Peel Region 2024 Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan
Regional Municipality of Peel, Ontario
· adopted 2024-05-27
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Peel Region's Energy
conservation
and demand
management plan
July 01, 2024
Peel Region Energy Conservation and Demand Management
Plan in compliance with Ontario Regulation 25/23
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Approval
Peel Region's 2024 Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan has been
completed in accordance with Electricity Act 1998, Ontario Regulation 25/23, Broader
Public Sector Reporting: Energy Reporting and Conservation and Demand Management
Plan and hereby meets all the requirements of the regulation. Peel is deeply committed
to achieving the targets outlined in this plan. Our collective efforts towards these
objectives are crucial not only for our organization's success but also for our broader
societal and environmental responsibilities.
Approved by:
Name: Christine Tu
Title: Director, Office of Climate Change and Energy Management
Date:
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Table of Contents
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Purpose Statement ................................................................................................... 4
2
About Peel Region .................................................................................................... 4
3
Overview of annual energy consumption ................................................................. 5
3.1
Energy Management and Budgeting Tools .................................................................................. 5
3.1.1
Energy Insight .................................................................................................................. 6
3.1.2
Energy Hippo ................................................................................................................... 7
3.1.3
Itron Metrix ND ................................................................................................................ 8
3.1.4
Schneider PME ................................................................................................................. 8
4
Corporate Climate Change Master Plan .................................................................... 9
5
Net Zero Emissions New Construction Policy and Standard ................................... 10
5.1
Overview of the Policy .................................................................................................................. 10
5.2
Overview of the Standard ............................................................................................................ 10
6
Energy and Emissions Management Plan - Affordable Housing ............................. 11
7
Electric Vehicle charging stations Policy and Standard........................................... 12
7.1
Overview of the Policy and the Standard ................................................................................... 13
8
Raising awareness on climate change .................................................................... 13
9
Industrial Conservation Initiative program ............................................................. 14
10 Results from the implementation of Energy conservation projects (2019-2023) ... 15
10.1 Energy Savings from the implemented projects ....................................................................... 16
10.2 Renewable energy generation .................................................................................................... 18
11 Future initiatives (2024-2028) ................................................................................ 18
11.1 Standards, Policies and Plans ...................................................................................................... 18
11.1.1
Renewable Energy Strategy ........................................................................................ 18
11.1.2
Net Zero Emissions Building Retrofit Standard ......................................................... 19
11.1.3
Energy and Emissions Management Plan - Public works and Long-Term Care .... 19
11.1.4
Training .......................................................................................................................... 21
11.2 Upcoming Projects ....................................................................................................................... 21
11.2.1
Net Zero Emissions New construction Projects ......................................................... 21
11.2.2
Net Zero Emissions Low Carbon Retrofit Projects .................................................... 22
11.2.3
Energy Management Projects ..................................................................................... 23
11.2.4
Metering Infrastructure upgrade ................................................................................ 24
12 Glossary of Terms ................................................................................................... 25
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List of Figures
Figure 1: Overview of Annual Electricity Consumption; budget and baseline ............................ 6
Figure 2: Overview of Annual Energy Use Intensity; budget and baseline .................................. 6
Figure 3: Ontario's real-time grid data .............................................................................................. 7
Figure 4: Bill History Report: Annual Electricity Consumption of all Regional buildings ............ 7
Figure 5: Itron Metrix ND for Energy budgeting .............................................................................. 8
Figure 6: Dashboard showing energy consumption of Corporate HQ ........................................ 9
Figure 7: Decarbonization Trajectory for the Best Value Scenario ............................................. 11
Figure 8: Implementation Plan from the Power BI Tool ............................................................... 12
Figure 9: Total cost avoidance from the ICI program (2019-2023) ............................................ 15
Figure 10: Long-Term Care Energy and Emission Management Plan ...................................... 20
List of Tables
Table 1: 2023 Energy consumption per Regional service .............................................................. 5
Table 2: Cumulative Energy savings and Cost avoidance from the implemented projects .... 16
Table 3: Top projects contributing to Electricity savings ............................................................. 17
Table 4: Top projects contributing to Natural gas savings .......................................................... 17
Table 5: Overview of New Construction projects ......................................................................... 21
Table 6: Upcoming and in progress Single and Bundled Retrofit Projects ............................... 22
Table 7: Upcoming Holistic Retrofit Projects ................................................................................. 23
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1
Purpose Statement
Peel Region has developed the 2024 Energy Conservation and Demand Management
Plan (ECDMP) in compliance with Ontario Regulation (O. Reg) 25/23, under the
Electricity Act, 1998, which requires Broader Public Sector organizations to develop an
Energy Conservation and Demand Management plan and update it every five years.
This updated plan reports on the following:
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Results of the energy conservation measures and activities from the previous plan
period (2019 - 2023);
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Current and proposed conservation measures for energy conservation and
demand management, and;
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The expected results from the future measures for the future five years (2024 -
2028).
