The Bromont Velodrome
Client: Centre national de cyclisme de Bromont
Project description
The new Bromont velodrome, an arena for track cycling, featuring 70,000 sq. ft. on two levels, offers a 250 m track, BMX areas, a multisport surface, an athletic track and a multi-purpose area for 800 people. This modern complex hosts private events and international competitions. Its spectacular design highlights the velodrome track, while the lighting and ventilation, designed for top-level competitions, ensure athletes’ comfort.
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Characteristics and Impacts
The new building, which incorporates innovative solutions to offer spaces for other functions, guarantees optimum ventilation and versatile lighting, and achieves exemplary energy performance with an annual energy consumption of just 0.33 GJ/m².
The velodrome minimizes its environmental impact by using electricity as its heating source, emitting as little as 2.9 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Several measures were implemented, including the clever integration of mechanical equipment under the track which optimizes space, the ventilation systems designed with highly efficient heat recovery units ensuring outstanding energy performance, and track lighting innovatively managed with a versatile digital control system.
Integrating a rainwater recovery tank preserves natural resources by reducing domestic water consumption during recurring activities such as bike cleaning.
