Changing the surfaces of asphalt playgrounds to bright surfaces

In case of public areas, the aim is to change paved surfaces to bright, resp. reflective surfaces with lower solar radiation absorption, which will significantly contribute to reducing the "heat island" effect, as dark paved surfaces reflect only 10-20% of solar radiation, while bright surfaces more than half. The mentioned measure to increase the resistance of public areas to overheating will be implemented on the surfaces of asphalt playgrounds on a total area of 1,600 m2.

Green walls on container stands

To increase the air humidity, reduce the content of dust particles and create a visual and vegetation barrier, vertical substrate gardens with perennial plantings will be installed on the two container stands.

 

Exterior vertical greenery in the yard of M. R. Štefánik

When it comes to public buildings, there will be the question of providing shading with alternative elements of green infrastructure, specifically in the form of exterior vertical greenery, which will be installed in the courtyard of M. R. Štefánik, where the Museum of Communism is located. It will green the part of the facade of the walls. The aim is to ensure cooling of the environment through evapotranspiration of vegetation (release of water from the surface of plants) and evaporation from surfaces, capture of dust particles. Vertical greenery contributes to improvement and healing of the climate, it contributes to increasing the ecological value of the area.

Implementation of rainwater harvesting activities as part of water retention measures

Due to changes in precipitation, especially in connection with more frequent droughts, the town proposed to reduce water consumption by reusing rain and waste "grey" water in the building of the kindergarten Božena Němcová. Rainwater is now collected in surface water reservoirs and further used for irrigation of grass areas in the school premises, which is saving money for the supply and drainage of water (so-called water and sewage). Rainwater irrigation replenishes groundwater supplies and improves the microclimate of the environment through increased evaporation.

For this purpose, the following measures was to purchase under the proposed measure:

  • 4 pieces of water collectors with filter: 2 pieces of plastic collection tank with a volume of 300l and 2 pieces of plastic collection tank with a volume of 650l
  • 4 drain taps
  • 4 roof gutters from the roof with an area of 219 m2 

Implementation of activities to increase energy efficiency - B. Němcová Kindergarten

The restoration of the building consisted of:

  • the insulation of the perimeter walls of the above-ground floors, the replacement of window and door panels, the renovation of the balcony, modifications to the building's plumbing structures, modernisation of the boiler room and construction of a new gutter sidewalk.

According to the conclusions of the energy audit, the renovation of the building will save CO2 emissions at the total amount of 14.3 t CO2/year. The rate of total energy savings after the implementation of all proposed building modifications is estimated at about 64% compared to the existing solution. In case of these energy efficiency measures, the key indicator planned to make a measurable contribution to achieving the minimum required CO2 reduction target was set on the basis of the conclusions of energy audits carried out for both kindergarten buildings.

 

Contact

Brezno Town Hall
Námestie gen. M. R. Štefánika 1
977 01 Brezno
Slovakia (Slovak Republic)
ID:00313319 VAT:2020398391

email: podatelna@brezno.sk 
phone: 048/6306 231