ResiLienT Loyalist Township

ResiLienT Loyalist Township Climate Action Plan:

At the October 23rd, 2017 session of Council, Loyalist Township enrolled into the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Partners for Climate Protection (PCP) program, joining over 350 municipalities across Canada that have committed to undertaking local action on climate change. As part of the Five Milestone PCP program, our community built the ResiLient Loyalist Township Climate Action Plan. ResiLient Loyalist Township is a set of strategies intended to guide community efforts for reducing greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), improve our health, grow our local economy, and increase social equity. On February 8^th, 2021 Council unanimously passed the motion to accept the ResiLienT Loyalist Township Climate Action Plan to act as a road map for local action and keep climate action as a priority for decisions.

The ResiLient Loyalist Township Climate Action Plan contains goals and strategies for both the Loyalist Township corporate and community reductions. With a corporate GHG reduction target of a 49% reduction in GHG emissions below 2016 levels by 2031 & a community GHG reduction target of 25% below 2017 levels by 2031 was approved by Council in November 2020.

The goals and actions presented in this plan stemmed from engaging with residents, stakeholders, and Township staff alike, and were developed with a commitment to respect taxpayer dollars while maintaining or exceeding existing levels of services. This feedback, combined with research and technical analyses, was used to develop thirty-three goals and actions across six priority sectors.

Table of Priority Sectors and Goals
Priority Sector	Goals
Sustainable Land Use	Meet the current and future needs of the Loyalist Community while incorporating practices that will protect the environment and support local agriculture.
Waste Reduction	Divert waste away from landfill and promote a circular economy.
Transportation	Provide residents with enhanced transit services and promote the uptake of low-carbon fuels in vehicles, all while maintaining expected levels of service.
Buildings	Increase the energy efficiency of existing residential, commercial, and municipal buildings, and promote the construction of new buildings designed to exceed existing energy standards.
Water and Wastewater	Reduce residential water usage and the amount of energy required to treat, distribute, or collect water and wastewater.
Other	Undertake initiatives which may not have a direct and quantifiable impact on GHG emissions in Loyalist, but that will contribute to a culture of climate action while promoting community resiliency and financial sustainability.

Some of the initiatives discussed in this plan will require a significant amount of public feedback and the development of robust funding strategies, while others rely technologies that are just starting to emerge on the market. As such, they will gradually be implemented over the 10-year period covered by this document, as appropriate

The ResiLienT Loyalist Township Climate Action Plan represents the municipality’s first steps towards local climate action. The target sectors and goals were developed based on feedback garnered throughout various engagement sessions and reflect corporate and community priorities. If properly implemented, this plan will contribute to a culture of Climate Action in Loyalist and act as a steppingstone towards more ambitious targets in the future, especially when considering the federal target of Net-Zero emissions by 2050.

Read the ResiLienT Loyalist Township

Climate Action Plan:

Click here to download the ResiLienT Loyalist Township Climate Action Plan.

Community Supporters of ResiLienT Loyalist Township:

A high degree of collaboration between the municipality and the community was required to put this plan together. Its implementation, and eventual success, will be contingent on maintaining the momentum that has developed over the course of this project. The following local businesses, organizations, and community-based groups provided a letter of support endorsing this project, and indicated their organization’s interest in taking an active role on climate action:

LaFarge Canada
Topsy Farms
L&A Stewardship Council
Bath Museum
Sustainable Kingston
Limestone District School Board
National Farms Union Local 316
MacKinnon Brothers Brewing Co.
Ontario Power Generation
Cataraqui Conservation

If you represent a local business, organization, or community-based group and would like to write a letter of support for ResiLienT Loyalist Township, please do not hesitate to reach out to climateaction@loyalist.ca should you wish to endorse this project or if you have any questions.

