ALLIANCE’S GRADING CRITERIA
Grades were assigned to each category and
combined to arrive at the overall grade. Grades
were assigned according to the standard grading
system presented in the adjacent table.
Grade Point Comment
4.0 Exceeding expectations
A
3.0 Progressing well in most areas
B
C
2.0 Meeting basic expectations but room for improvement
D
1.0 Needs improvement
F
<1.0 Failing to meet basic energy efficiency requirements
In 1999, the Alliance graded governments on 9 individual
criteria. In 2000 the number of criteria grew to 16. In the past
two years, we attempted to both streamline the criteria while
incorporating some new measures:
1. Programs and Public Outreach
2. Energy Efficiency Act
3. Building Codes
4. Innovative New Programs
5. In-House Programs
6. Regulation of energy markets
7. Climate Change and VCR Reporting
8. Related Policy Developments
9. Access to Government Information
10. Performance and Evaluation
ABOUT US
The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance is a broadly based
not-for-profit organization. It is the leading non-government,
energy efficiency advocate in Canada. The Alliance was
established in 1995 to respond to the lack of a coordinated multistakeholder effort to promote energy efficiency in Canada, in
order to enhance competitiveness and protect the environment.
The Alliance works in partnership with manufacturers, utilities,
governments, builders, labour, consumer groups and
environmental organizations to facilitate the adoption of energy
efficiency measures in Canada. The Alliance is supported
through fees and project contributions from our members.
For more information on the Canada Energy Efficiency Alliance
please contact us at:
Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance
1216 Yonge Street, Suite 201
Toronto, Ontario CANADA
Tel: (416) 922-9038
Fax: (416) 922-1028
Email: alliance@energyefficiency.org
www.energyefficiency.org
CRITERIA FOR YEAR FIVE
Year five will include the above criteria and
may also provide a more detailed review of
utility efforts in each jurisdiction. Like this
year, it is also expected that the Alliance will
“raise the bar” on some of its expectations with
respect to the various criteria. We hope to
encourage and support even greater efforts
from the governments.
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ON ENERGY EFFICIENCY
www.energyefficiency.org
4TH ANNUAL REPORT CARD ON GOVERNMENT ACTIVITIES
Introduction To Year Four
This is the fourth national Report Card on Energy Efficiency produced by the Canadian Energy Efficiency
Alliance. The objective of the Report Card is to identify government commitments to energy efficiency and to
raise the awareness and importance of providing the necessary mechanisms that support energy efficiency in the
marketplace.
The adoption of widespread energy conservation measures is particularly critical as Canadians are facing a
number of emerging situations, including:
? Canada’s recent Kyoto commitments to reduce its national greenhouse gases to combat climate change
? National and international energy supply uncertainties
? The potential for increasing energy prices in deregulated markets
OUR MEMBERS
BC Hydro
Enbridge Gas Distribution
Hydro-Québec
Ontario Power Generation Inc.
Owens-Corning Canada
Manitoba Hydro
Toronto Hydro
Union Gas
Yukon Development Corporation
Access Capital
Awad & Singer
BC Gas
Building & Construction Trades Council
Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA)
Canadian Institute for Energy Training (CIET)
Canadian Urethane Foam Contractors Association Inc. (CUFCA)
Dow Chemical Canada Inc.
EnerPlan Consultants
Eneract
Finet-Saksniit
Fraser & Associates
Gaz Métropolitan
Johns Manville Canada Inc.
Lio & Associates
Margaree Consultants
Markham District Energy
Milton Hydro
National Energy Conservation Association (NECA)
OZZ Corporation
Seneca College
Toromont Energy
Veridian Corporation
Consumers' Association of Canada
Consumers Council of Canada
Independent Power Producers’ Society of Ontario (IPPSO)
L'Association québecoise pour la maitrise de l'énergie (AQME)
Pembina Institute
Pollution Probe
Service Canada Inc.
ECD Environment Canada Inc.
Thank You
The Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance wishes to thank the EJLB Foundation for their
generous funding support for this year's Report Card. As well, a huge note of thanks to the
individuals in the various governments and utilities for their efforts in providing materials
and assistance required to complete the Report Card. Thanks also to our regional
representatives for their insightful contributions.
