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Grant Award View - GA201256
Install a 6.6kw solar photovoltaic system on Taroona Fire Brigade roof
GA ID:
GA201256
Agency:
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Approval Date:
1-Oct-2021
Publish Date:
8-Nov-2021
Category:
Community Development
Grant Term:
5-Nov-2021 to 9-Apr-2022
Value (AUD):
$5,200.00
(GST inclusive where applicable)
One-off/Ad hoc:
No
Aggregate Grant Award:
No
PBS Program Name:
DCCEEW 21/22 Supporting reliable, secure and affordable energy
Grant Program:
Powering Communities
Grant Activity:
Install a 6.6kw solar photovoltaic system on Taroona Fire Brigade roof
Purpose:
PROJECT MOTIVATION
Taroona Volunteer Fire Brigade (TVFB) is a volunteer organisation that operates under the auspices of the Tasmania Fire Service. Brigade members donate their time to respond to emergency incidents and fight bushfires. TVFB is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year.
While the Tasmania Fire Service (TFS) provides the essential infrastructure, firefighting equipment, and training, brigade members still need to raise funds for station improvements and non–standard issue equipment. The TFS does not have the budget to provide anything more than the basics.
To date, TVFB has successfully raised funds to resurface its driveway, enhance outdoor lighting, and acquire additional equipment such as thermal imaging cameras, UHF radios, and helmet torches.
The station improvements are about creating a safer training environment for volunteers. Additional equipment helps the brigade be a more effective firefighting capability. Station improvements and additional equipment make the TVFB more attractive to members and prospective members.
PROJECT SCOPE
The Powering Communities Program offers an opportunity for TVFB to be more innovative/creative about fund–raising. The project aims to install a 6.6kw solar photovoltaic system on our fire station roof. This will reduce the electricity bill to the TFS. A portion of the savings can be translated into additional brigade funding. For example, a $1500 saving in the annual electricity bill can be given back to the brigade to spend at its own discretion (a form of cash–back scheme).
KEY ACTIVITIES
– Install a 6.6kW photovoltaic system on the Taroona Fire Station roof. Add additional bracing if required.
– Swap out the old electricity meter with a smart meter.
– Upgrade electrical distribution board.
– Organise the cashback scheme with the TFS.
GO ID:
GO Title:
Powering Communities Program
Internal Reference ID:
PCPACL000003
Selection Process:
Closed Non-Competitive
Confidentiality - Contract:
No
Confidentiality - Outputs:
No
Grant Recipient Details
Recipient Name:
TAROONA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC
Recipient ABN:
35 276 025 103
Grant Recipient Location
Suburb:
TAROONA
Town/City:
TAROONA
Postcode:
7053
State/Territory:
TAS
Country:
AUSTRALIA
Grant Delivery Location
State/Territory:
TAS
Postcode:
7053
Country:
AUSTRALIA