Loyalist Township’s Award-Winning Climate Action Project: Amherstview Water Pollution Control Plant Constructed Wetland

Loyalist Township received a Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ 2020 Sustainable Communities Award for exceptional work in the Water category for the Amherstview Water Pollution Control Plant Constructed Wetland. A constructed wetland was incorporated into the Amherstview Water Pollution Control Plant in 2018. The system provides tertiary treatment to wastewater in a passive, net-zero energy manner and the plants act as a carbon sink.

Next Steps & Ways to Get Involved:

Stay tuned for ways that you can get involved by signing up for the ResiLienT Loyalist Township email list by reaching out to climateaction@loyalist.ca. During the implementation of this plan, we will be looking for community members to volunteer, sit on advisory groups, provide additional feedback, and contribute in different ways.

Industrial, Commercial, Institutional and Retrofit Opportunities:

Save on Energy - Retrofit Program

The Save on Energy Retrofit program is designed to help Ontario businesses save energy, reduce costs and increase productivity. This province-wide initiative offers financial incentives for equipment upgrades that reduce facility electricity consumption.

Eligibility Requirements: Retrofit incentives are available to owners or lessees* of:

Commercial spaces or buildings, such as offices, retail and grocery stores, restaurants, hotels and warehouses
Industrial facilities in sectors such as food and beverage, automotive, plastics, steel, mining, paper and chemical industries
Institutional buildings, including hospitals, universities, municipal facilities
Multi-family buildings, such as apartments (including social housing) or condominiums
Agricultural facilities, including dairy, swine and poultry farms, greenhouses and nurseries.

*If you lease, you must have the owner’s consent or authorization to participate.

Projects eligible for the Retrofit program are generally those that provide sustainable, measurable and verifiable reductions in peak electricity demand and electricity consumption.

Examples of eligible projects include:

Lighting retrofits
Lighting controls
HVAC redesign
Chiller replacement
Variable-speed drive installations

Incentives are available for a variety of products and technologies to continue to help businesses save on energy costs and increase their competitiveness.

Link: Save on Energy - Retrofit Program

Save On Energy - Small Business Lighting Program

See your business in a new light with up to $2,000 in incentives towards eligible energy-efficient lighting upgrades.

Eligibility Requirements:

All types of businesses with 50 or fewer employees on site at any point in time can participate.
Previous participants of the Small Business Lighting Program from 2016 – 2019 are not eligible to participate again.

Link: Small Business Lighting program | Save on Energy

Save on Energy - Energy Manager Program

Energy managers have the strategic and technical expertise to recommend the energy-saving equipment and technologies that are right for your business. They also have the skills to implement an energy management strategy for your business – working directly with your operations team, vendors and service providers, and managing financial incentives that support project success and benefit your company’s bottom line.

Eligibility Requirements:

The February 28th application window is now closed. Submitted applications are currently under review and decisions for funding will be issued in April.

Companies interested in funding an energy manager in 2022 will be able to submit an energy manager application later this year when the next application window is opened sometime after September. Funding opportunities will be based on the customer’s ability to achieve energy and peak demand reductions.

Companies approved will be eligible to receive an upfront payment of up to $20,000 annually upon the hiring of an energy manager and up to $150,000 per year to compensate their energy manager based on their performance – this will be at a rate of $300 per kW of peak demand reduction. Energy managers can reach their targets through projects supported by other Save on Energy incentives, and a minimum of 20 percent of savings must come from projects that have not received any incentive.

Link: Energy Manager program | Business and Industry incentives | Save on Energy

Save on Energy - Energy Performance Program

The Energy Performance Program (EPP) rewards customers who are able to make behavioural and operational changes that support capital investment projects, enabling them to grow their energy savings over a number of years.

Three years of annual pay-for-performance incentives are available for multi-site and single-site facilities for applications approved by December 31, 2024.