This updated plan continues to build on experience gained in the energy conservation
and demand management over the past five years. Moreover, it aligns with Peel's
Corporate Climate Change Master Plan that has a target of 45 per cent reduction in
corporate greenhouse gases below 2010 baseline by 2030. A comprehensive overview
of the Climate Change Master plan is provided in Section 4 of this plan.
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About Peel Region
Peel Region works with residents and partners to create a healthy, safe, and connected
community for life for more than 1.5 million people and 200,000 businesses in the cities
of Brampton and Mississauga and the Town of Caledon. Peel delivers a wide range of
resident focused services across the region. This includes paramedic services, health
programs, long-term care and services for seniors, childcare support, garbage
collection and recycling, water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial help,
housing, and shelter.
Climate change has been a Council and organizational priority for the Region, leading
to continuous efforts over the past decade to implement climate change and energy
management measures. These initiatives are designed to enhance energy performance
and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across Peel's operations.
The Office of Climate Change and Energy Management
The Office of Climate Change and Energy Management (OCCEM) is a Division within
the Region's Corporate Services Department and works collaboratively with all other
departments to develop solutions for reducing GHG emissions and adapting to climate
change impacts. A core service of OCCEM is to enable integration and effective
implementation of climate change and energy management measures into policy
design, capital planning and decision-making processes to position Peel Region as a
responsive and accountable leader in climate action.
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Overview of annual energy consumption
The table below provides an overview of the corporate energy consumption
corresponding to Peel's services for the year 2023.
Table 1: 2023 Energy consumption per Regional service
Regional Services
Electricity (kWh)
Natural Gas (m3)
Administrative offices -
Headquarters
8,193,129
588,914
Cultural Facilities
1,201,433
82,967
Long Term Care
11,168,857
1,574,968
Paramedics
3,840,442
413,134
Public Health
165,562
17,103
Child Care
30,868
12,279
Housing
73,380,756
8,085,280
Police
14,767,740
1,066,603
Traffic Lights, Signals &
Beacons
1,047,146
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Works Yards
3,405,531
767,390
Waste
9,595,996
456,869
Wastewater
99,275,493
1,890,102
Water
188,946,022
960,087
Total
415,018,975
15,915,695
Being responsible for managing the fourth largest Water and Wastewater system in
Canada, Water and Wastewater services exhibit the highest electricity consumption,
constituting a substantial 69% of the total electricity consumed.
Conversely, housing has the highest natural gas consumption, representing 51% of the
total natural gas usage across the Region.
3.1
Energy Management and Budgeting Tools
Peel uses a comprehensive suite of software solutions to track energy data, manage
billing processes, maintain billing database and prepare an annual energy budget and
forecast. These software tools play a vital role in accurately monitoring energy
consumption, streamlining billing procedures, and ensuring the integrity of billing
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records. The following sub-sections describe the energy software employed by the
Region.
3.1.1
Energy Insight
Energy Insight is a web-based application that consolidates data, ranging from real-
time metered data to annual emissions reports, into an easily accessible and
presentation-ready format. Through Energy Performance Dashboards, it offers internal
users comparisons between actual utility costs and budgets, energy consumption
versus forecasts, GHG emissions, energy intensities, trends, benchmarking, energy
analytics, and the comparative performance of similar facilities.
Figure 1: Overview of Annual Electricity Consumption; budget and baseline
Figure 2: Overview of Annual Energy Use Intensity; budget and baseline
Furthermore, Energy Insight also offers real-time insight into Ontario's power sources
and grid cleanliness through Gridwatch. This tool enables Peel to track Ontario's
electricity grid hour-by-hour and plant-by-plant using the most current and reliable data
available. Additionally, it provides valuable information on total carbon emissions,
carbon intensity, breakdowns of total generation by fuel type, and features an
interactive map displaying all power plant locations across the province.
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Figure 3: Ontario's real-time grid data
3.1.2
Energy Hippo
Energy Hippo is a powerful energy management database that seamlessly integrates
vital components such as billing information, Hourly Ontario Energy Price (HOEP),
weather data, utility rates, and real-time metering data, facilitating compliance with
regulatory requirements. Moreover, Energy Hippo can generate comprehensive
reports, thus allowing to track utility usage and costs over multiple years and across
various locations with ease.
Figure 4: Bill History Report: Annual Electricity Consumption of all Regional buildings
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3.1.3
Itron Metrix ND
Energy budgeting is an essential component of resource allocation for energy-saving
initiatives, enabling organizations to prioritize investments and achieve cost savings.
Peel utilizes Itron Metrix ND for energy consumption forecasting, which helps in
preparing energy budgets as well as procurement. This tool provides a range of
forecasting methods, enabling Peel to efficiently evaluate alternative models and select
the most effective one to get accurate results.
Figure 5: Itron Metrix ND for Energy budgeting
3.1.4
Schneider PME
Schneider Electric's Power Monitoring Expert (PME) software stands out as a vital
resource for Peel Region's energy management objectives. With its robust suite of
features, PME offers a holistic approach to optimizing energy consumption and
ensuring the reliability of Peel's power systems. By tracking and analyzing energy usage
patterns, PME empowers Peel to pinpoint areas for efficiency enhancement, leading to
cost savings and operational improvements. Additionally, PME's power management
tools enable efficient distribution and load balancing, aligning with Peel's objectives of
reducing energy costs and enhancing overall efficiency.
