What are the potential issues if we convert a centralised gas hot water system to an efficient electric heat pump system?
Most issues are manageable. However, there are a few items for consideration.
Yes, it’s possible. Most issues are manageable. A few items for consideration include:
- Who funds the conversion process and new hot water plant?
- What are the costs of terminating old gas accounts?
- What is the weight of electric heat pumps vs gas plants?
- Is there enough electricity capacity in the building?
- How will the owners corporation bill customers?
Each site is unique, and an independent review will be needed.
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Joseph Arena is the founder of Embedded Network Arena and Managing Director of Arena Energy Consulting. With more than 20 years' experience in the Australian energy sector, including over 15 years focused on embedded networks, Joseph advises Owners Corporations, Body Corporates, strata committees and strata managers on embedded networks and emerging energy technologies. An independent consultant, Joseph has extensive expertise across embedded electricity, hot water, gas, air conditioning and electric vehicle charging networks. He has led numerous embedded network reviews, contract audits and tender processes across Australia. Embedded Network Arena is a member of the Strata Community Association and the Owners Corporation Network of Australia. Joseph is also a regular presenter at industry events, webinars and forums on embedded networks, consumer outcomes and energy reform.
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