Corporate Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan 2014

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1 Transportation and Waste Department Facilities Division June 18 th,

2 Table of Contents 1 Current State of Corporate Energy Management Energy Data Management Energy Supply Management Energy Use in Facilities Equipment Efficiency Organizational Integration Current Energy Concerns Environmental Societal Fiscal Electricity Pricing Trends Through Residential Electricity Price Projections for 2010 Through Residential Electricity Price Projections for 2010 through 2030 Based on Average Monthly Bill at 800 kwh Consumed Industrial Electricity Price Projections for 2010 Through Natural Gas Pricing Trends Through Crude Oil and Natural Gas Price Forecast Benefits of Corporate Energy Management Plan Baseline Energy Consumption Total Consumption in kwh by County Buildings in 2011, 2012 and Distribution of GHG Emissions in Northumberland County Green Energy Act, Background Mission Statement Vision Achieving Our Vision Goals and Objectives Current Energy Reduction Initiatives Future Energy Reduction Initiatives

3 Energy Consumption versus a 15% Reduction in Energy Consumption for County Buildings Renewable Energy The Energy Management Committee Goals and Objectives Five Focus Areas of the Energy Management Committee Northumberland County Energy Mandate Northumberland County Financial Assessment Example Energy Conservation Programs, Processes and Projects Summary and Recommendations

4 1 Current State of Corporate Energy Management 1.1 Energy Data Management Northumberland County has managed its energy consumption in the past; however, the Ontario government s Green Energy Act requires an increase in municipal energy management. This results in the need to enhance current practices and develop new approaches. To meet this need, the County of Northumberland will design a comprehensive program for collecting and analyzing monthly energy billing information, and ensuring that staff is informed about energy consumption. This effort will produce an energy costs and consumption database that will be used for monitoring excessive variations, targeting facility follow-up evaluations, and highlighting buildings that are candidates for improved efficiency. These monitoring enhancements will improve the County s understanding of the bottom line impact of energy management. 1.2 Energy Supply Management Northumberland County joined LAS (Local Authority Service) in 2012, and completed a load profile of electrical accounts. As the County grows and the complexity of the energy portfolio increases, the County will require a focused effort on the monitoring of corporate energy load and the practices of industry retailers. Northumberland County s energy procurement goal will continue to be the pursuit of optimal rates while achieving an appropriate level of cost certainty. 1.3 Energy Use in Facilities The County s facilities staff has retained a great deal of knowledge with regard to their facility s energy use. Through the deployment of energy management software, staff will be equipped with the information necessary to make effective energy management decisions. This will make it possible to implement an effective energy procurement process, pursue appropriate capital projects, and implement successful conservation and demand management programs. 4

5 1.4 Equipment Efficiency Northumberland County has taken many measures to improve the energy efficiency of equipment. Some of these measures include interior lighting upgrades and exterior lighting upgrades at County facilities. As the understanding of corporate energy consumption improves, staff will be equipped with the knowledge necessary to make informed decisions. This improved understanding will also reveal how simple actions like commissioning and maintenance procedures can improve existing equipment efficiencies. 1.5 Organizational Integration The day to day management of energy will be primarily the responsibility of the facilities manager. Through the creation of an interdepartmental energy management committee, improved energy monitoring and feedback and energy training and awareness, current practices will be enhanced. Staff across all departments will be given the necessary tools to address corporate energy concerns such as budgeting, procurement, conservation, and generation. 2 Current Energy Concerns Environmental, societal, and fiscal pressures emphasize the need for a Corporate Energy Management Plan. 2.1 Environmental Concerns surrounding energy consumption with regards to climate change and air pollution have been well documented. As part of the Ontario government s 2007 Climate Change Action Plan, three targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions were established. The government s targets are: 6 percent below 1990 greenhouse gas emission levels by percent below 1990 levels by percent below 1990 levels by

