Edmonton District Energy Downtown A Municipal Stakeholder Primer 2014 District Energy Centre Patrick Bohan Director, Business Development Tour content guide June 2013
Combined Heat and Power (CHP) with District Energy (DE) Large scale system CHP units burns fuel to make electricity Waste heat can be used to produce hot water Connected buildings stop burning natural gas for space heating and domestic hot water Hot Water is distributed through an underground pipe network Boilers are used for peak loads and system redundancy 2
District Energy Roles & Responsibilities [Leadership] [Distribution] [Energy] Municipal Anchor Tenant Cost Neutral Reduced O & M Increased Grid resiliency Lower Risks GHG emission reductions Pipeline expertise Thermal Grid Franchise Rights Grid O & M Regulated Rates DE expertise CHP system operator Energy Provider Consumer driven System O & M
Downtown District Energy Grid Boundary
5 Project Value Concepts: General Using waste heat from power generation improves efficiency and reduces building heating emissions Building heat can account for up to 51% of site energy consumption Municipal and Provincial emissions targets can be positively affected Avoid up to 3135 car emissions per annum for over 25 years Avoid capital spending on heating infrastructure for existing and new buildings Design, engineering, redundancy, boilers etc. Future system replacement and unscheduled maintenance all but eliminated Avoid operating spending on building heating infrastructure No boiler inspections, ENMAX monitors, maintains and operates onsite heat exchangers and Energy Transfer Station infrastructure. Promote job creation and investment in Edmonton Proposed project estimates include $55M+ in direct capital investment Attain Sustainable Leadership through example Opportunity for direct reductions in government operations footprint
District Energy Avoided Emissions 3135 cars Annual Equivalent Number of Cars Taken Off the Road Over Study Period
7 Project Value Concepts: Developers Cost-Neutral Guarantee Utilities cap rates at market accessible variable rates for natural gas Increased expense cash flow predictability over 20 year period Avoid capital spending on heating infrastructure Reduced mechanical space & less design, engineering, redundancy, boilers etc. Future system replacement and unscheduled maintenance all but eliminated Reduced operations risk and insurance costs Avoid operating spending on building heating infrastructure No boiler inspections, ENMAX monitors, maintains and operates onsite heat exchangers and Energy Transfer Station infrastructure. Attain municipal incentives and certification benefits LEED energy points can exceed maximum points allowed Increased GFA or development points within municipal by-law incentives Attain Sustainable Leadership through example Provide no additional cost corporate responsibility & sustainable mandates Participate in reduced GHG emission programs and consumer awareness
On the Go: Mimico On The Go Mimico will incorporate Toronto s first high rise integrated GeoExchange and Cogeneration technology that works with nature to borrow the energy from the earth in the winter and put it back in the summer, redirecting and recycling to where it is needed. Residents at On The Go Mimico will save around 30% on utility costs and on monthly condo fees because of this progressive and innovative technology. The condominium features 242 suites from 537 sq. ft. to 2,700 sq. ft. including two levels of 11-foot high ceiling penthouses Etobicoke, Ontario
On the Go: Mimico Developer Value Proposition Increased market awareness Increased sales Micro-utility ownership & payback Reputation distinction Consumer Value Proposition Lower energy bills Back up power & heat Lower condo fees & operation costs Increased investment value Municipal Value Proposition Increased grid resiliency Lower emergency services costs Lower GHG emissions at no direct cost Increased grid independence
Stanton Renaissance Developer Risks & Limitations Independent financing required Building Operation & Maintenance risk Increased Capital Cost Increased Engineering & Coordination Unique Developer Benefits Municipal incentives [increased GFA] Certification points [E.G LEED] New revenue stream opportunities Increased political support