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THE MUNICIPALITY OF

CLARINGTON - ENERGY

MANAGEMENT PLAN

2014 - 2019

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1 Introduction ..................................................... Page 3

Section 2 Background & History ....................................... Page 3

Section 3 Municipal Buildings Listing ................................ Page 4

Section 4 Energy Consumption ......................................... Page 4

Section 5 Energy Monitoring Plan ..................................... Page 9

Section 6 Goals and Actions ............................................. Page 10

Section 7 Other Considerations ........................................ Page 14

Section 8 Prior Energy Management Initiatives ................. Page 16

Section 9 Plan Administration ........................................... Page 19

Section 10 Appendices:

Appendix I - Current Energy Management Committee ……. Page 21

Appendix II – Municipal Buildings – Owned & Operated ….. Page 22

Appendix III - Municipal Buildings – Board Operated .......... Page 23

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Section 1 - Introduction In response to the growing need for energy and environmental stewardship, the municipal

administration is working towards additional energy conservation through a coordinated plan.

The purpose of the Energy Management Plan (EMP) is to provide the Municipality with a

strategy to improve the overall energy efficiency of operations within the control of the

Municipality. By increasing awareness with all employees in energy conservation we will assist

in the promotion of an environmentally-friendly workplace and do our part in saving the

environment, energy and money by promoting and practicing all energy conservation measures

and programs

The Plan was developed by the staff members of the Energy Management Committee and will

be the key instrument to assist the Municipality to achieve these goals. The Plan will be

reviewed and updated on an annual basis. The Energy Management Committee shall report to

Council on a regular basis with respect the status of various energy conservation undertakings.

Section 2 - Background & History In 2007, Council endorsed the formation of a staff committee to undertake all necessary actions

to effect municipal energy conservation. Under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer,

an interdepartmental Energy Management Committee (Committee) was formed to provide

leadership; guidance and direction to ensure all energy management efforts are coordinated

and sustained over the long term. For a current list of committee members see Appendix I.

The mandate of this Committee is to take charge and take ownership of all energy conservation

measures including the preparation and implementation of an Energy Management Plan (EMP).

Allowing staff to be engaged in the process of setting and choosing priorities will contribute to

the long term implementation of the Plan.

In a June 2010 report to Council, the Committee presented a draft Energy Management Plan as

well as providing an update on a number of initiatives the Committee was working on. A

significant project was the creation of a quarterly energy consumption reporting mechanism.

Using the 2008 budget year as a baseline, consumption was tracked and reported quarterly to

the Committee.

As required by the Green Energy Act Regulations, the Municipality submitted prior to July 1,

2013 the annual energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions report for budget year

2011 to the Ministry of Energy. This report was also posted on the municipal website and a hard

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copy was available in the Clerk’s office. As this is an annual requirement, staff are currently

working on the 2012 budget year report.

Section 3 - Municipal Buildings Listing Clarington owns a wide collection of buildings across the Municipality. They include large multi-

use recreation facilities including indoor pools and ice rinks, fire stations, administrative offices,

libraries, community halls, museum building and an art gallery. The age of the buildings range

from late 1800’s-early 1900’s to recently constructed facilities. The buildings are divided into

two groups. Appendix II (see page 22) lists the buildings that are owned and operated by the

Municipality. Appendix III (see page 23) lists the buildings that are owned by the Municipality

but operated by various boards. For the second group, the individual boards are responsible

for the operation of the facility including payment of utilities while the Municipality is

responsible for the building envelope.

Section 4 - Energy Consumption The scope of this report is limited to energy use through natural gas, electricity, propane, and

furnace oil consumption by municipally owned buildings for which the Municipality is

responsible for paying the respective invoices to the local distribution companies, and or fuel

providers.

The baseline year selected for this plan is 2011. This baseline year was selected as 2011 was the

first year the municipality submitted its consumption data to the Ministry of Energy as part of

Regulation 397/11. All data provided for consumption statistics has been directly taken from

actual utility invoices from the various distribution companies and providers.

For the purpose of the plan the Municipality has converted its energy to a like unit being

gigajoules (GJ). This allows the Municipality to compare its overall energy usage normally

displayed as Kilowatt hours (KWh) for electricity and metres cube (m3) for natural gas. These

units have been further converted using the Local Authority Service (LAS) Planning tool system

to a unit known as Energy Intensity (eKWH/m2). This unit allows the municipality to express a

specific facility or building’s energy use as a function of its size in square metres. With that

being said the energy intensity will accurately display increases in consumption when retrofits

have been completed to increase building size or when new additional buildings are built as the

Municipality continues to grow and expand.