6 The government of Ontario estimates that 75% of Ontario s greenhouse gas emissions are associated with the consumption of fossil fuels for energy purposes. Increased smog and air pollution is also connected to the consumption of energy. Ontario s electricity generation is the Province s second largest source of sulfur dioxide and the third largest source of nitrogen oxides. These pollutants can cause serious harm to human health. 2.2 Societal The 2003 blackout heightened societal concerns surrounding the stability and security of our energy supply. Energy has been imbedded into most societal practices. If energy consumption is not managed appropriately the frequency of energy interruptions and the associated societal disruptions will increase. 2.3 Fiscal The fossil fuels traditionally used for the generation of energy are becoming no longer financially or environmentally acceptable. Energy costs are also anticipated to increase as Ontario s existing energy infrastructure is taken off-line or refurbished. Coming off of the lows of the 2009 recession, national electricity and natural gas prices are 27% and 21% greater, respectively, than they were at the start of the decade. It is not anticipated that this upward trend will be altered in the short to medium future. The Province of Ontario has recently projected an annual 3.5% to 7.9% increase in electricity costs over the next 20 years. Natural gas is also projected to trend upward. 3 Electricity Pricing Trends Through Residential Electricity Price Projections for 2010 Through 2030 According to the Ontario Ministry of Energy s Long Term Energy Plan, electricity prices will continue to rise for the foreseeable future for residential, commercial and industrial customers. 6

7 Projected Monthly Bill / Dollars Corporate Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan Residential Electricity Price Projections for 2010 through 2030 Based on Average Monthly Bill at 800 kwh Consumed Year Source: Ontario s Long Term Energy Plan, Ontario Ministry of Energy. December

8 Price / Dollars per MWh Corporate Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan Industrial Electricity Price Projections for 2010 Through Year Source: Ontario s Long Term Energy Plan, Ontario Ministry of Energy. December

9 4 Natural Gas Pricing Trends Through Crude Oil and Natural Gas Price Forecast Source: Canadian Crude Oil, Natural Gas and Petroleum Products Outlook to 2030, Natural Resources Canada. May Benefits of Corporate Energy Management Plan Increased cost avoidance with administration of the energy supply contracts Future County purchases will be steered in an energy conscious direction to help reach targets Plan will be developed for all County owned buildings to increase energy efficiency County energy tracking and monitoring program will be established 9

10 Consumption / kwh Corporate Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan 2014 Fuel consumption cost avoidance with more efficient fleet vehicles 6 Baseline Energy Consumption Northumberland County has completed an electrical load profile with LAS. This profile has given us a baseline on consumption for our facilities. The load profile will be an important starting point. We will be able to plan our future energy consumption. Our electricity usage for the profiled accounts is: Annual Consumption: ekwh Average Monthly Consumption: ekwh Average Hourly Consumption: 1172 ekwh 6.1 Total Consumption in kwh by County Buildings in 2011, 2012 and Year 10

11 6.2 Distribution of GHG Emissions in Northumberland County The distribution of GHG emissions production (kg of CO 2 e) across the four operational sectors of the County is as follows: Office Space Long Term Care Roads MRF Office Space = kg of CO2e per year (31.2%) Long Term Care = kg of CO2e per year (45 %) Roads = kg of CO2e per year (7.8 %) MRF = kg of CO2e per year (16 %) Total = kg of CO2e per year (100%) 11

