The Sunshine Signal Control Centre is purpose-built new building, designed to support more frequent train services being delivered as part of the larger Metro Tunnel project. The Control Centre is equipped with new signalling technology to support the more frequent train services being delivered by the Metro Tunnel.
The project has been awarded 6 Green Stars by the Green Building Council of Australia. A 'Best Practice' or above score was awarded to each of the nine catergories in the SSCC's Green Star Rating submission. Highlights include:
The project has been awarded 6 Green Stars by the Green Building Council of Australia. A 'Best Practice' or above score was awarded to each of the nine catergories in the SSCC's Green Star Rating submission. Highlights include:
- the use of double-glazed windows, skylights, and the installation of HEPA filters on all heat exchange units
- installation of a solar photovoltaic system, LED lighting and thermal insulation, which contributed to an 86% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions at the SSCC
- water efficient fixtures, a rainwater harvesting system, and a subsurface drip irrigation system, which resulted in a 92% reduction in potable water consumption
- individual life cycle assessments for all design features and materials used in the SSCC, which has seen a 130% reduction in overall global warming potential.
- client
- Rail Network Alliance
- Location
- Sunshine, Victoria
- Architect
- Architectus
- Status
- Complete