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Many variables contribute to energy consumption, some of which are out of the Municipality’s

control when trying to maintain a consistent level of consumption within the budgeted yearly

usage. Some of these variables include:

Expanded programming and Increased public usage at recreational facilities

Change in service levels including increased operating hours in buildings

Significant changes in seasonal weather patterns

Tenants usage at leased area’s in which the Municipality doesn’t have control over

thermostats, light usage etc.

The Municipality’s 2011/2012 energy use breakdown and total energy used annually is shown in

the diagrams below:

2011 Municipal Buildings Energy Consumption

Figure 1

Fuel Source

Consumption Unit Converted to

GJ’s

Cost $ GHG

Tonnes CO2

Electricity 10,354,630 Kwh 37,277 1,113,749 994

Natural Gas 1,129,285 m3 43,206 353,278 2,135

Furnace Oil 32,966 L 1,279 28,826 90

Propane 7,782 L 197 4,201 12

Totals 81,959 1,500,054 3,231

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2012 Municipal Buildings Energy Consumption

Figure 2

Fuel Source

Consumption Unit Converted to

GJ’s

Cost $ GHG

Tonnes CO2

Electricity 10,484,636 Kwh 37,745 1,186,498 1,007

Natural Gas 1,064,125 m3 40,713 322,744 2,012

Furnace Oil 8,254 L 320 7,813 23

Propane 28,692 L 726 17,594 44

Totals 79,504 1,534,649 3,086

Natural Gas Consumption Electricity Consumption

Figure 3 Figure 4

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Figure 5

Total Energy Use (GJ) = 161,463

Figure 5: Energy breakdown by Gigajoules (GJ) (2011-2012)

Figure 5 is a breakdown of all the energy sources the Municipality of Clarington consumes in

gigajoules. As shown in this figure the amount of energy provided by both electricity and natural gas

are relatively close, with a 6% difference between the two sources. The additional consumption of

both propane and furnace oil only amount for approximately 2% of the Municipalities overall

consumption. These sources are used in facilities where natural gas supply is currently not yet

available, or the facilities are not fitted with the appropriate equipment.

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Figure 6: Electricity Breakdown by cost (Jan 1, 2011 – Dec 31, 2011)

$1,724,374(Can $)

65%

35%

2011 Electricity Breakdown by Cost

Total Electricity $

Buildings

Street Lights

Figure 6.1: Electricity Breakdown by cost (Jan 1, 2012-Dec 31, 2012)

$1,857,297(Can $)

64%

36%

2012 Electricity Breakdown by Cost

Total Electricity $

Buildings

Street Lights

Figure 6 & 6.1 are breakdowns of all the electricity costs the Municipality of Clarington has incurred between January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2012. Although the Municipality does not monitor and track the usage of its street lights as they are an unmetered asset, it should be noted by the display of the graph that the illumination of the Municipalities street lights make up approximately 36% of the yearly electricity operating budget.

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Section 5 - Energy Monitoring Plan Since 2008 utility consumption of electricity, gas and water is regularly tracked in a spreadsheet

by the Finance Department. The Energy Management Committee receives regular updates on

the consumption data. This includes budget to actual comparisons, year to year comparisons

and a discussion on factors that affect the consumption. Members of the Energy Management

Committee who represent all departments will provide feedback on factors affecting

consumption such as weather and changes in operating hours and service levels. Note that only

buildings that are owned and operated by the Municipality are monitored by the Municipality.

This regular monitoring allows for the identification of unusual utility consumption figures as

well as billing irregularities. The Municipality of Clarington also uses this consumption

information to comply with the Ministry of Energy annual reporting requirement as per the

Green Energy Act.

This data is also used as a basis for budget estimates for the next calendar year while factoring

in current consumption, planned service levels, planned changes in equipment, capital projects

and retrofits of buildings. This data will also be used to determine actual savings from energy

conservation measures.

