by the Australian
Geothermal Energy Association that demonstration of this technology will significantly encourage greater uptake of its
application. Development of this industry will lead to growth of skills in geothermal drilling, project design and engineering.
This project will be promoted by City representatives. Its staff and project consultants will be encouraged to present the
outcomes of the project in industry forums (including LGA conferences) and industry publications.
13.5
Innovative approaches
Summarise the extent to which the project includes cost-effective, innovative approaches that could be more
widely adopted by other building and facility owners? Maximum 200 words.
Use of shallow geothermal energy to drive ground source heat pumps for heating has been used extensively in Europe,
North America and parts of Asia, but has yet to see significant uptake in Australia. It can be used for domestic through to
commercial scale, but has most economic benefit when used for the latter.
Geraldton is sited on the northern end of the Perth Basin, which in this area contains several aquifers from shallow levels
through around 500m depth. A Feasibility Study determined that a 315kW system was optimal (based on value for money)
for the Aquarena (refer Attachment E). It will use two boreholes to extract and inject c.24 degree water from the shallow
aquifer, with nil net extraction of water. Heat pumps then increase the temperature of this water to 47 degress, which then
heats the pool water through heat exchangers.
There are many other local authorities and other organisations heating or proposing to heat pool water at their aquatic
centres. Those that have the benefit of shallow aquifers with good flow conditions will be able to develop geothermal
systems such as that proposed here. If no aquifer exists or inadequate aquifer conditions exist, then a closed loop
borefield will be required. In both cases, ground source heat pumps deliver the heating from either closed loops or open
loops - ie. aquifers.
The project will be excellent in demonstrating delivery of commerical scale water heating using heat pumps, such as used
for aquatic centres, large hotels, hospitals and other sites with large scale use of hot water. It can also demonstrate
similarly for space heating and cooling.
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13.6
Community support
Summarise the support for the project from the community. Maximum 200 words.
Evidence of community support must be attached as Attachment B in Question 4.
The City of Greater Geraldton carried out a user survey in January 2013 to assess the level of support for various
proposed activities at the centre and to determine level of satisfaction with management of the facility. In addition, various
user groups have indicated support for improved energy efficiency at the centre (refer to Attachment B).
Results from the user survey showed that 98.6% (of 280 responses) supported reduction of energy use, costs and
greenhouse emissions. From some of the comments, several commented that they would only support cost effective
reductions. Other results from the survey were that 54.6% of people use the pool for general swimming as a family, 15.5%
for physiotherapy and 19.9% as a club member. 76.1% of people use the indoor pool.
The survey also sought feedback on whether heating the outdoor pool would increase the outdoor pool use - 84.7% of
sporting and other groups favoured heating this pool. While the Geraldton Aquarena Feasibility Study (Attachment E,
Appendix 8.4) analysed economic feasibility for heating this pool as well as the indoor pools, the capital cost was high.
Therefore the City resolved that it would not heat the outdoor pool at this stage; should patronage increase with greater
use and population growth in the future, this may then be justified.
Letters of support are in Attachment B.
14.
MERIT CRITERION 4: PROJECT DESIGN, FUNDING AND MANAGEMENT
Note: A Project Plan for the proposed project must be submitted.
✔ Project plan attached as Attachment H.
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(CEEP Round Two Application Guidance provides supplementary information relating to this criterion)
14.1
Has the Applicant been the recipient of a Commonwealth Government grant?
If yes, provide details of the type and amount of funding. Maximum 50 words.
Yes
The City has recently received Commonwealth Government grants for a storm-water harvesting project for the value of $6
Million.
It has also received a grant in 2011 from the Commonwealth Government, Community Development Pathways Project
Healthy Communities Initiative for the amount of $703, 607 to be expended by 2014.
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14.2
Project delivery
Provide a summary of the Applicant’s project implementation strategy to deliver the project to agreed
timelines and within allocated budget, including access to appropriately skilled staff and/or appropriately
qualified or accredited contractors. Maximum 200 words.