The program is based on a pay-for-performance model that encourages whole building energy performance improvements, as well as peak demand reduction.
Participants have choice and flexibility in implementing capital and non-capital energy-efficiency measures, and are rewarded for energy savings and peak demand savings at the same incentive rate regardless of the types of projects/activities that have been implemented.
Participants receive a performance incentive based on electricity savings determined by comparing metered consumption to their baseline energy model. Participants receive $0.04/kWh multiplied by the electricity savings realized with the annual incentive capped at 20 percent of the facility baseline energy use.
Participants are also eligible to receive a performance incentive based on summer peak demand savings determined by comparing metered consumption to their baseline energy model. Participants receive $50/kW multiplied by the summer peak demand savings realized with the annual incentive capped at 20 percent of the facility baseline summer peak demand.

Eligibility Requirements: Participants must:

Be owners and/or operators of commercial, institutional, or industrial facilities located in Ontario
Commit to participate for three years and commit to realize a minimum of five percent energy savings per facility within two years
Have a minimum annual consumption of 1,500,000 kWh per facility (or group of up to five buildings aggregated into a single facility baseline energy model)
Have 12 months of hourly interval meter data for each facility.

Link: Energy Performance Program | Business and Industry incentives | Save on Energy

Enbridge - Commercial Custom Retrofit Program

An Enbridge Gas Energy Solutions Advisor will work with you, free of charge, to identify energy efficiency opportunities that save natural gas and in return save you money. If you implement any of our recommendations, we will cover up to 50% of the project cost.

Eligibility Requirements: Contact Enbridge Gas to confirm your eligibility. Incentives are only made available to customers where Enbridge Gas energy-efficiency offer(s) have impacted the customer’s decision to proceed with the improvement(s). Incentive cannot exceed 50% of the project cost and $100,000 per project. Must provide proof of purchase matched to installation address. Valid in Enbridge Gas franchise area (Ontario) only, between Jan. 1, 2021 and Nov. 30, 2021. Minimum boiler efficiency to qualify for the Commercial Custom Retrofit incentive program is 85%.

Link: Commercial Custom Retrofit Program - Enbridge Smart Savings

Enbridge - Industrial Custom Solutions and Incentives Program

A dedicated Enbridge Gas Energy Solutions Advisor (ESA) will work with you to develop a solution that meets your unique energy, budget and cost savings objectives. You can also qualify for a range of incentives for audits and implementing energy efficiency projects.

Eligibility Requirements: See website for incentive structure. Industrial Custom Programs: Incentives apply to Enbridge Gas industrial customers in the Enbridge Gas Distribution rate zone for measures implemented and commissioned between Jan. 1 and Nov. 15 of the current calendar year. Projects must be pre-approved by Enbridge Gas. Volumetric savings are based either on Enbridge Gas approved engineering calculations or Enbridge Gas validated performance metrics. Enbridge Gas makes no warranty or guarantee regarding the estimated savings of any energy-efficiency measure. Replacements of existing energy-efficient equipment do not qualify. High-volume projects will be reviewed on a per-project basis. All applications are reviewed by Enbridge Gas and require verification of eligibility, proof of purchase and installation. Incentives cannot exceed 50 percent of the project’s cost and are only made available to customers where Enbridge Gas energy-efficiency offer(s) have impacted the customer’s decision to proceed with the improvement(s). HST is not applicable and will not be added to incentive payments. Programs are subject to change or cancellation without notice at any time.

Link: Industrial Custom Solutions and Incentives Program - Enbridge Smart Savings

Enbridge - Savings by Design

The Savings by Design program was developed to help builders improve energy and environmental performance in new construction projects. The program is available to Ontario builders in the Enbridge Gas franchise area. There’s no cost to participate.

Eligibility Requirements:

Commercial, Institutional, Multi-Residential or Industrial Buildings covered under the Ontario Building Code (OBC) Part 3.
A minimum threshold of 50,000 square feet or aggregate “same construction” projects built within the program time requirement that equal 50,000 square feet or more. For example banks, schools, and retail buildings.
Building(s) must be within the Enbridge Gas service area.
Building(s) must be in the design phase or earlier.
Building must be completed within 5 years of signing the agreement.

