space for an electric main transfer switch (mains <-> generator)
optimal: combine genset with battery. The battery is fantastic for handling startup loads and permits a smaller generator. Combined with battery storage, the generator runs only to charge the battery. The generator runs only at peak efficiency and uses up to 80% less fuel.
lodge electrical feed comes via this building
moves transformer away from the Lodge
removes power pole and power line from lodge area
Water Treatment
booster pump
sources of water leaks in the men's room (bleeding, condensation, etc.)
eyesore
noisy
pro: in Men's room, we can hear when it behaves "differently"
sediment filters
water softener (to avoid mineral deposits in water treatment equipment)
UV sterilizers
in current location, they are difficult to access and maintain
current location has too little space to put in larger treatment options
Water Heating
present water heaters
(3) electric in the bathroom/shower area (100+ gallons)
(2) propane tanks in the kitchen (100 gallons)
the tanks consume a lot of space and take a long time to fill and empty
proposed water heaters
use a heat exchanger with the wood boiler to pre-heat potable water for the lodge
uses our abundant biofuel (wood) to reduce electric load
a hybrid heat pump water heater
up to 3x more efficient than plain electric
dries the air and the stored firewood
can be used to warm portions of the lodge when unoccupied
replace WH tanks in the lodge with mini-tanks or tankless heaters (boosters)
much less water needs to drain for winter shutdown
Building Features
fireproof design, inside and out
easy to clean up wood mess
efficient heat distribution
glycol lines carry hot water to zones that demand heat (Lodge, Zoo, Sauna, etc..)
water treatment room can be kept above freezing with minimal expense
waste heat from wood boiler dries stored wood
uses water in distribution pipes and 800 gallon tank for heat storage
Pros
frees up the wood room
allows removing existing furnace from Lodge
doubles the space in the drying room
removes a fire risk from the lodge
removes the plumbing mess from the men's room
uses wood to preheat water, reducing use of electricity and propane
removes much of the electrical mess in the pantry
right sized generator permits switch to electric ovens and stove, using less propane in the kitchen
Functions
Wood Stove / Furnace / Boiler
Wood Room
Electricity
Water Treatment
Water Heating
Building Features
Pros
Cons