From October 2008 to October 2014, the Municipality has a consulting agreement with

Blackstone Energy Service Inc. This agreement covers many services related to the

Municipality’s supply of Natural Gas including the supply of information relevant to decision

making; arranging contracts for the continuous supply; analysis and reconciliation of usage; and

forecasting of natural gas pricing pressures. The agreements also cover the analysis of the

electricity market. The Municipality is currently working with the Region of Durham on the RFP

for a new energy consulting agreement.

In 2014, consumption data will be transferred to the Local Authority Services (LAS) Energy

Planning Tool system to continue the ongoing monitoring of utilities and to submit our 2012

consumption data for the MOE annual report.

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Section 6 – Goals and Actions

1. Complete Energy Audit Master Plan Phase I Implementation Project (2014-2015) In December 2012, Council approved funds to complete the first phase of energy conservation measures from the energy master plan developed by VIP Energy Inc. The master plan was developed with recommendations arising from the completion of the initial twelve (12) energy audits on municipal buildings. The report identified the most attractive measures based on an estimated payback of six years or less. In order to complete this goal, the following actions are to be completed:

I. Summarize all completed, deferred and cancelled energy conservation measures approved in this project.

II. Maximize use of the incentive funds available from the Ontario Power Authority (OPA) through saveONenergy program applications.

III. Review and evaluate the effectiveness of the initiatives implemented to determine actual savings.

IV. Direct actual savings back to the source of funding, the Municipal Government Enterprise Reserve Fund. These funds could then be made available for funding additional measures identified in the full energy master plan.

2. Prepare Energy Audit Master Plan Phase II Implementation Project (2016-2017) Upon the completion of the Phase I work, the Energy Management Committee will review the recommendations of subsequently completed energy audits to determine future energy conservation measures for consideration. They will also review those measures not previously recommended to determine their feasibility moving forward. In order to complete this goal, the following actions are to be completed:

I. Incorporate into master plan the energy conservation measures identified in most recently completed energy audits.

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II. Subject to incentive funding from OPA of 50% of total cost, complete energy audits on municipally owned, board operated community hall and buildings.

III. Review the list of measures not included in Phase I project and assess from a payback perspective, to identify and prioritize initiatives for consideration in Phase II project.

IV. Prepare a report to Council seeking approval of funds to complete Phase II of the project.

3. Continue to Integrate Energy Conservation into the Corporate Asset Management Strategy (2014-2019) In addition to the completion of specific energy conservation improvements, municipal staff will continue to consider energy efficiency and conservation with the repair and/or replacement of capital assets. In order to complete this goal, the following actions are to be completed:

I. Through the operating department representatives on the Committee, continue to emphasize energy efficiency and conservation during the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets.

II. Liaise with the Corporate Asset Management Working Group as they complete their work on a corporation-wide asset program.

4. Enhance Staff Energy Conservation Awareness and Engagement (2014 – 2019). A key factor in the success of energy conservation plan is the creation of an energy mindset. This involves staff at all levels taking an active role and working together in achieving our energy goals. This will result in energy conscious behaviour becoming entrenched in the day to day operation of all employees. In order to complete this goal, the following actions are to be completed:

I. Engage municipal staff on pending energy efficiency upgrades at the Municipal Administrative Centre, with regular progress updates and opportunity for feedback.

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II. Regular communication to staff through electronic distribution of energy news through email, website and intranet.

III. Through department representatives on the Committee, encourage energy awareness and education to be included as discussion items, as applicable, in staff training and team meetings.

IV. Create a recognition program that will highlight the efforts of departments and staff in energy conservation.

5. Strategically Align with Council’s Corporate Strategic Plan 2015 - 2018

The current Strategic Plan was developed in the Spring of 2011 and is in the final year of implementation. During this last term of Council, the Energy Management Committee worked on a number of initiatives identified in the strategic plan. In preparation for the next four year plan, the Committee will provide the necessary background information on the energy conservation programs to assist Council in adopting energy efficiency priorities. In order to complete this goal, the following actions are to be completed:

I. Provide the approved Energy Management Plan to Senior Staff as they prepare the orientation information for the new term of Council, highlighting the goals of the Committee.

II. Encourage the incoming Council to incorporate energy conservation measures in the 2015 – 2018 Strategic Plan.

III. Following the preparation of the Corporate Strategic Plan, the Committee will review Council’s priorities for 2015 – 2018. The Committee will make any necessary adjustments to the EMP.