12 7 Green Energy Act, Background The County needs to develop annual Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Templates, as per the Green Energy Act, On or before July 1, 2013, every public agency shall submit to the Minister, publish on its website and intranet site, if it has either or both, and make available to the public in printed form at its head office the public agency s Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emission Template for operations conducted in On or before July 1 of each year after 2013, every public agency shall submit to the Minister, publish on its website and intranet site, if it has either or both, and make available to the public in printed form at its head office the public agency s Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emission Template for operations conducted in the year following the year to which the last annual Template related. The County also needs to develop and implement long term energy conservation and demand management measures. On or before July 1, 2014, every public agency shall publish on its website and intranet site, if it has either or both, and make available to the public in printed form at its head office. On or before July 1, 2019 and on or before every fifth anniversary thereafter, every public agency shall publish on its website and intranet site, if it has either or both, and make available to the public in printed form at its head office all of the information that is required to be published and made available under subsection (1), the Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emission Template that is required to be submitted and published on or before July 1 of that year and the following information: 1. A description of current and proposed measures for conserving and otherwise reducing energy consumption and managing its demand for energy. 2. A revised forecast of the expected results of the current and proposed measures. 3. A report of the actual results achieved. 4. A description of any proposed changes to be made to assist the public agency in reaching any targets it has established or forecasts it has made. 12

13 7.2 Mission Statement Northumberland County seeks to demonstrate leadership in energy conservation and environmental stewardship among municipalities. The Northumberland County Corporate Energy Management Plan will identify our energy reduction targets, define a clear path to the implementation of energy retrofits in County facilities and integrate sustainability best practices into all County operations. 7.3 Vision To formalize energy management in a strategic manner allowing for the proactive pursuit of optimal energy solutions that will lead to sustainable infrastructure and services, environmental benefits, and economic renewal and prosperity Achieving Our Vision The Corporate Energy Management Plan has been developed to address the fiscal, societal, and environmental costs and risks associated with energy consumption. Proper energy management will allow the County to display leadership, improve the delivery of services, and enhance the overall quality of life within the community. The Corporate Energy Management Plan outlines key actions that must be pursued to make this vision a reality. The completion of these actions will assist the County to meet its energy conservation targets and its Green House Gas Emissions reduction targets. Achieving these goals will allow the County of Northumberland and its tax payers to benefit from cost avoidance. It is acknowledged that for this vision to come to fruition, energy management at the County of Northumberland must become an inclusive process. Recognizing that energy affects everyone differently, this plan was created to address a variety of energy related concerns, while capturing innovative and relevant actions that will lead to meaningful change. This plan will allow energy management to be incorporated into all County activities including organizational and human resources procedures, procurement practices, 13

14 financial management and investment decisions, and facility capital, operations, and maintenance Goals and Objectives The Northumberland County Corporate Energy Management Plan was completed to help achieve the following goals: Incorporate life cycle cost analysis into the design procedures for all capital projects Develop an Energy Management Committee Create awareness within the County of energy conservation, and the Energy Management Committee Maximize fiscal resources through direct and indirect energy cost avoidance Reduce the environmental impact of the County s operations Increase the comfort and safety of staff and patrons of Northumberland County facilities Improve the reliability of the County equipment and reduce maintenance Provide the guidance and leadership necessary for the adoption of a culture of sustainability The main objective of this plan is to improve the management of the County s energy consumption. Part of this objective is setting a conservation target that will see the County of Northumberland reduce its 2011 energy consumption by 15% over the life of this document Current Energy Reduction Initiatives Educating the users of the energy to create an energy conscious work and living environment Reducing energy usage by continually upgrading facilities with energy conservation in mind Replacing windows and doors, with products that meet an Energy Star rating Replacing older hot water tanks with more efficient newer models Replacing old toilets with low flow toilets in all housing units (344) Replacing outdated, energy intensive lighting systems with high efficiency T8 and T5 systems 14

