A Plan for City Climate Action Goals
For the St. Paul Como Zoo facility, the stakeholders emphasized the importance of a forward-thinking energy strategy. The goals centered on achieving peak efficiency and a minimized total cost of ownership through the integration of innovative, reliable thermal technologies.
Learn more about the long term plan and initial work of the project at the Como Zoo and Conservatory website.
Advanced Thermal Exchange via Darcy Solutions
Darcy Solutions implemented a 584-ton, four-well groundwater geothermal system to decarbonize the Primates, Polar Bear, and Administration buildings at the Como Park Zoo. This landmark project replaces an aging 70-year-old steam boiler plant with a high-efficiency heat pump system to support the City of Saint Paul’s 2030 carbon neutrality goals.
By utilizing Darcy’s innovative approach, the project team was able to maximize heating and cooling performance while navigating the site’s geographic constraints. The system’s superior efficiency and scalability make it a strategic long-term asset for the stakeholders at St. Paul Como Zoo.