6. Initiate a Street Light Retrofit Project (2015)

As identified in this plan the cost of electricity to illuminate the Municipality’s street lights is 36% of our total annual energy cost. Although the street light accounts are not metered and actual energy consumption data is not available there exists an opportunity to upgrade our current street lights to a more energy efficient system. By working with Local Distribution Companies (LDCs) the Municipality can substantiate a reduction in

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energy usage and negotiate a more attractive flat rate for street light accounts. In order to complete this goal, the following actions are to be completed:

I. Complete a street light pilot project utilizing light emitting diode (LED) or high intensity discharge (HID) electronic ballast systems in a location that is metered to assist in calculating energy conservation effectiveness (i.e. building parking lot).

II. Work with Veridian and Hydro-One to calculate energy savings potential for non-metered street light accounts and negotiate an acceptable rate reduction agreement.

III. Following the trial period, complete an evaluation to determine actual energy savings. Based on favourable results staff will develop a business case for a large scale retrofit and make appropriate recommendations for funding.

7. Reduce Energy Intensity Factor by 5% by 2019 As explained earlier in the report Energy Intensity (eKWH/m2) is a measurement factoring energy consumption in relationship to the size of the facility, represented in square meters. The energy intensity will accurately display increases in consumption when facility renovations have been completed to increase building size or when new buildings are built as the Municipality continues to grow and expand. In order to complete this goal, the following actions are to be completed:

I. Perform analysis on estimated energy usage reductions calculations for

completed conservation measures.

II. Ensure that all expansions to existing buildings and new facilities are designed

with energy efficiency principles.

III. Include Energy Intensity data as part of the regular energy monitoring report presented to the Energy Management Committee.

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Section 7 – Other Considerations

New Construction Energy Efficient Design Currently municipal buildings are constructed following the energy efficiency design

standards as outlined in the Ontario Building Code and will adhere to changes to the

Code relating to energy efficiency design, effective January 1, 2017.

The recent construction of the Newcastle Fire Hall incorporated a number of energy

efficient design concepts, following the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design

(LEED) principles. The Community Services Department is undertaking a major

renovation to the Clarington Fitness Centre in Bowmanville in 2014. This renovation will

include the introduction of more natural light to the facility as well as upgrading the

mechanical and electrical components of the building to high energy efficient systems

throughout. This will include the introduction of a large scale LED lighting retrofit.

The Clarington draft Energy Management Plan was reported to Council through Report

CAO-005-10 on June 21, 2010. It provided Council with an overview of GREEN initiatives

and the LEED certification program. LEED is a voluntary rating system for designing,

constructing, operating and certifying green buildings. Although Clarington has not to

date, adopted a LEED certification policy, Green elements and energy conservation

opportunities are explored and considered in municipal projects and building design.

Going forward the Municipality’s goal is to continue to reflect and incorporate energy

conservation principles wherever possible.

Should the development of a LEED Policy for municipal buildings remain a priority for the

next term of Council and be included in their Strategic Plan, municipal staff will

undertake a detailed review of the various energy and environmental design programs

and make specific recommendations to Council at that time.

Renewable Energy

Since the formation of the Energy Management Committee, research has been

completed on a number of initiatives and programs. Specifically, in 2010/11 the

Committee was looking at the Ontario Power Authority (OPA) Feed-in-Tariff (FIT)

Program and the potential for the installation of roof mounted solar panels. The

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program is based on the generation, transmission and distribution of energy into the

province’s energy supply system.

Subject to all necessary approvals, the OPA would enter into a 20 year contract at a fixed

rate per kWh generated. In general the contracts are structured to provide adequate

guaranteed revenues to cover the cost of capital and operating costs associated with the

installation as well as providing the building owner a reasonable rate of return on the

initial investment. There are a number of iterations of agreements including leasing of

roof areas and multi-party partnerships.

In June 2012, the results of an Expression of Interest for the installation of a solar panel

system at the Municipal Administrative Centre were presented to Council. Moving

forward with installation would have required significant repairs to the affected roof

areas which impacted negatively on the financial viability of the installation. As a result

the report was received for information and no further action was taken.

Staff will continue to stay informed on renewable energy opportunities and will bring

forward to Council viable opportunities that are presented to the municipality.