Buildings participating in other incentive programs such as High Performance New Construction (HPNC) are still eligible to participate.

Link: Savings by Design Build - Enbridge Gas Inc.

Enbridge - Fixed Incentive Energy Program

Enbridge Gas offers incentives to help offset the cost of installing energy efficient natural gas equipment in new and existing buildings. Cut down your heating costs and qualify for financial incentives by installing any of the following energy efficient technologies. Ie. Air curtains, condensing make-up air units, demand control kitchen ventilation (DCKV), demand control ventilation (DCV), destratification fans, dock door seals, heat recovery ventilator (HRV) and energy recovery ventilator (ERV), ozone laundry system.

Eligibility Requirements: Check link to check eligibility.

Link: Fixed incentives - Enbridge Smart Savings

Enbridge - Comprehensive Energy Management (CEM) Program

To properly manage energy, you must first understand exactly how you are using it. Our Comprehensive Energy Management Program provides you with financial incentives, free technical tools and services to identify key energy drivers and make energy visible across all aspects of your organization.

A dedicated Enbridge Gas Energy Solutions Advisors (ESA) will work with you to:

Identify key energy drivers.
Identify areas of improvement and set targets to:

Reduce energy consumption and emissions.
Improve process efficiencies.
Save money across the organization.

Empower and engage employees to work together towards a common energy saving goal.

Participants can qualify for very attractive financial incentives:

Up to 80 percent of the cost for an Energy Management Information System (EMIS).
Up to $2,500 for Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification.
Up to $10,000 for events/team training support.

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible you must be located in the former Enbridge Gas Distribution service area and an Enbridge Gas Inc. customer and the first four components of CEM program outlined must be completed by November 30 of the current calendar year.
Program Application Form must be approved by Enbridge Gas.
Program space and funds are limited and available on a first come first serve basis. Confirm program availability with your Energy Solutions Advisor prior to submitting an application form.
Volumetric savings are based on either on Enbridge Gas approved engineering calculations or Enbridge Gas validated performance metrics.
Project Implementation incentives for the additional Enbridge Gas programs are governed by the Terms and Conditions for each program.
Incentives are only made available to customers where Enbridge Gas energy efficiency offer(s) have impacted the customer's decision to proceed with the improvement(s). HST is not applicable and will not be added to incentive payments.

Programs are subject to change or cancellation without notice at any time.

Link: Comprehensive Energy Management Program - Enbridge Smart Savings

Enbridge - RunitRight Program

Through the Enbridge Gas RunitRight program, you can find low or no cost operational improvements that will reduce your energy usage and save you money. You can also earn up to $10,000 towards eligible costs. Participants have experienced as much as 5% in energy savings for little to no upfront cost.

Eligibility Requirements:

The building consumes natural gas on an annual basis. The building has been occupied with the present use for at least one year prior to participation in RunitRight.
The building has an Enbridge Gas MetreTek meter, can be upgraded to a MetreTek meter or has a 3rd party automatic meter reader (AMR) that allows direct access to the building's interval data during the monitoring term.
No major capital upgrades that impact natural gas consumption are planned for the monitoring term.
Emergency and unplanned equipment replacements that need to take place during monitoring period should be reported to Enbridge Gas.
The occupancy and building use is not expected to substantively change during the 12-month monitoring period.
Buildings/accounts that have participated in RunitRight within the past five years must undergo a qualification review.

Link: RunitRight Program - Enbridge Smart Savings

Enbridge - Engineering Feasibility Studies Incentives

We help fund studies to identify and quantify potential energy-saving measures on natural gas-consuming equipment and gas-related heating systems or facilities. Studies analyze an existing building to determine the changes that will increase your overall energy efficiency. Commercial customers: 50% up to $4,000. Industrial customers: 50% up to $10,000.