The low flow showerheads, variable speed drives, pool blankets and upgrade of the powerboard will be implemented as
soon as possible following signing of the grant - estimated by Nov 2013. As appropriate, tenders will be sought for these
items, or quotes for procurement. Quotes or estimates of costs have been obtained for the purpose of developing the
Project budget. It is expected that, given the short timeframe, these costs will not vary substantially.
The geothermal system will be implemented in two stages:
- tender and delivery of detailed design (by Feb 2014)
- tender, construction of the bore field and geothermal heat pump system and commissioning of the system (by Nov/Dec
2014).
Cost estimates for all stages of the geothermal project have been made based on understood parameters, with key
components (such as the heat pumps) with firm quotes. However, given the timeframe between the grant application and
completion, a contingency of 20% (12% regional costs and 8% price variation costs) has been applied to the geothermal
system costs.
A realistic and staged implementation plan has been developed in which detailed design, procurement and implementation
will be completed.
The Project Management Group will include the Operations Manager (Chair), Manager Environmental Health and
Sustainability and the Aquarena Manager. This group will ensure engagement across the necessary aspects of the
organisation to deliver the Project on time and budget.
Consultants which develop the detailed design will oversee the installation of the borefield (hydrogeologists) and
construction of the engineering and building infrastructure (engineering design consultant).
14.3
Does the Applicant have experience in project management and the ability to
complete the project within the agreed timeframe? Summarise the Applicant’s experience
and capacity here. Maximum 200 words
Yes
Two members of the Project Management Group have considerable and wide ranging experience in project management.
Operations Manager, Gerard Sherlock (BSc in Civil Engineering, BEng Hons in Civil and Environmental Engineering and
MSc in Geotechnical Engineering) - will oversee the project implementation. He has more than 10 years experience
working on large scale airport, roads and environmental projects, and demonstrated ability managing projects which were
implemented on time and within budget.
Aquarena Manager, David Emery (Diploma Management completed in 2008, Technical Operations Certificate completed
in 2001, 13 years experience in Swimming Pool Management - will be dedicated to day to day management of the
Aquarena Project, reporting to the Operations Manager. David will be responsible for ensuring all reporting, operations and
development are timely and in accordance with the project plan and grant agreement.
In addition, the Operations Manager is responsible to the Director of Community Infrastructure; Neil Arbuthnot has a
M(Bus), Grad Dip Mgt, Memb Inst of Eng Aust, Fellow of Public Eng Aust, CPENG MBS and is responsible for
development and maintenance of all community infrastructure in the City.
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14.4
Does the Applicant have a past record in delivering projects of a similar nature? If
yes, provide details of the Applicant’s past record.
Maximum 200 words.
Yes
The City has experience in delivery of projects similar to this having recently renovated and refurbished the Geraldton
Aquarena in 2012 at a cost of $1.96M, installing recirculation pumps, removing and repairing corroded infrastructure.
The Geraldton Foreshore Redevelopment including construction of water park playground.
The City has recently received commonwealth government grants for a storm-water harvesting project for the value of $3
Million. It has also received a grant in 2011 from the Community Development Pathways Project Healthy Communities
Initiative for the amount of $703, 607 to be expended by 2014.
The City received $132, 000 in funding from the Commonwealth Government Department of Climate Change and Energy
Efficiency to develop a Climate Change Adaptation Plan which was produced in 2010. One of the actions identified in the
plan included affordable access to the Geraldton Aquarena in periods of high temperature in summer and to investigate
energy efficiency technologies. The City has since employed a Climate Change Coordinator in partnership with the
Northern Agricultural Catchment Council to implement the 68 actions within this plan some that reduce the City's
Greenhouse Emissions.
14.5
Subcontractors
Provide a summary of how the Applicant will manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with state and
territory laws, including relevant workplace health and safety regulations.
Maximum 200 words.
The Project Management Group will oversee the project implementation. A Project Manager will be assigned to manage
the tender development process, issue of tenders, procurement of goods and management of execution of the project.
