MERCi has done several things to improve it's use of energy.
Renewable Energy Sources
Bridge-5 Mill purchases electricity it cannot generate on-site from a renewable energy generator. (See the green electricity web page for a list of renewable energy suppliers you can purchase clean, green power from, opens in new window.)
MERCi utilises solar panels generating a peak output of 1.3 kilowatts - which is used to power a computer in the 'You Are Here' Exhibition. To the best of our knowledge this is the first use of solar power within Manchester. We also have a small Marlec wind generator for educational purposes.
Energy Efficient
Gas condensing boilers on each floor used in conjunction with zoning and monitoring techniques help to minimise energy use. Visit the Energy Saving Trust web page for money off deals to buy energy efficiency appliances.
Climate Change Abatement
MERCi is committed to purchasing its' electricity from a renewable energy company and we are looking into purchasing gas from a supplier who is part of a carbon storage scheme. This is a financial tariff, which supports the planting of trees and investment in renewable energy schemes, which compensates for the carbon dioxide emissions resulting from the buildings' operation.
Lighting
Following the guidelines of relevant European Union directives, the buildings' internal design has utilised natural lighting to a maximum, with all offices having access to natural daylight. Low energy florescent lighting ensures greater efficiency compared to traditional lights.