Additionally, PME's advanced alarm and event management features facilitate
proactive identification and resolution of power-related issues, minimizing disruptions
and downtime. Compatible with various hardware and communication protocols, PME
seamlessly integrates with Peel's existing infrastructure, enabling centralized
monitoring and control for enhanced operational efficiency.
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Figure 6: Dashboard showing energy consumption of Corporate HQ
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Corporate Climate Change Master Plan
In 2019, Peel Region declared a climate emergency and approved a corporate Climate
Change Master Plan (CCMP) that has a 10-year planning horizon. The Master Plan aims
to achieve the following five outcomes by 2030:
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Reduce emissions: Corporate GHG emissions are reduced by 45% by 2030
relative to 2010 levels
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Be prepared: A safe, secure, and connected community is provided by ensuring
Regional services and assets are more resilient to extreme weather events and
future climate conditions
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Build capacity: Climate change is considered in all decision-making through
organization-wide climate literacy, planning, and accountability
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Invest: Innovative and sustainable approaches are used to finance action on
climate change
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Monitor and Report: Progress on addressing Regionally-funded climate change
work is consistently reported, available, and widely understood
The primary outcomes of CCMP are to "Reduce Emissions" and "Be Prepared," which
reflect the imperative to mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change. The
remaining three outcomes are supportive to the primary outcomes and will enable
success through actions to "Build Capacity", "Invest", and "Monitor and Report".
The CCMP provides details on what solutions should be acted upon to achieve these
outcomes. To align with the CCMP reduce emissions outcome and 2030 target, this
updated energy conservation and demand management plan uses 2010 as a baseline
to track progress of Peel's energy consumption.
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The CCMP is comprised of 20 actions and 66 activities, setting the direction for how
Peel will lead by example through the management of Regional assets, infrastructure,
and services in a changing climate over this decade. The master plan also substantiates
influence necessary to support the community as it transforms in response to climate
change.
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Net Zero Emissions New Construction Policy and
Standard
In 2022, Peel Region's Corporate Net Zero Emissions New Construction Standard and
Policy was approved, which ensures all new corporate buildings and major renovations
will have no net operational GHG emissions. Thus, ensuring no new GHG emissions are
added to the corporate inventory due to these buildings.
Recognizing that buildings contribute significantly to Peel's corporate emissions, the
NZE standard is a pivotal component in achieving Peel's 2030 emissions reduction
target and potential long-term target of Net-Zero emissions, establishing a low carbon
pathway for a sustainable and thriving future for Peel residents and businesses.
5.1
Overview of the Policy
The Net Zero Emissions New Construction Policy establishes a framework that
prioritizes green building practices and mandates GHG emissions and energy
performance for all new constructions and major renovations of buildings owned by
Peel Region. This policy aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions, promote energy
efficiency, and enhance overall environmental performance across Peel's building
portfolio.
The Policy sets out the background, position statement, guiding principles, scope,
broad requirements, and internal stakeholder responsibilities associated with the NZE
Building Standard for New Construction.
5.2
Overview of the Standard
The Net Zero Emissions New Construction Standard is a comprehensive set of
guidelines and requirements designed to ensure that all new regional buildings and
facilities achieve Net-Zero carbon emissions. It builds upon the basic principles of the
Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) Zero Carbon Building (ZCB) design
certification and incorporates additional measures to elevate environmental and
operational standards. These measures include:
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Promoting decarbonization through non-combustion-based heating systems,
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Requiring a Thermal Energy Demand Intensity (TEDI) target for enhanced energy
efficiency and thermal comfort,
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Conducting rigorous airtightness testing before occupancy,
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Implementing energy sub-metering for all energy end-uses exceeding 10% of
total consumption,
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Adhering to best building commissioning practices, and
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Requiring climate risk assessment and ensuring resilience to key climate change
hazards
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Energy and Emissions Management Plan - Affordable
Housing
Through 2022/2023, Peel Region has undertaken an innovative approach to advance
energy and emissions management practices by developing a portfolio-specific Energy
and Emissions Management Plan (EEMP) for Peel Housing Corporation (PHC) and
Regional Housing Services (RHS), which includes 130+ existing and future assets
responsible for 17,000+ tonnes of CO2e emissions. The EEMP for affordable housing is
currently pending final approval from Council through the budget approval process.
The EEMP and modeling tool marks a significant first step of integrating
decarbonization projects and costs with the existing State of Good Repair (SOGR)
capital budget and planning processes. The recommended Best Value Scenario in the
Plan classifies buildings into five (5) decarbonization areas:
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Holistic Building Retrofits
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Retrofit in Bundles
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Enhanced SOGR
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Decommissioning for redevelopment
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New Construction
This plan also sets a sub-target for GHG reductions for PHC and RHS, which is 49%
emissions reduction by 2030 related to decarbonization of buildings; and a proposed
longer-term outlook to net zero for affordable housing by 2050. The sub-target ladders
up Peel's overall 2030 corporate target and is key to meeting that target. The graph
below shows a decarbonization trajectory for the Best Value Scenario.