© 2002 Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance. All rights reserved.
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Energy Efficiency Alliance
Expectations
Changes for Year Four
Governments must make energy conservation a
priority by positioning energy efficiency within their
mandates.
The benefits of increasing energy
efficiency have been well proven: it lowers energy
bills, generates investments in infrastructure, creates
jobs, contributes to long-term sustainability and
yields significant public health and environmental
benefits by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, smog
pollutants, acid rain and toxic emissions.
Year Four sees a broadening of the scope of the Report
Card to include an assessment of the role of utilities in
the promotion of energy efficiency. Crown utilities and
local distribution utilities were surveyed to determine
their levels of activity in support of energy efficiency
efforts. The utility survey results were combined with
the provincial government results to develop a rating
which reflects a “holistic” grade for each province. The
grade recognizes that some governments defer to the
Crown utilities for the promotion and delivery of energy
efficiency programs. It does not mean however, that
governments are off the hook if they do defer to utilities.
Government still has a critical role to play and that role
represents the majority of each jurisdiction’s grade.
Purpose of the Report Card
Year 4 also accommodates the inclusion of an analysis
of the regulatory infrastructure in each province which
may or may not promote energy efficiency. Finally, this
year sees two new categories; the first aimed at
identifying innovative approaches to delivering energy
efficiency and the second focused on policies and
procedures complementary to energy efficiency. These
new categories “raise the bar” on expected activities for
governments.
The purpose of the Report Card is clear. We are all graded
every day at work, in academia, even at play. Specific
levels of competency and ability to perform represent the
cornerstones of grading.
The Alliance is grading
governments on their ability to provide the necessary
instruments for governments, industry, utilities and
consumers to make wise choices about energy efficiency.
Adopting regulations, codes and standards and increasing
public awareness and access to information are critical
elements for energy efficiency to become an integrated
part of decision-making.
C A N A D I A N
Energy Efficiency Alliance
WHAT GOVERNMENTS CAN DO!
OUR REPORT FOR 2002
TEN FEATURES OF AN ENERGY EFFICIENCY LEADER
Governments have an important role to play in making energy efficiency happen. The Alliance has identified ten
categories for examining the activities of governments. Within each category the Alliance has established scoring
criteria for rating the various activities. The ten categories are as follows:
Minimum Standards and
Regulations
1. Building Codes.
Jurisdictions that have in place, or
reference, an enforceable building
code that specifies minimum
energy performance requirements
for all new (residential and
commercial) buildings receive
highest marks. Improvements to
the energy efficiency performance
requirements for buildings must
be reviewed on a regular basis
with the goal of raising minimum
standards. Standards must be at
levels equivalent to or more
efficient than the Model National
Energy Code for Buildings and/or
ASHRAE 90.1.
2. Energy Efficiency Act.
Jurisdictions that have in place or
are subject to legislation that
mandates minimum energy
efficiency standards for
equipment and appliances sold in
that jurisdiction receive highest
marks. Further, jurisdictions that
offer building and equipment
labeling programs that identify or
reward the top performing
products receive highest marks.
3. Regulatory Infrastructure.
The regulatory environment
affects the likelihood of utilities
engaging in energy efficiency
efforts. Jurisdictions that have
regulated mechanisms to support
energy efficiency activities by
utilities receive highest marks.
Supporting the Energy
Efficiency Market Place
4. Programs and Public Outreach.
Jurisdictions that are proactive in
support of education or information
transfer receive highest marks.
Jurisdictions that offer financial
support packages in the form of low
interest loans, loan guarantees, lines
of credit for investments, or direct
incentives for energy efficiency
upgrades receive highest marks.
5. In-house Programs.
Government must lead by example
and those jurisdictions that have in
place a program to improve the
energy efficiency of their own
buildings and operations receive
highest marks.
6. Innovative New Programs.
Governments are expected to look
for continuous improvements in
their operations. Jurisdictions that
are attempting new ways to engage
the marketplace, or are operating
unique energy efficiency programs
receive higher marks.
