NABERS 5.5 star without green power

Demonstrated impact of right sized HVAC plant.

NABERS 5 stars in 2009

Team Catalyst helped Stockland receive their first NABERS 5 star in 2009

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2.5 to 5 star NABERS

HVAC plant upgrade resulted in a reduction of base building electricity consumption by more than 46%, and the building has lifted it’s NABERS Energy rating from 2.5 to 5.0 stars!

NABERS 5 stars in 2009

Team Catalyst helped Stockland receive their first NABERS 5 star in 2009

Wollongong (NSW)1

2.5 to 5 star NABERS

HVAC plant upgrade resulted in a reduction of base building electricity consumption by more than 46%, and the building has lifted it’s NABERS Energy rating from 2.5 to 5.0 stars!

NABERS 5.5 star without green power

Demonstrated impact of right sized HVAC plant

About Team Catalyst

Established in 2005 and located in Sydney, Australia, Team Catalyst specialises in mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions, and improving occupant thermal comfort in the built environment.

Our Team

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    PC Thomas, Director

    BE, MS (Mech Engg) UFlorida

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    GS Rao, Director

    BE (Mech), MBA (AGSM)

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    Ayshwarya Venkatesan, Associate

    BArch, MDes Sci (USyd)

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    Peter Lyons, Fenestralia

    PhD, M.ASHRAE

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    Rebecca Powles, Data Analyst

    BSci PhD(USyd), PostDoc UCBerkeley

  • Akshay Deokar Architect ESD Sustainability consultant
    Akshay Deokar, ESD|Designer

    BArch, MArchSci (USyd)

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Services

 

 

We combine practical experience with skilled use of building simulation tools to predict performance improvements when upgrading existing buildings or delivering new buildings.

Energy Simulation

We have demonstrated expertise in upgrading end-of-life HVAC plant/systems, a unique opportunity to "move the needle" for NABERS ratings and occupant comfort.

HVAC System
Design and Upgrades

PC an GS have been members of the NABERS IDR Panel since its inception and have carried out more than 70 IDRs.

NABERS Independent Design Review (IDR)

Team Catalyst were commissioned by the  ABCB to review the new NCC2019 Section-J provisions, and have a unique understanding of them.

Building Envelope Optimisation

Team Catalyst have developed a streamlined process to manage the NABERS performance risk in the delivery of a new or deep refurbishment building project.  The process has been successfully applied on several projects.

Managing NABERS Performance Risk

Team Catalyst uses the EnergyPlus simulation engine, developed by USDOE, which incorporates the most current ASHRAE Heat Balance load calculation procedure to determine correct peak cooling loads and arrive at right sizing.

Load Calculation for Energy Efficient Design

Team Catalyst can provide strategic direction to portfolio owners of existing building plant/equipment towards transitioning to modern refrigerants.

HCFC/HFC Refrigerant Phase Out          

Team Catalyst have assisted property owners and developers in implementing  refurbishment projects with substantial  improvement in base building energy ratings.

Refurbishment for Energy Efficiency

Team catalyst specialises in maximising energy efficiency while enhancing  thermal comfort. The company has been involved in several existing building and new construction projects in this area.

          Environmental Control                                               .

Team Catalyst is well conversant in green rating schemes i.e. NABERS, CBD, Green Star, NCC section-J. The personnel within the company have been involved in reviewing the scheme and delivering the training for accreditation where applicable.

          Green Rating Schemes               .

We are working on commercial, retail and residential Net Zero projects and standards; including the GBCA residential standard.

           Net Zero Strategies                      .

Aysh is one of the first Certified Passivehaus Designers in Sydney, and has compared design outputs for a live project using PHPP, NatHERS and DesignBuilder.  

Passivhaus Design Solution

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Projects

A selection of our projects

 

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FIRST 5 STAR NABERS
5 stars NABERS Energy in 2009, when the market was coming to terms with 4.5 stars!                       .

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HOTEL REVIEW
Roadmap and review role for mechanical upgrade results in 23% reduction in energy use.                                                .

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HVAC  UPGRADE
2.5 to 5 star NABERS Energy from an end-of-life HVAC plant upgrade on a 25+ year old office building.     .

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Brucedale Passivhaus (0.28ACH@50Pa)
A multigenerational two storey dwelling in The Hills, is a working example of passive solar design. The home is twice as airtight as required for Passivhaus.

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Advanced HVAC Design
The system is designed to provide excellent occupant comfort while maximising operating energy efficiency.

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Net Zero Energy (NZE)
Developed roadmap and analysis towards NZE performance for retirement living cottage.                .

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NCC 2019 Section-J
Commissioned by ABCB to review, and by Dept of Energy and Environment for case studies                                     .

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NABERS 5 Star
Team Catalyst provided a concept design evaluation in 2008, with particular emphasis to glazing and mechanical system configuration. 

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5.5 STAR NABERS WITH ZERO GREEN POWER!
We recommended to reduce the capacity of the HVAC plant, which lead to low energy use and increase thermal comfort.

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NABERS 5 STAR WITH ZERO GREEN POWER!
Worked with building portfolio owner to carry out an Independent Design review for the deep refurbishment project.

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TARGET FOR 4.5 STAR BUT TRACKING 5 STAR NABERS!
We help to Concept HVAC design, optimisation of façade, predicting NABERS energy consumption using whole building simulation.

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ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN SHOPPING CENTRES
We implemented energy efficiency measures that will drastically reduce energy consumption at this 40,000 m2 retail complex.

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PRE-GREENSTAR YHA
Team Catalyst's sustainability road map for award winning YHA at the Rocks used as development condition.

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Research and training

We believe Research is an integral part of keeping abreast of new knowledge. We train to give back to the industry.

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Department of the Environment and Energy

Developed a HVAC calculating program for Department of  the environment and energy! Developed Australia’s first HVAC on line rating tool ‘Calculating Cool’.

http://www.calculatingcool.com.au/

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NCC 2019 Review and Case studies

Commissioned by ABCB & Dept of Energy and Environment
Team Catalyst were the official reviewers for the National Construction Code 2019 Section J upgrades.

https://ncc.abcb.gov.au/ncc-online/NCC

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Team Catalyst has conducted reviews for state and federal government departments on projects impacting government policy directions, providing strategic advice based on technical and financial analysis in the areas of energy efficiency in buildings, building rating tools, whole building energy simulation and life cycle cost analysis.

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CBD/NABERS Accreditation

Team Catalyst assists the Department of Planning (NSW) in delivering NABERS accredited assessor training for the Energy & Water and Data Centre module. And also assists the Department of the Energy & Environment in delivering the CBD accreditation training comprising of the Tenancy Lighting Assessment module.

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Training

The personnel at Team Catalyst have a passion for teaching, training and research in the area of energy efficiency. Over the last few years the company has conducted several training programs in relation to whole building energy simulation HVAC Design, control and optimisation of energy efficiency, building envelope and  building codes. 

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CONTACT US

Sydney

P C Thomas
E-mail: pcthomas@teamcatalyst.com.au

G S Rao
E-mail: gsrao@teamcatalyst.com.au

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