The City of Greater Geraldton requires all contractors and subcontractors to comply with the City's Occupational Safety
and Health Policy, Safety Rules and its Contractor Information Guidelines and Checklist. All contractors must complete
and be registered on the LGIS contractor induction database for local Government contracts before any work can
commence. (City of Greater Geraldton Contractor Induction Checklist and Contractor Safety Procedures May 2012 Ver.1.1
- attached to Project Plan - Attachment H). Issues that are essential to be covered are an acceptance of the code of
conduct, adequate required insurances (including workers compensation, motor vehicle and mobile equipment, public
liability and personal accident is self employed) and compliance with other operational requirements.
Each contracting company must submit a copy of its safety and risk management plan to the CGG prior to working onsite.
It is the responsibility of the contractor to provide a safe working environment for its employees and for any other person
who is onsite. Contractors are required to ensure that their employees and sub-contractor are aware of the CGGs safety,
health and other requirements.
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14.6
Commencement of works
Will the Applicant be able to commence physical works relating to the project soon after the
signing of the funding agreement? If no, provide reasons for the delay.
Maximum 100 words.
Yes
The City of Greater Geraldton will purchase and install the low flow shower heads, pool blankets, variable speed drives
and upgrade of power board within 4 months of signing the CEEP agreement.
For the geothermal system, tender for, and development of the detailed design will be completed by February 2014
(within 8 months). The tender for, and construction of the ground and engineering systems will be carried out by
November 2014 (within 17 months).
The geothermal bores will need to be drilled, then tested prior to issue of a production license from the Department of
Water; this process may take 2-3 months. Once completed the above ground engineering system will be finalised
(including appropriate BMS upgrade) and the system commissioned.
14.7a
Has the Applicant obtained all appropriate planning and building approvals under
relevant local, state or territory and Commonwealth legislation?
If yes, attach evidence of all appropriate planning and building approvals, including heritage
approvals (if applicable), as Attachment I.
No
 Evidence of planning and building approvals attached.
14.7b
If no, when will these approvals be obtained? Maximum 100 words.
The planning and building approvals for the colourbond shed to house the heat pumps, and any modifications to the
existing building to house the engineering for the geothermal system will be obtained from the City of Greater Geraldton
prior to signing a grant agreement.
An Application for a license under Section 26D from the WA Department of Water will be sought to construct two
boreholes prior to signing the grant agreement. Final design of the boreholes is determined once the first borehole is
drilled. On completion and testing of both boreholes, a Section 5C Licence to extract water can be applied for with
lodgement of a Completion Report on construction of the wells. (Refer p12 of Rockwater report, in Geraldton Aquatic
Feasibility Report, Attachment E - Appendix 8.4).
14.8
Project funding
Will the project receive any other Commonwealth grant or rebate to fund this project?
No
Will the project utilise the CEEP funding to distribute funds as grants to other parties
(i.e. providing devolved grants)?
No
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14.9
Summary of funding
A summary of the funding for the project must be provided here.
Note: The details of the project budget must be provided in the Budget Workbook (provided in the CEEP
Round Two Application Package) and submitted as Attachment J.
✔ Budget Workbook attached.

2012/13
(ex GST)
CEEP Funding requested
2013/14
(ex GST)
2014/15
(ex GST)
$1,333.00
$254,433
$540,056
$667.00
$127,215
$270,028
$667.00
$127,215
$270,028
$2,000.00
$381,648
$810,084
2015/16
(ex GST)
Total
(ex GST)
Other Contributions
Applicant
Partner organisations
Other organisations
Sub-total of other
contributions (ex GST)
Total cost of project
(ex GST)
14.10
Summary of Risk Management and Mitigation Strategy
A Risk Management and Mitigation Strategy for the project must be provided as Attachment K.
Further guidance is provided in the CEEP Round Two Application Guidance.
✔ Risk Management and Mitigation Strategy attached.

Provide a summary of the attached strategy for the project. Maximum 200 words.
The Risk Management Strategy (Attachment K) summarises the project management, risk management, monitoring and
review, communication, contractor safety and risk analysis and management strategy. A key part of the strategy will be
that communication (as per the Communication Plan - Attachment G) of all aspect of the project is adhered to to ensure
that the Project is implemented on time, that tender processes have optimum opportunity to achieve sound market rates
and that the process is implemented smoothly.