Figure 7: Decarbonization Trajectory for the Best Value Scenario
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Figure 8: Implementation Plan from the Power BI Tool
This modeling tool provides Peel with the capability to do annual tracking of
performance against the selected Best Value Scenario and based on these results, the
plan and its implementation will be updated on an annual basis. Moreover, this plan
emphasizes a balance between reducing GHG emissions and managing costs, spread
over time to ensure financial stability and minimize disruption to PHC and RHS
occupants. This iterative approach reflects a commitment to addressing the
complexities of emissions reduction within Peel's housing portfolio, laying a foundation
for broader implementation of the CCMP across diverse program areas.
This is a proactive approach of integrating the asset management and decarbonization
programs on a large scale which can be replicated at other Peel program areas. Peel is
actively working to develop EEMP for other program areas such as Long-Term Care and
Public works, mentioned later in this plan in Section 11.1.3.
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Electric Vehicle charging stations Policy and Standard
Peel Region's first Electric Vehicle (EV) charging station installations were completed in
2017. The stations were open for employee and public use and made available at no
cost to encourage early EV adoption in the community as a measure to address the
broader climate crisis.
However, as more EV chargers were installed and usership needs diversified, a policy
was developed and approved in 2021 to manage existing EV infrastructure and assess
future demand.
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7.1
Overview of the Policy and the Standard
The Policy sets out the terms of use and outlines internal stakeholder responsibilities to
effectively manage existing and future installations of electric vehicle charging stations
on Peel Region's properties.
The Standard describes minimum requirements and specifications for EV charging
station hardware, networking and management platforms, and customer support
services provided at buildings and spaces owned and/or operated by the Peel Region.
Moreover, to support the Electric Vehicle Charging Station Management Policy, a
procedure was developed to include detailed methodologies, processes, and Peel
Region employee responsibilities associated with:
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Setting usage fees;
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Collecting and appropriating revenues;
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Handling user inquiries and complaints;
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Evaluating the installation/expansion of charging infrastructure
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Maintaining existing charging stations; and,
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Assigning access to fleet vehicles
Currently, Peel Region is effectively managing over 100 charging stations, each with
availability tailored to its intended users, including the fleet, staff, and the general
public.
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Raising awareness on climate change
OCCEM has organized many impactful events in the past to educate Peel employees
and engage community members in raising awareness about the issues surrounding
climate change. These include:
Embodied Carbon
This event focused on introducing the concept of embodied carbon to Peel employees
with responsibilities for managing Regional assets and infrastructure associated with
embodied carbon. It also shared insights on how the building sector could minimize
these emissions and highlighted some of the first steps Peel is already taking to reduce
embodied carbon.
Cooking with Christine
This live cooking class featuring simple plant-based recipes provided Peel employees
some climate friendly tips and ways to reduce food waste. The session focused on
simple ways to reduce our impact on the environment and improve your health with
nutritious and easy recipes.
Geothermal Technology for heating and cooling
This event provided valuable insights into the applications of geothermal technology
and showcased compelling case studies. It provided Peel employees with
responsibilities for facility management and affordable housing construction an
opportunity to learn about successful projects that have implemented this innovative
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technology, highlighting the significant results that can be achieved through this
technology.
Coping with Climate Anxiety
Peel hosted a panel of experts in person at Human Resources Departmental Annual
Town Hall. A climate phycologist discussed the emerging issues related to climate
anxiety particularly among young people and ways to cope. This was followed by an
urban ecologist who presented compelling evidence on the mental benefits of
spending time in nature.
Heat Resiliency
In this event, experts from Peel Public Health, the University of Toronto School of Cities,
and Action Canada shared insights to Peel employees into what can be done to
increase resiliency as climate change increases extreme heat risks. Information was
shared on Peel's Heat Warning Notification Program, ways to improve heat and policy
recommendations to heat-proof community and affordable housing in Canada.
Circular Economy
Peel's Waste Management Division, in collaboration with OCCEM, hosted a virtual
event to present Peel's Roadmap to a Circular Economy to its employees. This event
highlighted how the goals, objectives, and recommended actions of the Roadmap will
allow Peel to move towards a circular economy.
Climate Change Financing
An all-day symposium was organized for Peel's finance employees in collaboration with
Peel's Finance Department to increase awareness on the implications, costs, and
opportunities within the financial sector to adapt to and mitigate climate change.
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Industrial Conservation Initiative program
Peel Region is an active participant of the Industrial Conservation Initiative (ICI)
program, which incentivizes eligible industrial and commercial customers to reduce
their demand during peak periods. A total of 15 Regional facilities have participated
in the ICI program from 2019 to 2023. Over this time period, Peel has derived cost
benefit from billing optimization as well as load shifting.