15 Replacing outdated, energy intensive exterior and parking lot lighting systems with high efficiency LED systems Installing automated lighting systems where applicable Replacing refrigerator units in housing facilities with new high efficiency, Energy Star units (300+) Replacing stoves in housing facilities with new high efficiency, Energy Star units (300+) Replacing old clothes washers and dryers in housing facilities with new high efficiency, Energy Star units Implementing automated building control systems where applicable (600 William Street and 555 Courthouse Road) Exchanging rooftop HVAC units with new, high efficiency units Upgrading streetlights across the County to LEDs Upgrading exterior lighting on County owned facilities to LEDs Replacing old exit signs (300) throughout County with new energy efficient photovoltaic models Future Energy Reduction Initiatives The energy reduction plan is always evolving. Northumberland County strives to be a leader in reducing energy consumption in the community. New ideas will always be considered and discussed as a way of moving forward. Future energy reductions will be implemented over time and will include: Brand new Golden Plough Lodge facility which will be built to modern energy efficiency and sustainability standards Upgrading housing heating systems in individual units from electric baseboard heating to more efficient systems Continuing to switch out older rooftop HVAC units with newer, more efficient models Implementing HVAC system timers for housing facilities Continuing to replace older windows and doors with high efficiency, Energy Star rated products Replacing older hot water tanks with new, high efficiency units Implementing building automation systems wherever possible to optimize building performance Continually upgrading lighting systems from outdated systems to high efficiency T8 and T5 systems 15

16 Consumption / kwh Corporate Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan 2014 Continuing to educate and encourage the energy users and provide incentives to those who are participating in energy conservation efforts Upgrading insulation in buildings as determined to be required Upgrading older, less efficient fleet vehicles, with newer, more efficient models Energy Consumption versus a 15% Reduction in Energy Consumption for County Buildings Energy Consumption 15% Reduction in Energy Consumption Facility A 15% reduction in energy consumption translates to a substantial reduction in greenhouse gas emissions being produced by County buildings 16

17 7.3.6 Renewable Energy Currently, Northumberland County Headquarters uses a geothermal system for building heating and cooling. The system consists of 36 geothermal boreholes, each 350 feet deep, and is capable of producing 3 to 5 kilowatt hours of geothermal energy per 1 kilowatt hour of electrical energy used. 8 The Energy Management Committee 8.1 Goals and Objectives Energy Data Management: Load Profiling (LAS) to understand our energy usage Energy Supply Management: Look into alternative energy sources to reduce carbon foot print of the County Energy Use in Facilities: Energy conservation education for tenants and employees of Northumberland County Equipment Efficiency: Lighting upgrades and better management of heat or recovery of waste heat Organization Integration: Energy management training Managing the Energy Management Plan: The corporate energy management plan will be monitored by a committee. This committee will be comprised of 6-10 people from various sectors of the County. Their mandate will be to oversee the plan, review the plan and advise staff on energy issues. The committee will meet quarterly. The committee will work directly with council and staff on all energy related inquires. The committee shall be comprised of the following, but is not limited to: Financial representative (Glenn Dees) 17

18 Facilities representative(s) (Mark McIntosh, Brandon Upton, Alex Doucette) Roads representative(s) (Carmen Tinney, Zaina Alhillou) Social Services representative Upper management (Director) representative Golden Plough Lodge representative (Mike Banks) Waste/MRF/Forest representative(s) (Adam McCue, Karl Allen, Ben Walters) 8.2 Five Focus Areas of the Energy Management Committee 1. Energy Data Management: Evaluate all elements within an organization with regards to energy usage data. This includes evaluating monthly bills, establishing key performance indicators, load profiles, interval data, benchmarking and submetering. 2. Energy Supply Management: Investigate an organization s exposure to the energy market and suppliers; monitor changes, and account management with the utility. Look at choices regarding the supplier, green energy alternatives, reliability and risk management. 3. Energy Use in Facilities: Evaluate facilities through diagnostic comprehensive audits, operating procedures, and monitoring efficiency of equipment and systems. 4. Equipment Efficiency: Reduce the consumption of energy without sacrificing the services provided. This includes preventative maintenance, fuel switching, and the investigation of new systems and technologies. 5. Organizational Integration: Include staff throughout the organization in the planning and implementation of the Corporate Energy Management Plan. This involves spreading awareness regarding roles in various elements of the plan. 9 Northumberland County Energy Mandate WEREAS Northumberland County takes pride in being responsible stewards of all resources and the environment; AND WHEREAS energy is a resource that must be responsibly managed; AND WHEREAS in an effort to ensure effective energy management, Council and staff are committed to creating a culture of sustainability that will become ingrained into daily operations and decision making processes; 18