This report does not in any way
mean to imply that governments
are the only, or even primary,
source of energy efficiency in
Canada. In fact, corporations and
individuals invest far more in
energy efficiency in Canada than
do governments. However,
governments play a critical role in
setting standards, supporting
training, facilitating energy
efficiency choices through
information and regulating energy
efficiency in utilities.
Government Leadership
7. Performance and Evaluation.
Jurisdictions that have in place a
monitoring, reporting and
evaluation program that provides
regular, public reporting on progress
toward achieving energy efficiency
and emission reduction targets
receive highest marks.
8. Climate Change and VCR
Reporting.
Governments are expected to show
the way on climate change by, in the
minimum, reporting to the Voluntary
Change Registry.
9. Related Policy Developments.
Energy efficiency typically is
complemented by related efforts by
governments. Provincial support for
municipal governments getting
involved in reducing demand
through urban planning and new
design approaches represents a very
positive approach. Governments
that are actively promoting green
power and renewables or who have
made strong commitments to
combating climate change also
deserve recognition.
10. Access to Government
Information.
Jurisdictions that have dedicated
resources, including web-sites or
hubs intended to disseminate
information regarding energy
efficiency based technologies,
services and activities receive
highest marks.
A number of energy related projects have been
funded through the Environmental Trust Fund
including the N.B. Climate Change Public
Education and Outreach Hub. In sum, the
New Brunswick government continues its
positive commitment to support energy
efficiency initiatives on a number of fronts.
The New Brunswick Power Corporation
offers information and tips on effective
electricity use for its customers, however
broader scale customer based energy
efficiency activities have not been
undertaken. With the introduction of natural
gas in the province, the government should
attempt to ensure that it establishes a level
playing field that supports full access to both
energy efficiency programs and fuel choice.
Northwest Territories
www.gov.nt.ca
The government of the Northwest Territories
continues its impressive commitment to
energy efficiency established over the past
few years. In January 2001, the Climate
Change Centre was opened and is operating
out of the Arctic Energy Alliance's offices. It
was set up primarily to co-ordinate, liaison
and monitor the NWT Climate Change Public
Education and Outreach Initiatives. In its first
15 months, the Centre has focused on public
education and outreach and has delivered a
number of successful programs.
The Energy Conservation Program continues
to provide grants to territorial and community
funded departments, non-profit organizations
boards and agencies. The grants support
projects which reduce the energy and water
use. In the past 18 months, 26 projects have
been undertaken resulting in over 1,300
tonnes of C02 savings. The government has
also targeted its own facilities through a
“House in Order” program which has already
resulted in 11 projects delivered.
The Northwest Territories Power Corporation
recently completed a major planning exercise
wherein a number of activities related to
energy efficiency, waste heat recovery,
renewable energy (wind generation) are
specifically identified for further efforts.
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Energy Efficiency Alliance
The Alliance encourages the government of
the Northwest Territories to further support
the initiatives of the utility through regulatory
infrastructure measures.
the potential impacts to the territory from
climate change and is currently establishing a
strategy to address those impacts. The
Alliance expects to see energy efficiency
activities as part of the strategy.
Yukon
www.gov.yk.ca
This year the Assistant Deputy Minister of
Corporate Policy again issued a special report
to the Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance
on their progress regarding energy efficiency
for 2001-2002. The Report details new and
existing programs and identifies their
expenditures, energy savings and third party
investments. New or expanded programs
include the Commercial Energy Management
Program, House Calls Program, First Nations
Energy Management Service, Green Building
Design Initiative and the Energy Efficiency
Appliance Initiative. Continued support of
internal energy efficiency projects and new
training for builders and developers means
that the Yukon has government supported
programs that cover all the bases.
Through its integrative and partnership
approach to energy efficiency, the Yukon
continues to lead by example. With close
relationships with the Yukon Housing
Corporation, Yukon Electrical Company, the
Yukon Development Corp and Yukon Energy
and the establishment of the Northern Climate
Exchange (2000) and the Energy Solutions
Centre (March 2001), the Yukon government
has all the major players involved in creating
opportunities for energy efficiency and
emissions reductions. Through its Green
Power Initiative and Community Wind
Resource Assessment Program, the Yukon is
ensuring that energy supply is also considered
in the drive to create a greener environment.