Between 2019 and 2023, Peel Region was able to make a substantial shift of 478 MW
peak load among participating facilities. The Arthur P. Kennedy Water Treatment Plant,
15 participating
facilities
478 MW Load
reduced
$45 Million Cost
avoidance
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which is one of the world's largest water treatment facilities, contributed 153.64 MW to
this shift, accounting for approximately 32% of the total load shift during the same
period. Similarly, the Lorne Park Water Treatment Plant, contributed 76.62 MW, which
represents around 16% of the total load shift from 2019 to 2023. The remaining 52%
was distributed among other participating facilities.
The chart below shows the cost avoidance for each year spanning from 2019 to 2023.
Notably, four wastewater treatment plants are the significant contributors, collectively
accounting for approximately 73% of the total cost avoidance of $45 million during
this period. This underscores the substantial impact of these plants on Peel's overall
cost-saving efforts over the specified timeframe.
Figure 9: Total cost avoidance from the ICI program (2019-2023)
As demand management involves strategically shifting or reducing peak demand
during periods that coincide with the electricity grid's peak load, it leads to substantial
cost savings by avoiding utility peak demand charges. Recognizing the effectiveness of
this approach, Peel Region is committed to ongoing participation in the ICI program.
Additionally, Peel will explore opportunities to include more eligible sites in this
program to further optimize cost savings.
10 Results from the implementation of Energy conservation
projects (2019-2023)
Over the past five years, Peel has implemented various retrofit projects at its facilities,
leading to significant advancements in operational efficiency and cost savings. The
following section highlights results from all the implemented projects and total
renewable energy generation from 2019 to 2023.
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10.1 Energy Savings from the implemented projects
The table below summarizes total energy savings from the implemented projects,
notable projects and their associated energy and cost savings achieved from 2019 to
2023.
Table 2: Cumulative Energy savings and Cost avoidance from the implemented
projects
Portfolio
Total Electricity
Savings (MWh)
Total Natural Gas
Savings (m3)
Total Energy
savings
(eMWh)
Total Energy
Cost avoidance
($)
Long Term
Care
2,857.55
689,485.35
10,131.62
612,598.77
Offices
4,139.11
359,372.00
7,930.49
648,322.39
Paramedics
371.91
213,559.00
2,624.96
125,923.08
Peel Living
(Affordable
Housing)
9,763.87
895,707.80
19,213.59
1,567,379.52
Peel Police
2,487.03
-
2,487.03
313,101.03
Public Works
2,703.16
100,952.00
3,768.20
376,051.28
Wastewater
4,437.50
-
4,437.50
558,652.36
Water
2,245.37
-
2,245.37
282,677.56
Total
29,005.51
2,259,076.15
52,838.76
4,484,705.99
The tables below highlight top projects contributing to electricity and natural gas
savings respectively.
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Table 3: Top projects contributing to Electricity savings
Project Name
Project details
Annual Electricity
Savings (MWh)
Annual Energy
Cost Avoidance
($)
Lighting Retrofit -
Various locations
Upgrading the existing
fluorescent lighting to LED
5,246.71
660,734.18
High Performance
New Construction -
Police 11 Division
Major renovation of the
building
354.00
44,580.28
Heating controls -
Chelsea Gardens
Optimize building
operations by implementing
advanced heating controls
286.72
36,107.51
Decanter Controls
Upgrade - Clarkson
WWTP
Downsize 350 HP motor to
200 HP Totally Enclosed Fan
Cooled Motor and install
200HP VFD for better
controls
180.00
22,667.94
Chiller Replacement
- Derrybrae Place
Replacement of 125-ton
constant-speed centrifugal
chiller with a more energy
efficient chiller
156.90
19,758.89
Voltage
Optimization Device
Installation -
Springfield Gardens
"A"
Installation of Voltage
optimization device to
reduce voltage to allowable
minimum level
131.02
16,499.74
Table 4: Top projects contributing to Natural gas savings
Project Name
Project details
Annual Natural
Gas Savings
(m3)
Annual Energy
Cost
Avoidance ($)
Snow Melting System
Optimization -
Headquarters Suite B
Optimize the operation of
Snow melting system by
implementing controls
71,804
27,124.86
Make Up Air Unit
Replacement - Peel
Youth Village
Ventilation - Condensing
MUA unit upgrade
54,150
20,455.84
Recommissioning -
Tall Pines
Recommissioning of the
building
51,759
19,552.61
Domestic Hot Water
Boiler Replacement -
Confederation Place
Replacement of heat
exchangers to DHW boilers
to decouple heating and
DHW systems
51,432
19,429.08
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Project Name
Project details
Annual Natural
Gas Savings
(m3)
Annual Energy
Cost
Avoidance ($)
Recommissioning -
Malton Village
Recommissioning of the
building
50,000
18,888.13
10.2 Renewable energy generation
Over the past five years, Peel Region has generated 44,706 MWh of electricity that is
enough electricity to power 4,143 homes for a year.
The Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plant at the Clarkson Wastewater Treatment Plant
in Mississauga generated 42,592 MWh of electricity from 2019 to 2023 and cost
savings of $4.87M.
Moreover, the Micro Hydro Turbine at the Clarkson Wastewater Treatment Plant in
Mississauga generated 1,568 MWh of electricity from 2019 to 2023 and cost savings of
$171,071.