Green Procurement

Purchasing By-law #2010-112 contains a sustainability section noting awareness of

environmentally sound purchasing indicating that acquisitions shall provide for durable,

reusable products and products that include maximum post consumer waste or

recyclable content. To supplement the By-law Sustainability clause a Green

Procurement Policy has been drafted to expand on the requirements of the

Sustainability clause and speaks to environmentally sound procurement, energy

efficiency, reduction of greenhouse gases and application of LEED technology in new

construction.

Results to date have been favourable. A large percentage of cleaning products are Green. Energy efficiency is a requirement on purchases of appliances and equipment and lighting. When the Purchasing Division finalizes this Policy, it will be incorporated into the Energy Management Plan during the annual review process.

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Green Fleet

The Operations Department has prepared a draft Green Fleet Plan which supplements/compliments the Green Procurement Policy. Objectives include selection of vehicles, equipment, fuels, supplies and practices that result in energy efficient operation, reduced emissions, increased recycling/reduction of waste and energy conscious driving operating techniques.

When the Operations Department finalizes this Plan, it will also be incorporated into the

Energy Management Plan.

Section 8 - Prior Energy Management Initiatives

Energy Management Committee In 2007, under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer, an interdepartmental

staff Committee was formed to provide leadership; guidance and direction to ensure all

energy management efforts are coordinated and sustained over the long term. Since

their formation, the Committee has worked on a number of energy matters and

initiatives and most recently has been tasked with the development of the EMP to meet

the requirements of the Green Energy Act.

In addition the implementation of Phase I of the Energy Master Plan Project has been

ongoing in 2013 and 2014 and has been another focus of the Committee. The Committee

continues to meet monthly and has undertaken initiatives resulting in successful

conservation results, while creating an energy conscious culture in the municipal

organization through staff engagement and education initiatives.

Energy Audits

Since 2008 a total of 22 energy audits have been completed at municipally operated

facilities. The audits covered all aspects of the facilities; HVAC, lighting, water and

building envelope and identified all opportunities for energy conservation ranging from

minor upgrades such as low flow toilets and shower heads, energy efficient lighting

upgrades, motion sensors to capital retrofits for such as chillers, furnaces and air

conditioners. Building envelope reviews identify areas for heat loss and stress on cooling

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systems cooling. Operations and Community Services have moved forward with many

recommendations from the audits to achieve energy savings.

Subsequent to the completion of an energy audit in 2009 at the Garnet Rickard

Recreation Complex, the Community Services Department was successful with a grant

application through the Building Canada Fund for a major infrastructure renewal, energy

retrofit upgrade.

The completion of energy audits for municipal buildings identified a significant number

of energy conservation measures which formed the basis for the Energy Master Plan.

Applications are currently being prepared for additional audit funding through the OPA

program to permit the completion of an additional nine energy audits for municipally

owned, Board operated community halls. Once completed, the results of these audits

will be incorporated into the Energy Master Plan.

Energy Master Plan

In 2012 the Energy Management Committee commissioned an Energy Master Plan. This

Plan was developed using the findings of all energy audits completed to date and

identified and recommended upgrades and changes to all facilities with a view to

reducing energy, greenhouse gas production and water consumption. The Plan identified

estimated reduction in energy usage, green house gas emissions and the return on

investment if the recommended upgrades were implemented.

Upon completion of the Energy Master Plan, the Committee selected a number of

recommendations that would achieve significant reduction in energy consumption and

presented a report to Council in December 2012, seeking approval to proceed with the

selected retrofits and recommended a budget to complete the selected retrofits. Council

endorsed the Energy Master Plan and adopted the recommendation to fund the

projects. The report also advised that the initial investment for the retrofit work would

be directed back to the Reserve Fund through realized savings for the work completed.

Under the Master Plan project a number of measures have been implemented including

an arena lighting retrofit at South Courtice Arena. The Committee is currently involved

with Operations as they work with a design team on a major mechanical and lighting

retrofit project at the Municipal Administrative Centre.

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Energy Savings "10 in 9" Initiative In 2009 the Chief Administrative Officer issued a challenge to all municipal departments,

the “10 in 09” Challenge. This was a challenge to staff to reduce electricity consumption

by 10% in the year 2009. Through the challenge the Committee issued regular

bulletins/newsletters to promote the challenge and offered tips on how to conserve

energy, both at the workplace and at home.

By the end of the year consumption was reduced in Natural Gas, Electricity, and Water

usage, with an overall average of 8% - this in spite of one of the hottest summers in

many years. Given the circumstances the results of the challenge were significant.

