Carrier Rental Systems played a crucial role in supporting Morrison Construction by supplying a low-emission, low-noise temporary power solution at the historic Old Course at St Andrews Links.
This initiative enabled the timely completion of critical drainage operations for Scottish Water ahead of the 2025 golfing season.
The collaborative effort reflects a commitment to maintaining the environmental standards demanded by such a prestigious location, home to the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, established in 1754.
Project Details and Environmental Initiatives
Morrison Construction was tasked with replacing a water pipe from the Royal and Ancient Golf Club
For the project, Morrison Construction was tasked with replacing a water pipe from the Royal and Ancient Golf Club building to areas beneath the first tee and tenth green.
Given the necessity to complete site installation, excavation, and repairs before the 2025 golfing season, a reliable and eco-friendly power source was critical.
Carrier Rental Systems, known for its innovative climate and energy solutions, provided an LPG generator coupled with an X-45 battery storage unit to reduce emissions and extend runtime. This technology, highlighted during a Carrier Innovation Day event in Aberdeen, impressed Morrison Construction, leading to its selection for the project.
Transitioning to Sustainable Energy
In a bid to promote sustainable energy use, the setup included an EV charger and a Panorama Monitoring System, which offered real-time analytics on CO₂ savings and energy consumption. This allowed for strategic adjustments in energy usage to optimize efficiency.
The LPG generator presented a cleaner alternative to diesel, significantly reducing CO₂ emissions—by 33% compared to coal and 12% compared to oil—and minimizing black carbon emissions.
The X-45 battery storage unit was instrumental in optimizing fuel consumption by 63%, curbing generator runtime and fuel dependence through effective power storage and demand-based discharge.
Mitigating Environmental Impact
Noise pollution was mitigated, with the operation sound levels kept between 50–60 dB,
Noise pollution was mitigated, with the operation sound levels kept between 50–60 dB, a stark contrast to the approximately 97 dB typical of conventional diesel units.
The use of gas-based fuel eliminated risks of contamination or spills, thus preserving the immaculate conditions of the Old Course.
The project was executed within the set timeline, ensuring readiness for the 2025 golf season and achieving a weekly carbon avoidance of 2.6 tons, while maintaining necessary operational resilience for the underground works.
Industry Perspectives and Achievements
The equipment choice was commended by Jennifer Craig, Senior Buyer at Morrison Construction, who highlighted, “Their array of equipment, combined with their ability to find solutions for complex projects, made them the ideal choice.”
John Gallagher-Worthington, Sales Director of Carrier Rentals Systems, emphasized the environmental demands of working on the Old Course, stating, “Our LPG generator and battery storage technology provided a clean, efficient, and reliable power source that perfectly suited the site’s requirements.”
Carrier Rental Systems supported Morrison Construction with a low‑emission, low‑noise temporary power package at the world‑renowned Old Course at St Andrews Links, enabling time‑critical drainage works for Scottish Water ahead of the 2025 golfing season.
Carrier Rental Systems is part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions.
Founded in 1754, The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews is among the most prestigious and historic golf institutions in the world. The Old Course, with records dating back to 1552 and widely regarded as the world’s oldest golf course, demands the highest environmental standards for any on-site activity.
Renewing a water pipe
Morrison Construction was tasked with renewing a water pipe from the Royal and Ancient Golf Club building to beneath the first tee and tenth green.
Site installation, excavation and repairs had to conclude before the start of the golfing season 2025, requiring a dependable, low‑impact power source that would minimize noise and safeguard the sensitive landscape.
Drawing on technology that had impressed Morrison Construction at a Carrier Innovation Day in Aberdeen, Carrier Rentals Systems provided an LPG generator paired with an X‑45 battery storage unit to cut emissions and reduce runtime.
Transition to sustainable energy use
An EV charger was included to support the site's transition to sustainable energy use, and a Panorama Monitoring System delivered real‑time data on CO₂ savings, fuel and power consumption, enabling fine-tuning of energy usage.
Key performance and sustainability attributes included:
- LPG generator as a cleaner‑burning alternative to diesel, with associated EV charging capability.
- CO₂ reductions of 33% versus coal and 12% versus oil, plus almost no black carbon emissions (<0.1 mg/MJ).
- X‑45 battery storage that optimized fuel consumption on the project by 63%, cutting generator runtime and fuel dependency by storing surplus power and discharging on demand.
- Operating sound levels of 50–60 dB were lower than the ~97 dB typical of standard diesel units commonly used on projects of similar scale.
- Gas‑based fuel eliminates the risk of onsite spills or contamination, helping preserve the course’s pristine condition.
Reducing CO₂ emissions
The solution was installed and completed on time and ahead of the start of the 2025 golf season. By reducing CO₂ emissions compared with diesel alternatives, the project achieved a weekly carbon avoidance of 2.6 tons while maintaining the operational resilience required for critical underground works.
Reduced runtime, lower noise output and smart battery integration delivered a quieter, less intrusive presence on one of golf’s most iconic landscapes.
Carrier Innovation Day
Jennifer Craig, Senior Buyer at Morrison Construction said, “We were impressed with the equipment on offer at a Carrier Innovation Day, so they immediately came to mind for this project. Their array of equipment, combined with their ability to find solutions for complex projects, made them the ideal choice.”
“The ability to reduce fuel consumption and emissions while ensuring reliable power at such a prestigious location was invaluable.”
John Gallagher‑Worthington, Sales Director, Carrier Rentals Systems, said, “Any project carried out on The Old Course demands the highest environmental standards. Our LPG generator and battery storage technology provided a clean, efficient and reliable power source that perfectly suited the site’s requirements.”
“It was our pleasure to partner with Morrison Construction to find the right solution and ensure seamless delivery for such a historic site.”