Over the past five years, the roof top Solar PV installations at several Peel buildings have
generated nearly 545 MWh of electricity and received FIT (Feed-in-tariff) contract
payouts of $209,366.
11 Future initiatives (2024-2028)
11.1 Standards, Policies and Plans
The following section provides an overview of the strategic initiatives for the next five
years pertaining to renewable energy and other climate change mitigation efforts.
11.1.1 Renewable Energy Strategy
Peel Region is actively working towards developing a Renewable Energy Strategy
aimed at:
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Identifying feasible targets for generating and sourcing zero carbon energy
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Defining Peel Region's decision-making criteria (Eg. risk appetite, internal rate
of return)
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Identifying Peel's critical services and priority sites where on-site energy
generation and storage should be evaluated to inform business continuity
planning
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Establishing roles for Regional divisions and programs in the implementation
of projects including viable ownership models
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Outlining a phased approach to support renewable energy proliferation in the
community
Ultimately, implementation of this strategy through investments in energy generation,
storage, and asset management will enhance Peel's resilience to fluctuations in:
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Energy cost
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Electricity grid capacity
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Availability of clean electricity
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Extreme weather events causing power outages leading to service disruptions
11.1.2 Net Zero Emissions Building Retrofit Standard
The development of a Net Zero Emissions (NZE) Building Retrofit standard
commenced in 2022, and, when approved and implemented, will address operating
emissions in all existing occupied and unoccupied buildings owned by the region. This
is a critical part of Peel's decarbonization path as the buildings are responsible for
~40% of all Peel's GHG emissions.
The standard will propose various compliance paths and the common requirement for
any retrofit is anticipated to be fuel switching and use of heat pumps. This technology
offers significant energy efficiency improvements and can be used for most building
heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) applications.
Other energy efficiency measures of the NZE Building Retrofit standard will include
building envelope improvements, lighting, and appliance upgrades. The standard will
also suggest on-site renewable generation where sufficient roof space is available.
Overall, the standard will enable significant on-site decarbonization of building
operation through electrification and energy efficiency improvements.
The standard will be accompanied by a policy and implementation guide to ensure
adoption within the organization and ease of implementation.
11.1.3 Energy and Emissions Management Plan - Public works and Long-Term
Care
Building on the success of the EEMP for affordable housing, Peel Region is actively
working to develop a similar plan for Public Works and Long-Term Care portfolios. The
EEMP will follow the high-level principles laid out in the Climate Change Master Plan
and will become a program-area specific pathway for decarbonization and energy
management.
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Public works
The department's GHG inventory will be evaluated, based on which decarbonization
and energy improvement opportunities will be identified and thereafter an EEMP will
be developed sequentially for each division with operating emissions within Public
Works. The plan will also propose a viable path to meet the decarbonization sub-target,
identify specific measures, and evaluate their energy, GHG emission and financial
impacts.
Long Term Care (LTC)
Development of the LTC EEMP was initiated in early 2024 and is close to completion.
Peel's LTC portfolio contributes 2,390 tons of annual GHG emissions to the total
corporate GHG emissions profile. The LTC EEMP is in alignment with Peel's Assets
Capital Plans and the principles of maintaining a state of good repair.
The proposed LTC EEMP explores three distinct scenarios: EER1, EER2, and EER3. In
EER1, energy conservation measures have been bundled to achieve a 72% reduction in
GHG emissions and 40% reduction in energy usage by 2035. On the other hand, EER3
is designed to achieve an impressive 100% reduction in GHG emissions and 49%
reduction in energy usage by 2035. Peel is currently reviewing risks and opportunities
to advance EER3 and achieve Net-Zero emissions for this portfolio by 2035.
The LTC EEMP includes a range of strategies, such as deep mechanical systems
retrofits, envelope retrofits, and the integration of renewable energy sources like solar
photovoltaic (PV) systems. Notably, the proposed Solar PV system is set to generate
about 1,550 MWh of Energy contributing significantly to Peel's climate change
objectives.
Figure 10: Long-Term Care Energy and Emission Management Plan
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11.1.4 Training
As part of ongoing efforts to educate Peel staff and support decarbonization of regional
assets, Peel is actively working to organize training sessions aimed at optimizing
building operations and equipping staff with the necessary knowledge and skills to
achieve Net-Zero emissions targets. Through these comprehensive training sessions,
Peel employees will gain insights into sustainable practices, energy-efficient
technologies, and carbon reduction strategies tailored to their respective roles and
responsibilities.
By empowering the organization with the tools and resources needed to make
informed decisions and take decisive action, Peel is laying the foundation for a
successful transition to a Net-Zero emissions future.
11.2 Upcoming Projects
Peel Region is focused on implementing innovative solutions to reduce carbon
emissions and enhance energy efficiency across its operations and achieve the Climate
Change Master Plan's 2030 GHG reduction target. In direct alignment with the CCMP,
the following sub-sections provide an overview of planned measures for the next five
years, including Net Zero Emissions New Construction, low carbon initiatives, and
energy management projects.