19 AND WHEREAS the consumption of energy is a behaviour shared by all and the responsible management of energy must therefore be a collective goal; AND WHEREAS Northumberland County recognizes that energy is a manageable operating expense where the anticipated cost avoidance will benefit the local community; AND WHEREAS Council will ensure that the necessary resources are allocated to ensure that the actions within the Corporate Energy Management Plan are implemented and reported on; AND WHEREAS the Corporate Energy Management Plan is a living document that will constantly evolve in the pursuit of optimal energy management and environmental stewardship; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Northumberland County Energy Management Committee, be directed to put into action, the Corporate Energy Management Plan by: deployment of energy management software to allow for effective energy tracking, bill verification, and energy consumption reporting; development of procedures and standards that will assist with the procurement of energy efficient capital; promotion of energy conservation awareness through staff education initiatives and programs. 10 Northumberland County Financial Assessment The financial assessment philosophy of the Corporate Energy Management Plan is to treat fiscal resources as if they were energy assets. Therefore financial investments must follow the same guidelines used for energy management: Reduce waste: optimize energy procurement and billing verification strategies Improve efficiency: optimize energy data management processes and implement energy awareness programs that will promote more efficient energy investments The initial cost and cost avoidance projections for the proposed process improvements, program implementations, and projects are outlined in the chart below. 19

20 11 Example Energy Conservation Programs, Processes and Projects Facility County Street Lights All County Buildings 555 Courthouse Road Program, Process or Project Street Lights (replacement of all county street lights with high efficiency LEDs) Exterior Wall-Packs (replacement of all exterior wallpack lights on all County buildings with high efficiency LEDs) Employee Energy Conservation Awareness Program Projected Initial Cost Projected Cost Avoidance $ $ per year 4 year return on investment $ $ per year 7.8 year return on investment Status In planning In planning $200 $2000 over 1 year Ongoing 555 Courthouse Road 600 William Street Bewdley Transfer Station Brighton Land Fill Pop Machine Power Bar Timers (pop machines will be timed off on evenings and weekends) Light Sensors (installation of light sensors in common areas, hallways, washrooms and boardrooms) Air Conditioning System Upgrade (upgrading of air conditioning system to ductless heat pumps) Air Conditioning System Upgrade (upgrading of air conditioning system to ductless heat pumps) 20 $25 $50 per year In planning $9000 $1500 per year 6 year return on investment In planning Savings will continue over the long term Under review Under review In planning Under review Under review In planning

21 Facility Golden Plough Lodge Material Recovery Facility Program, Process or Project Pop Machine Power Bar Timers (pop machines will be timed off on evenings and weekends) HVAC System Upgrade Projected Initial Cost Projected Cost Avoidance Status $25 $50 per year In planning Under review Under review In planning Material Recovery Facility Morganston Roads Yard Seymour Transfer Station Veronica Roads Yard Pop Machine Power Bar Timers (pop machines will be timed off on evenings and weekends) Interior Lighting (replacement of interior lighting system with high efficiency T5 system) Air Conditioning System Upgrade (upgrading of air conditioning system to ductless heat pumps) Interior Lighting (replacement of interior lighting system with high efficiency T5 system) $25 $50 per year In planning SaveOnEnergy small business lighting program application in progress Under review In planning Under review Under review In planning SaveOnEnergy small business lighting program application in progress Under review In planning 21

22 12 Summary and Recommendations The energy management plan will assist the County to meet energy related goals. These goals will need to be established by the Energy Management Committee. The county is a large energy user and has significant energy expenditures. The energy management plan can help reduce energy use and costs by implementing effective energy supply strategies, managing energy retrofits, monitoring and tracking the County s energy use and introducing energy training and awareness programs to staff. 22