Eligibility Requirements:

Copy of study including:

Baseline types and costs of all energy use per process/piece of equipment
Analysis of use, waste and potential impact on production
In-depth description of improvements to current operational procedures, processes or technology and installation of new equipment
Projected/predicted future performance for all energy use after improvements
Financial analysis of opportunities sufficient to support customer management review for project approval

Copy of 3rd party survey provider invoice or summary of costs for internal labour used.

Link: Engineering feasibility studies and Steam trap studies - Business - Union Gas

Enbridge - Process Improvement Studies Incentives

We help fund studies to improve processes in your business. Studies identify ways to optimize the energy use of a specific piece of natural gas process or Combined Heat & Power (CHP) equipment as part of your company's overall operations and practices. Industrial customers: 66% up to $20,000.

Eligibility Requirements: Copy of study including:

Baseline types and costs of all energy use per process/piece of equipment
Analysis of use, waste and potential impact on production
In-depth description of improvements to current operational procedures, processes or technology and installation of new equipment
Projected/predicted future performance for all energy use after improvements
Financial analysis of opportunities sufficient to support customer management review for project approval

Copy of 3rd party survey provider invoice or summary of costs for internal labour used.

Link: Process Improvement Studies - Business - Union Gas

Enbridge - Equipment & Process Optimization

We help fund measures and equipment that will reduce your natural gas consumption. Implement an energy-saving measure or install high-efficiency equipment. Both new and retrofit applications are eligible.

Link: Equipment & Process Optimization - Business - Union Gas

Enbridge - Meters

We help fund measures and equipment that reduce your natural gas consumption. Install a natural gas, steam or hot-water meter to measure or monitor energy usage. Industrial customers: 50% of meter cost up to $5,000 (maximum five meters per site, per year).

Eligibility Requirements: Apply at the link.

Link: Meters - Business - Union Gas

Enbridge - Runsmart Building Optimization

We provide an incentive to customers for the successful implementation of low-cost and no-cost energy-saving measures that optimize a building's energy use. Optimization improves your building's overall performance by identifying building-maintenance and operational-efficiency improvements.

5% to below 10% of natural gas saved: $0.20/m³
10% to below 15% of natural gas saved: $0.25/m³
Over 15% of natural gas saved: $0.30/m³

When you sign and return the checklist, the 12-month program period begins.
Monitor and maintain the Runsmart recommendations for 12 months.
Earn between 20¢/m³ and 30¢/m³on your natural gas savings.

Eligibility Requirements: Apply at the link.

Link: Runsmart Building Optimization - Business - Union Gas

ResiLienT Loyalist Township

ResiLienT Loyalist Township Climate Action Plan:

Sustainable Land Use

Waste Reduction

Transportation

Buildings

Water and Wastewater

Other

Read the ResiLienT Loyalist Township

Climate Action Plan:

Community Supporters of ResiLienT Loyalist Township:

Loyalist Township’s Award-Winning Climate Action Project: Amherstview Water Pollution Control Plant Constructed Wetland

Next Steps & Ways to Get Involved:

Industrial, Commercial, Institutional and Retrofit Opportunities:

Save on Energy - Retrofit Program

Save On Energy - Small Business Lighting Program

Save on Energy - Energy Manager Program

Save on Energy - Energy Performance Program

Enbridge - Commercial Custom Retrofit Program

Enbridge - Industrial Custom Solutions and Incentives Program

Enbridge - Savings by Design

Enbridge - Fixed Incentive Energy Program

Enbridge - Comprehensive Energy Management (CEM) Program

Enbridge - RunitRight Program

Enbridge - Engineering Feasibility Studies Incentives

Enbridge - Process Improvement Studies Incentives

Enbridge - Equipment & Process Optimization

Enbridge - Meters

Enbridge - Runsmart Building Optimization

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