Once again, the Yukon receives highest marks
for its efforts.
Nunavut
www.gov.nu.ca
Because of its unique position as brand new
territory, Nunavut is only just embarking on
the creation of its government infrastructure.
The Alliance had intended on grading
Nunavut as part of this year's Report Card,
however there have not been specific energy
efficiency initiatives undertaken as yet by the
new government, so a rating of activities is
premature. The government has recognized
Federal Government
www.oee.nrcan.gc.ca
With the expanded view of this year's Report
Card, it is understood that certain activities are
out of the scope of what the federal
government can deliver. This is particularly
the case for regulatory infrastructure as it
relates to energy efficiency. That said, the
federal government does have an important
role to play and indeed is responsible for a
number of energy efficiency efforts through
its climate change agenda. With the recent
affirmation of the government's commitment
to the Kyoto protocol, Ottawa is taking a key
role in the promotion of energy efficiency. As
a result of Canada's climate change focus, the
Climate Change Action Fund (CCAF) was
renewed for an additional three years, and
budgets have been expanded at Natural
Resources Canada and Environment Canada,
the two Departments taking leadership roles.
The 2000 federal budget announced the
creation of three new funds that are managed
by external parties. These funds are the Green
Municipal Enabling Fund ($25 million over 5
years), Green Municipal Investment Fund
($100 million revolving fund) and the
Sustainable Development technology Fund
($100 million). These Funds are now fully
operational and are currently funding new
initiatives toward reducing emissions
reductions through energy efficiency,
infrastructure improvements and renewable
energy.
Education and public awareness is again
aggressively targeted within the Office of
Energy Efficiency (OEE) through the
operation of a number of outreach hubs. The
OEE also operates a number of programs,
including financing programs, aimed at
promoting energy efficiency for households
and industry. Notable examples include the
Commercial Building Incentive Program,
Energy Innovators, and the Federal Buildings
Incentive program. The Alliance recognizes
the strong efforts of the federal government
and supports the government's use of energy
efficiency as one of the key tools for
addressing climate change.
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at natural gas customers. The Alliance also
encourages the government of Manitoba to
put into place the regulatory mechanisms that
will support and further promote the
initiatives of the utility.
Ontario
www.est.gov.on.ca
With electricity market opening in May, 2002,
the provincial government successfully
delivered on a major commitment aimed at
promoting competition in the electricity
market. Ontario continues to play a leadership
role in developing new energy efficiency
standards in the province and the number of
products regulated for minimum energy
efficiency levels exceeds all other
jurisdictions. The government is continuing
with a number of energy efficiency based
communications efforts through its web-site,
however, given the size of the province, more
“hands-on” activities should be considered.
Regulation promoting energy efficiency in the
natural gas industry has been very effective in
supporting Ontario's two major gas utilities
Union Gas Ltd. and Enbridge in their energy
efficiency efforts. The government recently
confirmed its support with the Ontario Energy
Board (OEB) for similar regulatory
mechanisms for electric utilities in the
province. The Alliance hopes that the OEB
will take the same enlightened approach to
regulating electric utilities as it has for natural
gas utilities.
Québec
www.aee.gouv.qc.ca
The Agence de l'efficacité énergétique du
Québec is again leading the way in promoting
energy efficiency in the province. With over
$10 Million allocated for program delivery
alone, the Agence has launched programs in
the residential, commercial and institution
sectors with tough targets and assigned
budgets. These programs have already
resulted in significant energy and emissions
reductions which have been reported through
a detailed evaluation and reporting regime.
The Agence also continues to see the
importance of regulating products by
continually expanding the categories under
their 1992 Loi sur l'efficacité énergétique
d'appareils fonctionnant à l'électricité et aux
hydrocarbures. Mandatory adoption of the
Model National Energy Code for Buildings
for municipalities ensures that all new
buildings are meeting conservation standards.
