The idea
Grosvenor Rowing Club is a volunteer-led, open-access club with over 200 members, including juniors, seniors, masters, leisure, and adaptive rowers. We are committed to becoming more sustainable in line with British Rowing’s and Cheshire West's carbon reduction targets. This project will repair and insulate the roof of our historic clubhouse to reduce heat loss and improve energy use. The clubhouse is a vital community asset, used for training, events, Learn to Row courses, and visiting club camps. We've already replaced all lighting with LEDs, saving an estimated 202.4kg CO2/year and this is the next step in improving our energy performance (currently EPC C). By future-proofing the building, we estimate we could reduce our carbon footprint by at least 550kg CO2 annually, reduce running costs, and ensure the space remains warm and dry for everyone. This project will directly benefit hundreds of rowers and visitors while contributing to a greener, more sustainable local sports hub.
What we'll deliver
- Arrange professional scaffolding to be erected
- Replace missing section of guttering
- Replace loose tiles
- Remove birds nest and add strips to deter further nests
- Remove all debris from loft space
- Install insulation in line with building regulations
Why it's a great idea
Energy Efficiency: Reduces heating costs and energy consumption through roof insulation and repairs. This is likely to reduce the club's estimated carbon emissions by at least 550kg of CO2 per year and achieve financial payback in 3-5years.
Sustainability: Supports Grosvenor Rowing Club’s reduced carbon footprint goals and British Rowing’s sustainability initiatives.
Preservation of Heritage: Protects and enhances a historic building leased by the Duke of Westminster, ensuring it remains a community asset for years to come.
Comfortable Environment: Provides a more comfortable, safe, and dry space for training, events, and community activities.
Community Impact: Benefits over 200 members, including juniors, seniors, and adaptive rowers, and attracts visiting clubs for training camps.
Long-Term Savings: Reduces maintenance costs and lowers the club's carbon footprint, ensuring funds are available for other club programs.
Steps to get it done
- Engaging contractor
- Arrange for professional scaffolding to be erected
- Replace missing section of guttering at the left side of building
- Rubbish and debris removal
- Quilted insulation in attic area