The Project Management Group will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Risk Management Strategy.It will also
closely monitor the opportunity for any risk to materialise, and management of that risk throughout the project
implementation, ensuring that any potential for cost overrun, delay, injury or other incidents are minimised. This will be
carried out in accordance with the CGG prescribed policies and procedures.
All contractors and subcontractors involved in the project will be required to agree to the City of Greater Geraldton
Contractor Checklist and Safety Procedures, which are comprehensive and raise awareness on all aspects of likely risk
that can arise. This document and the CGG Contractor Induction Checklist are included in Attachment K.
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14.11 Project risk assessment
Provide a summary of the project risk assessment.
Cause of Risk
Anything that alone or in
combination, has the potential to
give rise to a risk
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implemented
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carried out
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undesirable outcome
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energy efficiency outcomes
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of positive demonstration value
Budget may be inadequate
CGG will need to review its ability to
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14.12 Statement of Compliance
Does the Applicant accept the terms of the draft CEEP Funding Agreement?
Yes
If the Applicant does not accept the draft CEEP Funding Agreement, specify each clause the Applicant would
not accept and include a short explanation for each. Maximum 200 words.
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15.
MERIT CRITERION 5: VALUE FOR MONEY
15.1
Value for money
Achieving value for public money is a prime consideration in all Commonwealth grant programs. Describe
how the project provides value for money through the level and type of co-funding available for the project.
Maximum 200 words.
Geothermal system: heating of pool water makes up the 45 % of the total energy budget for the Aquarena.
Based on the Geraldton Aquatic Feasibility Study, the optimum scenario for ground source heat pumps was at 315kW
capacity, delivering 92% of the heating load, with gas boiler delivering required peak load. The payback on the revised
capital cost of $689,420 (@28 Jan 2013, excludes contingency) was just under 7 years.
Other initiatives in this proposal include variable speed drives, upgraded power board and BMS, and installation of low
flow showerheads for existing showers.
Pool Blankets will reduce energy by 24% and has a payback period of 3.8 years.
VSDs and timer will reduce energy by 30%; payback periods vary for each pump but overall it is about 1.5 years.
For the proposed new energy efficiency initiatives, the payback for a total investment of $821,320 (no contingency,
administration costs included) is 6.7 years with an estimated NPV of $1.88M.
The City of Greater Geraldton has committed to funding the one third share of project costs under the CEEP program for
energy efficiency investment from its annual budgets over the 18 month period of the project.
In 2013/2014, its share will be $127,215 and in 2014/2015 will be $270,028. This commitment follows significant
investment by CGG to bring the facility up to a high standard of maintenance.
15.2
Related project(s)
Is the proposed project related to any existing project(s)?
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15.3
Additional to business as usual
Describe how the proposed project is additional to business as usual, that is a new project, an additional
stage to a current project, a project which adds energy efficiency activities to a current project or a project
which is being brought forward. Maximum 200 words.
The project has focussed on energy efficiency at the Aquarena, which follows the substantial and much needed upgrade
of the indoor facility. The highly corrosive indoor environment has required stripping and painting of the internal metal
structure, louvres were installed to improve natural ventilation when appropriate, and other works were carried out. In
2013/2014, $1.96M was spent on the facility, and the CGG has committed a further $2.6M in 2013/2014 to finalise this
maintenance program. $400,000 was spent in 2009 replacing the boiler and other work.
With the upgrade works carried out and planned, the facility will then be in sound condition for the foreseeable future,
The Council has now focussed on options to reduce the substantial energy costs which are set to continue to increase.
These costs are increasing onerous given the constrained local government budget for this remote regional community
and the many competing demands.
The City of Geraldton has committed the resources ($397,911) from its annual budgets to ensure its opportunity through
the CEEP program can be implemented and achieve the expected offset of energy costs. This will provide significant
ongoing financial and social benefit to this community.
15.4
Need for funding
Would the project proceed in the planned timeframes without CEEP funding?
If no, outline the need for the CEEP funding sought in order for the project to proceed.
No
Maximum 200 words.