Through the support from the provincial
Regulator la Régie de l'énergie, the two
natural gas distributors and Hydro Québec all
offer DSM programs aimed at promoting cost
effective energy efficiency for their
customers. These programs are subject to
rigourous planning and evaluation
assessments and are proving to be very
effective mechanisms for promoting energy
efficiency. In sum, the province of Québec is
doing an exemplary job of ensuring that its
citizens and industry have easy access to
energy efficiency opportunities.
Electric also offers customers seminars on
energy efficient technologies and utility bill
management. The P.E.I. Energy Corporation
completed construction of the 5.28 MW Wind
Farm at the Atlantic Wind Test Site which is
now supplying 4% of PEI's electricity needs.
The Alliance is pleased to learn that the sale of
green power through Maritime Electric has
been fully subscribed.
Nova Scotia
Newfoundland and
Labrador
www.gov.nf.ca
As in the past, the Newfoundland and
Labrador government's energy efficiency
efforts are almost exclusively focused on their
own operations.
Using an energy
performance contracting approach, the
Department of Works, Services &
Transportation has successfully retrofitted
more than 600 of its owned or occupied
buildings. Approximately 50% of large
buildings have already undergone extensive
retrofits with improvements of approximately
20% and projected annual savings of
$600,000. These positive results need to be
expanded to the rest of the economy.
Newfoundland Power does offer information
and assistance for customers considering
energy efficiency purchases and installations,
including up to $10,000 for construction of R2000 certified homes. The Alliance
encourages the government of Newfoundland
and Labrador to put into place the regulatory
mechanisms that will support and further
promote the initiatives of the utility.
Prince Edward Island
www.gov.ns.ca
This year saw the creation of a new
Department of Energy in Nova Scotia,
comprising the former Energy Utilization
section of the Department of Natural
Resources and the Petroleum Directorate. The
Department will oversee the introduction of a
new energy strategy which will include
specific actions related to the introduction of a
competitive electricity marketplace and
measures to promote energy efficiency,
emissions reductions and environmental
stewardship. Nova Scotia is also providing
significant financial support for the Nova
Scotia Climate Change Centre, a public
education and outreach hub hosted by Clean
Nova Scotia.
Regulations and requirements for new
buildings are again a strong feature of Nova
Scotia's support for energy efficiency. During
2001-2002, all seven new design/build
schools in Nova Scotia met or exceeded the
Commercial Buildings Incentive Program
minimum requirements (25% more efficient
than MNECB) and one new school met the C2000 standard. These are very impressive
results. With its success, the government
continues to raise the bar with respect to new
public building energy performance targets.
www.gov.pe.ca
Prince Edward Island continues to run its
$MART Energy Management Program which
is designed to assist manufacturers through
training and on-site energy analysis followed
by a comprehensive report from the
government. Last year, the PEI Department
of Development and Technology, Energy and
Minerals Section introduced the $MART
Energy Management and Comfort Plus
information platforms designed to assist
businesses and residences in performing
energy analyses of their facilities. The two
electric utilities on the island are assisting in
the deployment of these platforms. Maritime
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Energy Efficiency Alliance
New Brunswick
www.gov.nb.ca
The New Brunswick government recently
completed its Climate Change Action Plan
discussion paper which is currently being
reviewed through a series of public
consultations. As well, the Market Design
Committee on electricity released its report in
April, 2002. Included in the Report are several
recommendations that should have a positive
impact on energy efficiency. The Provincial
Buildings Initiative (PBI) and Destination
Conservation continue to be amongst the best
in Canada and have resulted in significant
reductions in electricity and oil use.
OUR REPORT FOR 2002
GENERAL OBSERVATIONS FOR YEAR FOUR
Each year, the Alliance gathers more detailed information about each of the jurisdictions and has made a number of
overall observations:
The Alliance was particularly impressed with the level of detailed information provided by many
government representatives again this year. Special reports and detailed worksheets based on the
Alliance's Criteria made assessment and grading of government activities easier to assign.
