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London Recreation Centre and Library

Type of initiative FCM Green Municipal Fund - Capital Project
Sector Energy
Project value$24,844,876
Project Type Capital Project
Sub Sector Building – New – Energy efficiency
Grant amount$300,000
Program type GMF
Municipality City of London, ON
Loan amount$2,000,000
Status Fully Disbursed
Population 422,324
Project timeline 2008 - 2010
Project number 10078

Description

In a tri-party partnership, the City of London, London Public Library and YMCA of Western Ontario will build the 6,689-square-metre London Recreation Centre and Library, a structure expected to meet LEED Gold certification guidelines. Environmental technologies that will be used in the building include a green roof, permeable paving surfaces and rain gardens to manage and collect stormwater; a greywater cistern and other water-saving features such as dual-flush toilets, ultralow-flow shower heads and automated taps; and energy-efficient heating, cooling, and lighting technologies, with use of natural lighting throughout. The possible use of geothermal heating and cooling with solar thermal assist is being considered. Construction will aim to use local materials, protect surrounding open space and install naturalized landscaping requiring no irrigation. Overall energy savings compared with an equivalent building under the Model National Energy Code for Buildings are forecast to be 61.5 per cent. This multipurpose space, with its combination of fitness facilities, library, community rooms, and daycare is intended to inspire social and physical activity for the northeastern London community. Its demonstration of LEED building principles will also inspire future commercial and institutional building developments in London by its inclusion in regular London green building tours.
(Project description from original funding application)

Project results

Environmental outcomes

  • Reduced energy use
  • Reduced or avoided GHG emissions
  • Reduced water consumption
  • Improved stormwater quality
  • Improved groundwater quality
  • Promotion of eco-friendly transportation
  • Avoided soil erosion
  • Use of sustainable practices
  • Biodiversity and ecosystem protection
  • Improved indoor air quality

Social outcomes

  • Protection/improvement of public human health
  • Increased staff health and safety
  • Increased opportunities for physical activity
  • Increased opportunities for recreational activities
  • Improved availability and accessibility of information
  • Increased social inclusion
  • Development of local programs

Economic outcomes

  • Reduced maintenance costs
  • Innovative financing
  • Increased tourism

Lessons learned

  • Stakeholder and community engagement
  • Council support/buy-in
  • Communication & coordination
  • Data and reporting
  • Resources
  • External factors

Applicant

City of London, ON