11.2.1 Net Zero Emissions New construction Projects
Peel's New Construction projects, outlined below, integrate a range of low-carbon
measures to comply with the NZE New Construction Policy and Standard. Notably,
some projects are being designed to achieve Net-Zero energy status, with solar PV
systems sized to meet 100% of the building's energy demand.
Table 5: Overview of New Construction projects
Key Performance
Indicators
Affordable
Housing -
High rise 1
Affordable
Housing -
High rise 2
Paramedics
Operational
Yard
Police
Operations
Potential GHG
emissions offset
(TCO2e/yr)
204
287.2
241-280
116-148
54
Potential Energy
Consumption
Avoidance (MWh/yr)
1,203
1,464
1,117-2,317
944-1,747
1,805
EUI (kWh/m2)
103
82
120-0
124.5-0
215.8
TEDI
(kWh/m2*yr)
29
27
23.5
33.6
30.3
Potential Renewable
energy generation
(% of Building
Energy Use)
5%
5%
5% to 100%
5% to 100%
6%
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11.2.2 Net Zero Emissions Low Carbon Retrofit Projects
In alignment with Peel's Climate Change Master Plan, this section outlines upcoming
and in progress net zero emissions low carbon retrofit projects, which will be
completed over the next five years through a combination of single retrofit, bundled
retrofit, and holistic projects.
State of Good Repair and Bundled Retrofit Projects
The table below highlights single and bundled retrofit projects, illustrating a
comprehensive approach to decarbonization. Single retrofit (or SOGR) projects involve
replacing existing equipment reaching the end of its lifecycle with newer, more energy
efficient low carbon technologies whereas bundled retrofit projects involve multiple
retrofit measures that are bundled together and executed simultaneously to optimize
use of resources and minimize disruptions to the building occupants. For example,
replacing a boiler, Make Up Air unit and Fan coil units all within one building and at the
same time.
These projects encompass a range of measures, including installation of air source heat
pumps (ASHP) to replace conventional space heating systems, while also incorporating
cooling capabilities, domestic hot water enhancements, and improved ventilation
through make-up air systems. Additional measures include building envelope
improvements, which directly impact energy use and indoor air quality.
Table 6: Upcoming and in progress Single and Bundled Retrofit Projects
Portfolio
Single Retrofit
Bundled Retrofit
Annual Energy
Savings
(eMWh)
Annual GHG
Avoidance
(TCO2e)
Annual Energy
Savings (eMWh)
Annual GHG
Avoidance
(TCO2e)
Affordable
Housing -
High rise
10,946
2,579
7,740
1,560
Affordable
Housing -
Shelter
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-
770
222
Affordable
Housing -
Townhouse
37
12
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Long term
Care
481
112
-
-
Total
11,464
2,703
8,510
1,782
Furthermore, OCCEM is supporting six retrofit projects for affordable housing buildings
by providing subject matter expertise. These buildings fall under a private social
housing portfolio not directly owned by Peel and are projected to result in an annual
energy savings of 9,939 MWh and a reduction of 2,230 TCO2e in GHG emissions.
Funding for these projects will be partially sourced from Canada Mortgage and
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Housing Corporation's (CMHC) National Housing Co-Investment Funding Program,
which mandates a demonstration of at least 25% in energy and GHG savings. However,
preliminary studies indicate potential savings well beyond these requirements, ranging
from 75-80%.
Holistic Projects
The following section outlines upcoming holistic projects, focusing on comprehensive
retrofits of existing buildings. These projects aim to optimize energy performance and
reduce emissions through comprehensive upgrades. This holistic approach ensures
that the retrofit measures address the building as a whole and maximize cost
efficiencies by consolidating multiple retrofit measures into a single project.
Table 7: Upcoming Holistic Retrofit Projects
Portfolio
Annual Energy
Savings
(eMWh)
Annual GHG
avoidance
(TCO2e)
Annual Energy
Cost Avoidance
($)
Affordable Housing -
Low rise
1,823
316
92,977
Affordable Housing -
High rise
2,940
466
161,700
Long-Term Care
7,039
2,026
245,000
Total
11,802
2,808
499,677
In addition to the projects mentioned in the Table 7, Peel is implementing
comprehensive upgrades at one of its townhouses, which was in a very poor condition
and required extensive upgrades. Measures such as increased air tightness, triple
glazing, heat recovery ventilation, and external insulation of limited faces of exterior
walls will be implemented. This project will not only result in greater energy and GHG
savings but also provide valuable insights and can be used as a benchmark project for
future low carbon retrofit of Peel's townhouse portfolio.
11.2.3 Energy Management Projects
Over the next five years, Peel's energy management initiatives will focus on
implementing innovative projects aimed at reducing energy consumption and costs,
while also aligning with the CCMP outcomes and target.
One of the primary projects within these initiatives involves implementing baseboard
heating controls to manage the energy consumption of baseboard heater-driven space
heating in several affordable housing buildings. The control strategy will include
temperature sensing and automated thermal comfort management to achieve at least
15% energy savings annually, as demonstrated in a successful pilot project conducted
in 2019 at one affordable housing building. The pilot project showcased the potential
for expansion to other buildings, highlighting the significant energy and cost savings
achievable over the life cycle of baseboard heating systems.