The project would not proceed within the planned time frames without support from the CEEP program.
The City of Greater Geraldton has invested $1.96M in 2012/2013 to carry out much needed refurbishment of the
Aquarena facility and proposes to invest a further $2.6M in 2013/2014 to complete this work. The total cost of the
energy efficiency component, which is the subject of this application, would not be possible within current budgets in
addition to the urgent works currently being undertaken.
In addition, the operating costs for this facility exceed its revenue by more than $1 million pa; a disproportionate share of
annual resources available from Council budgets for these community facilities. This project will deliver a significant
annual saving for the City.
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15.5
On-going benefits
Outline any on-going tangible benefits (other than energy efficiency) to the local community or local
economy from the project that may go beyond the funding period. Maximum 200 words.
With the support of the CEEP funding, the CGG can reduce operating costs by approximately $125,940 pa (based on
current energy prices), which will assist keeping fees and charges at affordable levels.
In addition, the Council is committed to continue implementing sustainable initiatives, and measures such as PV will be
considered in the future (refer Attachment E - energy audit recommendation). The Council has a commitment to reinvest
where possible savings from these initiatives in renewable energy and energy efficiency.
The project will provide an invaluable demonstration of use of a commercial scale application of ground source heat
pumps for large scale water heating in the local community and broader Australian market. This technology is widely
used in North America, Europe and parts of Asia, but has yet to be broadly taken up in Australia.
A late 1990s commercial scale installation is the heating and cooling of the Geoscience Australia building in Canberra,
and since there has been some takeup of domestic and smaller commercial scale projects. However, the largest
potential for substantial energy offset is in the commercial sector. This project will greatly assist market development in
Australia, with flow-on development of skills, training and know-how for this sector. For reference, installation worldwide
of heat pumps was estimated at 10,100 MW thermal in 2005 (Curtis et al, Proceedings of the World Geothermal
Congress 2005).
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ENGAGING LOCAL INDUSTRY (APPLICABLE ONLY FOR PROJECTS REQUESTING MORE THAN $1 MILLION
IN CEEP FUNDING)
Applicants requesting more than $1 million in grant funding are required to meet certain requirements
regarding engagement with local industry during the duration of the project.
(CEEP Round Two Application Guidance provides supplementary information relating to this criterion)
16.1
Communication Strategy
Describe how the communication strategy for the proposed project will provide for the early identification of
opportunities for Australian companies and the effective transfer of information about opportunities for
Australian companies through all tiers of supply. Maximum 100 words
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16.2
Opportunities through all tiers of supply and in all stages of the project
Describe strategies to incorporate Australian companies through all tiers of supply and in all stages of the
proposed project (i.e. through design, procurement, construction, operation and whole-of-life support).
Maximum 100 words.
16.3
Key equipment and products
Describe how the Applicant will identify and provide opportunities for Australian companies to supply key
equipment and product components of the project. Maximum 100 words.
16.4
Procedures and resources
Describe the procedures and resources in place to implement strategies to provide full, fair and reasonable
opportunity for Australian companies. Maximum 100 words.
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SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
To complete the your application you will need:
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the CEEP Round Two Application Form (this document)
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the Project Budget Workbook (provided as part of the Application Package) and
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relevant attachments (see list of required attachments below).
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Applications must be submitted electronically using this Application Form, except where prior written approval
has been obtained from the Department for alternate lodgement.
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The Application Form can be saved as a PDF document on your computer at any time during the process of
completing your application.
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Save the completed form as a PDF document for your records. Ensure your organisation’s name is included
in the file name (e.g. XY Council – CEEP R2 Application).
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Click on the SUBMIT button on Page 34 of this form. This will automatically generate an email to
[email protected] with a copy of the completed form attached. Ensure the Subject line
includes the name of your organisation and the words “CEEP R2 Application”.
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Print the Declaration page for signature by the Authorised Officer and have their signature witnessed. Scan the
signed and witnessed Declaration page.
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Create a new email with a subject line that includes the name of your organisation and the words “CEEP
Application Attachments” and that indicates the number of emails being sent (e.g. XY Council - CEEP R2
Application Email 1 of 3).