Roving Energy Manager Program – Veridian Connections On May 30, 2013 the Municipality finalized a partnership with Veridian Connections and

other Durham Region municipalities to share the services of a qualified Energy Manager,

contracted to Veridian, to assist with the identification, reporting and implementation of

energy conservation measures in our municipal buildings. This program is offered by the

Ontario Power Authority who are the providing the funding for this Roving Energy

Manager. Since June of 2013 members of our energy committee have been meeting with

this Energy Manager on the implementation of our energy master plan projects.

Although we were focussed on the mechanical and electrical retrofits for the Municipal

Administrative Centre, we were able to adopt their “best practices” to solutions for all

municipal buildings.

This Energy Manager also assisted with the Ontario Power Authority saveONenergy

grant application recently completed by staff for the major renovation at the Clarington

Fitness Centre scheduled to commence at the end of June.

This one year program expired in early June 2014. As the focus for Veridian is energy

conservation targets in their service areas only, it was not feasible to apply for a renewal

of this contract. Only two major municipal buildings are located within the Veridian

service area, the Municipal Administrative Centre and the Clarington Fitness Centre. The

retrofit work scheduled for completion in these two buildings has already been

calculated into Veridian’s conservation targets.

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Earth Hour The Earth Hour challenge in 2009-10 seemed to be very prominent with various

Municipal challenges undertaken. Since then it has not attracted as much attention.

The Committee will continue to promote conservation at work and home with staff

remind everyone to participate in the challenge and continue to strive to reduce energy

consumption

Municipal Council Engagement Since the formation of the Committee, there have been a number of reports prepared

for Council to both keep them informed of the work the Committee is doing as well as to

seek approval for specific programs. The commitment shown by Council since 2008 has

allowed the Committee to take real action towards reducing energy consumption in

municipal operations especially with the approval of funds in 2012 to complete

measures in the Energy Master Plan.

With their endorsement of this Energy Management Plan 2014 – 2019, Council will show

their continuing support in reducing energy consumption and the resulting greenhouse

gas emissions. This support of the work of the Committee will result in further programs

and measures to the betterment of the municipality. The Committee will continue to

keep Council aware of their work with regular updates as well as reports seeking specific

approvals.

Section 9 - Plan Administration The administration of this EMP will be the responsibility of the members of the Energy Management Committee who will be using this document as the basis for the work they will be completing over the next five years. In addition to the annual reporting of electricity, natural gas and heating oil consumption to the Ministry of Energy each spring, the Committee will undertake an annual review of the EMP and make any necessary revisions and updates. The annual review will be presented to Council for information and should there be any major programs to be undertaken or major changes to the document, appropriate recommendations will be made by staff.

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Upon formal endorsement of the Energy Management Plan by Council, it will be made

available, as required by the Green Energy Act Regulations, electronically on the

municipal website with a hard copy available in the Clerk’s Office for public review. The

Committee will also develop communications methods that will best keep all employees

informed of the EMP moving forward and will celebrate our energy conservation

successes in a way that will confirm to our residents that we are ever vigilant in

controlling energy consumption and costs in our municipal operations.

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Section 10 - Appendices

APPENDIX I – Current Energy Management Committee George Acorn, Chair Community Services Frank Wu Chief Administrator’s Office Curry Clifford Chief Administrator’s Office Ken Ferguson Community Services Marie Marano Corporate Services David Ferguson Corporate Services Catherine Carr Finance Adam Yarascavitch Finance Anne Greentree Clerks Fred Horvath Operations Lockie Longhurst Operations Rob Groen Operations Tim Welsh Operations Gord Weir Emergency & Fire Services Mark Berney Emergency & Fire Services Leslie Benson Engineering

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APPENDIX II – Municipal Buildings – Owned & Operated

Building Name Address Type of Facility Total

Area

(m2)