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Based on the projected installation at seven selected sites, it is anticipated that annual
energy savings from reduced electricity consumption will be 144.2 MWh, and result in
a cost savings of $2.1 million over 20 years.
11.2.4 Metering Infrastructure upgrade
Peel Region has developed a 5-year plan to replace the existing aging energy metering
assets to avoid future metering issues, while maintaining the accuracy of the energy
data. The plan prioritizes the replacement of approximately 76 main meters over the 5-
year period, with 20 meters already replaced and 56 remaining to be addressed in the
coming years. Currently, a review is underway to potentially expedite the installation
timeline from 5 years to 2-3 years.
In addition to the energy meter replacement plan, Peel is making significant strides in
installing main meters and sub-meters tailored to site redevelopment projects. These
meters will monitor various electrical and mechanical loads, facilitating energy
conservation and demand management efforts.
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12 Glossary of Terms
ASHP: Air source heat pump. It is a heating and cooling system that utilizes outdoor air
as a heat source in winter and a heat sink in summer. It extracts heat from the outdoor
air and transfers it indoors during the heating season and reverses the process during
the cooling season to remove heat from indoor spaces and release it outdoors.
Carbon dioxide (CO2): A gas found in the Earth's atmosphere and is a result of many
natural and human activities. Carbon dioxide is a notable greenhouse gas.
CHP: Combined Heat and Power. A process where electricity is generated using a fuel
source (e.g.: RNG) and any useful heat energy resulting from this step is captured and
used (i.e.: for heating). This allows for more efficient use of the fuel source.
DHW: Domestic Hot Water. Any potable water used for domestic purposes (i.e.,
consumption and hygiene), excluding heating and commercial practices.
eMWh: An equivalent Megawatt hour (e-MWh) is the conversion of a unit of energy to a
common unit to better compare different types of energy sources. Example: Converting
a cubic meter of natural gas to an equivalent Megawatt hour measure to compare to
electricity usage in Megawatt hours. Conversion factor: (1m3=0.01055MWh).
EUI: Energy Use Intensity, a measurement that shows a building's energy use as a
function of its size or other characteristics.
FIT: Feed-in Tariff. A policy mechanism that aims to encourage investment in renewable
energies.
GA: Global Adjustment. It is a component which covers the cost of building new
electricity infrastructure, maintaining, and refurbishing existing generation resources
and covers the cost of delivering conservation programs to ensure adequate electricity
supply over the long term in the province of Ontario.
GHG: Greenhouse Gas. These gases absorb and radiate heat energy easily and help
maintain the Earth's temperature. If emitted in excess quantities, they can have negative
impacts to the Earth's climate.
Hourly Ontario Energy Price (HOEP): It is the average of the twelve market clearing
prices set in each hour.
HP: Horsepower. A unit of measurement of power.
HVAC: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.
ICI: Industrial Conservation Initiative. A program which incentivizes eligible industrial
and commercial customers to reduce their demand during peak periods to help the
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province defer the need for investments in new electricity infrastructure that would
otherwise be needed.
kW: Kilowatt. A unit of electrical power.
kWh: Kilowatt hour. A unit of electrical energy.
LED: Light-emitting diodes. Consume considerably less energy than most conventional
light sources, while achieving similar or better lighting performance.
MUA: Make-up Air Unit. An air handler that conditions 100% outside air.
MW: Megawatt (equal to 1,000 kilowatts). A unit of electrical power.
MWh: Megawatt hour (equal to 1,000 kilowatt hours). A unit of electrical energy.
NG: Natural gas. A fossil fuel which consists primarily of methane.
NZE: Net Zero Emissions, also referred as carbon neutral is defined as a state of not
emitting greenhouse gas emissions or offsetting the emissions by undertaking actions
such as tree planting or employing technologies that can capture carbon before it is
released into the air.
Renewable Energy: Energy derived from natural resources that are replenished on a
human timescale, such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, waves, and geothermal heat.
Solar PV: Solar Photovoltaics. A system which captures energy from sunlight to
generate electricity.
TCO2e: Greenhouse gas emissions expressed as equivalent tons of carbon dioxide
(CO2) emissions.
Thermal Energy Demand Intensity: Also referred as TEDI, it is the annual heating
energy demand for space conditioning and conditioning of ventilation air.
VFD: Variable Frequency Drive. A type of motor controller that drives an electric motor
by varying the frequency and voltage of its power supply.
Wastewater: Any water that has been exposed to human activity. This includes water
from the sanity sewers, storm sewers, surface runoff, etc. and requires treatment at an
appropriate facility.
WWTP: Water and Wastewater Treatment plant. A facility which improves the quality of
water to specifications for its intended use.
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ZCB: Zero Carbon building. A building that is designed, constructed, and operates to
produce net zero carbon emissions over its entire life cycle, typically achieved through
energy efficiency measures and renewable energy sources.
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