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Each email must not exceed 10MB. Multiple emails may be used to submit attachments.
Attach the following documents to the email. Ensure that all attachments are clearly named:
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Attachment A: Proof of Public Liability insurance
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Attachment B: Evidence of support from local government/community support (as applicable)
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Attachment C: Evidence of approval from owner(s) or other part owners (applicable only if you are a part
owner or tenant of any building, facility or site)
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Attachment D: Financial statements and relevant financial documents
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Attachment E: Relevant energy efficiency information or reports
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Attachment F: Supporting evidence to demonstrate benefits to LSE target group(s)
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Attachment G: Communication Strategy
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Attachment H: Project Plan
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Attachment I: Evidence of relevant planning and building approvals
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Attachment J: Project Budget Workbook
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Attachment K: Risk Management Strategy
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Attachment L: Copy of signed Declaration page
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Do not provide attachments other than those listed above.
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All emails must be sent to [email protected] before 5pm AEDT on 7 February 2013.
Applications lodged after the advertised closing date may be accepted for assessment in cases where the delay is due to
exceptional circumstances. The decision to accept late applications will be at the discretion of the Department.
Keep a copy of your Application Form and all supporting documentation for your records as this information will not be
returned to you.
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DECLARATION
The Authorised Officer of the organisation makes the following declarations on behalf of the Applicant and, in the case of
a group application, on behalf of the lead organisation and group members listed in section 6 of this application:
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I declare that I am authorised to submit this application (including any attachments) on behalf
of the Applicant/lead organisation and group members (delete as appropriate).
(If applicable) I declare that the Applicant is authorised to represent all group members for this
application.
I declare the Applicant has obtained or will obtain appropriate approvals to undertake
activities proposed in this application.
I agree to provide additional information on request, to assist the Department in assessing
this application, and I understand that any additional information provided forms part of the
application.
I have read and understood the CEEP Round Two Guidelines, CEEP Round Two Application
Guidance and draft Funding Agreement.
I accept the terms and conditions of the draft CEEP Funding Agreement other than those
noted in Section 14.11 of this application.
I declare that the Applicant/Applicant and members of the group (delete as appropriate) consent
to the use and disclosure of information provided in this application in accordance with the
privacy notice at the bottom of this page.
I declare that the information provided in this application is complete and correct.
I understand, and acknowledge that giving false or misleading information in this application
is an offence under the Criminal Code Act 1995.
I understand that funding is not guaranteed and will only be awarded to successful
applicants.
Authorised Officer Signature: ............................................................... Date: ......./........../.............
Name: ..............................................................
City of Greater Geraldton
CEO
Position: .............................................................. Organisation: ......................................................
Witness Signature: ............................................................................... Date: ......./........../.............
Name: ..............................................................
Position: .............................................................. Organisation: ......................................................
The use and disclosure of information provided in this application is regulated by the relevant provisions and penalties of the Public Service Act
1999, the Privacy Act 1988, the Freedom of Information Act 1982, the Crimes Act 1914 and the general laws of the Commonwealth of Australia.
The information contained in this application will be regarded as private and confidential and will be treated as such by the Department. This is
subject to the operational need to provide applications to assessors, and any statutory or legal requirements to provide information to the
Commonwealth Parliament and other organisations, for audit, law enforcement, investigative or other legitimate governmental purpose.
As part of the assessment process for this application, the Department may need to consult with, and provide material from this application to,
other government agencies or bodies, other organisations and/or relevant individuals, in order to substantiate any claims or statements made in
this application, or to otherwise assist in the assessment of this application. If this occurs, the Department will endeavour to ensure that the
parties who are consulted observe appropriate confidentiality provisions.
If this application is approved, the broad details of the application may be disclosed by the Department for purposes such as promoting the
program and reporting on its operation and policy development. This information may also be used in answering questions in Parliament and its
committees. In addition, the selected project information will be made publicly available. Public announcements may include the name of the
successful applicant and of any project partners; title and description of the project and its intended outcomes; and amount of funding awarded.
SUBMIT
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