ACCESS TO
INFORMATION
The VCR is Canada's voluntary program to take actions that limit or reduce net greenhouse gas emissions.
Since 1995, governments have been requested to submit a Plan of Action to identify how they will reduce their
greenhouse gas footprint, followed by an annual Progress Report. With notable exceptions, governments have
been slow to meet the voluntary requirements of filing action plans. While five governments did submit VCR
reports this year, most governments indicate that they have developed their own internal reporting requirements
that supercede those of the VCR. This particular measure may not be as relevant as initially expected.
VCR
REPORTING
The role of Crown and local distributing utilities is very important for the delivery of energy efficiency programs.
Jurisdictions that have Crown utilities that deliver energy efficiency programs such as B.C., Saskatchewan and
Manitoba are seeing very significant up-take of programs. Jurisdictions such as Quebec and Ontario that have
regulatory mechanisms that promote energy efficiency activities by distributing companies are seeing highly
successful programs delivered by those companies. The Alliance supports and encourages governments that create an
atmosphere where both Crown and distribution utilities can undertake energy efficiency activities.
ROLE OF
UTILITIES
WHAT ARE JURISDICTIONS REALLY DOING?
British Columbia
www.gov.bc.ca
British Columbia showed considerable
progress in energy efficiency activities over
the first three Report Cards, and was the most
improved jurisdiction last year. With a strong
commitment to regulating energy efficiency
through the provincial Energy Efficiency Act
and the BC Building Code, the province hopes
to ensure that the positive impacts of the codes
continues. The Alliance notes however that
funding for staff and program capacity has
been decreased this year, which has meant that
cancellation of some very worthwhile
programs. Counterbalancing the reduction in
government investments is the build-up of
energy efficiency based activities at BC
Hydro. In the last fiscal year, BC Hydro
invested $31 Million in Power SmartTM
initiatives producing 140 GWh of savings
annually. This represents a significant
commitment towards long-term sustainability
for the province and more than makes up for
the decreases in government funding.
Plan for Action”, which is intended to support
energy conservation initiatives in the province
focusing on a number of key elements related
to electricity use and generation. Alberta
continues its excellent record on VCR
reporting and commitments, having reduced
its GHG emissions to 22% below 1990 levels.
The government also assisted in establishing a
new Energy Efficiency Office within Climate
Change Central to act as a focal point for webbased energy efficiency information and
support. The government is supporting
municipalities in the development of
community action plans on climate change.
As many of these efforts are new, it is
premature to predict eventual outcomes,
however these developments represent a
positive step towards increased energy
efficiency. Alberta should also consider
cementing energy efficiency gains through an
Energy Efficiency Act. The Alliance
encourages Alberta to also put in place
mechanisms that facilitate local utilities to
promote energy efficiency.
Saskatchewan
Alberta
www.gov.sk.ca
www.gov.ab.ca
The Alberta government is operating a
number of initiatives under the banner of
climate change. The government has recently
developed a new “Climate Change
The Alliance is pleased to see that
Saskatchewan has created an Energy
Conservation Office whose mandate is to
support and deliver energy conservation
programs on behalf of the government. The
Office has only recently been established, so
no results are available. However, this
represents a significant change in direction for
the province and recognition is well-deserved.
SaskPower offers energy efficiency services
to customers through a small number of
programs. Of these, the Energy Solutions
Energy Performance Contracting appears to
be particularly successful effort. However
without a regulatory environment that
encourages these investments by utilities, the
program offerings are likely to remain
somewhat limited.
Manitoba
www.gov.mb.ca
The Manitoba government recently
undertook a major re-organization of its
Conservation Department, resulting in a
diminishment of energy efficiency services
offerings from the government. This reorganization however, also resulted in a much
stronger commitment to energy efficiency at
Manitoba Hydro, who is responsible for
delivering both natural gas and electricity
based energy efficiency programs in the
province on behalf of the government.
