Manchester Communication Academy
Decarbonisation Case Study
Intro
Client: Manchester Communication Academy School
Type: Secondary Academy
Location: Manchester
Role: Design, Supply, Install, Commission
What we did
G.E.E. delivered a major whole-site decarbonisation project replacing the existing fossil fuel heating plant. Works included full heating system design and installation, electrical works, and integration with the existing heating distribution network, with all works planned around school access windows.
Technologies installed
- 525 kW cascaded Air Source Heat Pump system
- 265 kWp roof-mounted Solar PV array
- 215 kW Battery Energy Storage system
- Heat emitter upgrades across occupied areas
- Suspended ceiling installation
Key challenges and programme management
- Full integration of ASHP, PV and battery storage with existing heating network and BMS
- Major programme managed entirely within school holiday and access windows
- Electrical design and grid connection works for both PV and battery storage systems