Built

1 Municipal Administrative Centre 40 Temperance Street

Bowmanville ON L1C 3A6

administrative

offices/Council

chambers/library

5946 1903

1988/2002

2 Garnet B Rickard Rec Complex 2440 Hwy #2

Bowmanville ON

twin pad arena,

community hall 8230 1988/1998

3 Courtice Community Centre 2950 Courtice Road

Courtice ON

indoor pool,

community hall,

fitness, library

4925 1997

4 South Courtice Community

Centre

1595 Prestonvale Road

Courtice ON

Twin pad arena, 7154 2003

5 Clarington Fitness Centre 49 Liberty Street

Bowmanville ON indoor pool, squash 1161 1981

6 Darlington Sports Centre 2276 Taunton Road

Bowmanville ON

Single pad arena 3057 1975

7 Bowmanville Indoor Soccer 2375 Baseline Road

Bowmanville ON

indoor soccer,

lacrosse bowl 2646 2005

8 Newcastle District Recreation

Complex

1780 Rudell Road

Newcastle ON

indoor pool,

gymnasium, program

rooms

5751 2008

9 Hampton Operations Centre 2320 Taunton Road

Bowmanville ON

administration,

fleet garage, yard 1376 1977/1985/1995

10 Orono Operations Centre 3585 Taunton Road

Orono ON

maintenance yard 476 1965

11 Yard 42 Operations Centre 178 Clarke Townline Road

Newtonville ON

maintenance yard 484 1997

12 Fire Station #1 2430 Hwy#2

Bowmanville ON

fire station &

headquarters 1115 1994

13 Fire Station #2 3333 Hwy#2

Newcastle ON

fire station 1152 2013

14 Fire Station #3 243 Main Street

Orono ON

fire station 636 1984

15 Fire Station #4 2611 Trulls Road

Courtice ON

fire station 836 2005

16 Fire Station #5 2354 Concession

Enniskillen ON

fire station 391 1990

17 Former Fire Station #2 247 King Street E

Newcastle ON

former fire station 636 1940’s

18 Animal Services 33 Lake Road

Bowmanville ON

animal services 542 1960’s

19 Building Maintenance 33 Lake Road

Bowmanville ON

maintenance 121 1960’s

20 Tourist Information Building 181 Liberty Street

Bowmanville ON

administrative offices 101 1995

21 Clarington Community Resource

Centre

132 Church Street

Bowmanville ON

community centre 1394 1967

22 Hampton Community Hall 5360 Old Scugog Road

Hampton ON L0B 1J0

community hall 284 1960

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APPENDIX III - Municipal Buildings – Board Operated

Building Name Address Type of Facility Built

1 Orono Arena &

Community Centre

2 Princess Street

Orono ON L0B 1M0

indoor ice rink

community centre 1979

2 Newcastle Arena 103 Caroline Street W

Newcastle ON L1B 1H1

indoor ice rink

community centre 1975

3 Visual Arts Centre 143 Simpson Avenue

Bowmanville ON

art gallery 1906

4 Sarah Jane Williams

Centre

62 Temperance Street

Bowmanville ON L1C 3A6

museum & archives 1965

5 Bowmanville Museum 62 Temperance Street

Bowmanville ON L1C 3A6

museum Mid

1800’s

6 Clark Museum &

Volunteer Bldg

7086 Old Kirby School Rd

Kirby ON

museum 1905 /

1996

7 Orono Library 127 Church Street

Orono ON L0B 1M0

library 1882

8 Newcastle Library 150 King Avenue E

Newcastle ON L1B 1L5

library 2009

9 Baseline Community

Hall

2444 Baseline Road

Bowmanville ON L1C 3K3

community hall 1985

10 Brownsdale

Community Hall

2226 Golf Course Road

Newcastle ON L1B 1L9

community hall 1957

11 Clarington Beech

Centre

26 Beech Avenue

Bowmanville ON L1C 3A2

community hall Mid

1800’s

12 Haydon Hall 2503 Concession Road 8

Haydon ON L1C 3K2

community hall Acquired

1961

13 Kendal Community

Centre

6742 Newtonville Road

Kendal ON L0A 1E0

community hall Acquired

1999

14 Memorial Park Club

House

120 Liberty Street S

Bowmanville ON L1C 2P4

community hall 1960’s

15 Newcastle

Community Hall

20 Kings Avenue W

Newcastle ON L1B 1H7

community hall 1922

16 Newtonville Hall 21 Church Street

Newtonville ON L0A 1J0

community hall Acquired

1965

17 Orono Town Hall 5315 Main Street

Orono ON L0B 1M0

community hall 1898

18 Solina Hall 1964 Concession Road 6

Solina ON L0B 1J0

community hall 1956

19 Tyrone Community

Centre

2716 Concession Road 7

Tyrone ON L1C 3K6

community hall 1976