Manitoba Hydro continues to have very
positive results through the Power SmartTM
programs and through its on-going support of
provincial and national energy efficiency
codes and standards. The Alliance hopes to
see similar efforts aimed
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Jurisdiction
Commentary
2002
Grade
2001
Grade
2000
Grade
1999
Grade
BC-
Congratulations Québec! Once again Québec both improves its score and leads the way to greater energy efficiency. Through the significant allocation of public resources
to support programs, codes and standards and a regulatory framework which encourages utilities to also deliver energy efficiency, Québec is a leader in Canada.
A
Congratulations Yukon! For the third year in a row, Yukon receives highest marks for building relationships with partners and the delivery of effective energy efficiency
programs. The menu of programs continues to grow and the commitment to greater energy efficiency and a greener environment is strongly entrenched in government
policy.
A
A- B+
A- A-
The Federal government has been a consistent leader in funding and supporting energy efficiency. With the affirmation of Canada's Kyoto commitment, the federal
government also increased its funding to national programs to deliver energy efficiency based solutions for climate change and enters the top rung of Canada's energy
efficiency leaders.
A-
B+
B
B+
Northwest
Territories
The Northwest Territories has seen positive improvements in its grade every year, signaling a stronger interest and commitment to energy efficiency. Major launches of
new initiatives including the “Climate Change Centre” means that the Northwest Territories is serious about its energy efficiency activities. Congratulations Northwest
Territories!
A-
B+
C+
C
British
Columbia
British Columbia has transferred much of the responsibility for energy efficiency to the utilities. The commitment to regulating energy efficiency and the use of codes
and standards remains strong. Very effective programs delivered by the various utilities, notably BC Hydro and West Kootenay Power outweigh the reduction in
government activity leading to the improved grade.
B+
B-
D-
Additional funding for supporting actions identified in the climate change strategy have resulted in increases in funding for activities. Aggressive energy efficiency
requirements for new public buildings mean long-term sustainable building practices resulting in a higher grade for Nova Scotia.
B
B-
CC
C+
New Brunswick's Provincial Building Initiative and Destination Conservation continue with very positive results. The government continues to fund a portfolio of
programs established in the past and will be undertaking more programs as part of a new climate change plan. Local utilities also need to be encouraged to offer energy
efficiency based alternatives to customers.
B
B
B-
B
Québec
Yukon
Federal
Government
Nova Scotia
New Brunswick
Manitoba
Manitoba maintains its commitment to minimum building standards for housing. A major re-organization has meant a decrease in activities by the government with a
corresponding increase by Manitoba Hydro. This is likely to have a positive affect on energy efficiency in the province as Manitoba Hydro has a long history of effective
DSM capability.
Alberta
Alberta again does well in its commitment to meet GHG emissions reductions identified in the VCR Progress Report. It has developed an energy efficiency plan as part of
its “Climate Change Plan for Action” and is working with municipalities to deliver energy efficiency solutions on a variety of fronts. Positive steps for Alberta.
Ontario
A strong Energy Efficiency Act represents the cornerstone of activities in Ontario. The government offers limited outreach activities, however given the province's
massive energy consumption, many opportunities for cost-effective energy savings remain. Regulation supporting energy efficiency delivered by the natural gas utilities
has been very positive and a similar approach for electric utilities is needed.
Prince Edward
Island
Prince Edward Island continues to rely on the $MART Energy Management Program for energy efficiency outreach. The government needs to consider building on this
initiative to offer broader scale energy efficiency initiatives.
Newfoundland
& Labrador
The government's efforts continue to focus almost exclusively on its own facilities. Positive results from these efforts have not been expanded to the rest of the economy.
Newfoundland and Labrador is slowly falling behind the other jurisdictions.
Saskatchewan
The combination of the creation of an Energy Conservation Office and a number of energy efficiency efforts undertaken by Saskatchewan Power results in an
improvement in Saskatchewan's score. Recent moves signal a positive change in direction for Saskatchewan and we look forward to future details.
Nunavut
The government of Nunavut has recognized the potential impacts to the territory from climate change and is currently establishing a strategy to address those
impacts. The Alliance expects to see energy efficiency activities as part of the strategy next year.
B- C- C+ C+
C+ CD
C
C C+ C
C
D
C- D
C
D D+ C C+
D
F
F DN/A N/A N/A N/A