August 2008 – Volume 2, Issue 8
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Dear readers,
Welcome to the August edition of the Energy Management e-newsletter.
This
month saw the release of the Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance’s
Energy Efficiency ‘Report Card.’ The CEEA’s report card comes out once
every two years, and this year I was fortunate enough to be part of the
review committee in the process.
The results were
very good this year, with a number of provinces making real headway in
creating energy efficiency initiatives that will help businesses and
individuals make a real difference in their energy use habits. Even
more encouraging is the fact that other provinces are gearing up to
make significant changes in the coming two years. Read the news item in
this issue to get a sense of the results. The September edition of Energy Management will include broader coverage of the Report Card, so stay tuned!
Energy Excellence 2008 (ENEX08), a new energy efficiency conference being launched in conjunction with Energy Management
Magazine, is fast approaching. The conference and trade show will take
place in Mississauga on September 23 and 24. Space is limited, so sign
up now! I look forward to meeting you there.
I appreciate your feedback on anything that appears here in our newsletter. Please don’t hesitate to contact me at rcolman@clbmedia.ca.
Regards,
Robert Colman Editor / Associate Publisher
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NEWS
ENEX08 fast approaching!
Energy
has been the top-of-mind issue for industry over the past few years,
and managing energy use is becoming even more critical as costs rise
and profit margins narrow. But getting the critical information your
business needs can be a challenge.
To help industry manage this challenge, the editors and publishers of Energy Management, Green Business and PEM Plant Engineering and Maintenance
magazines and Canada’s largest manufacturing consortium, Excellence in
Manufacturing Consortium (EMC) have joined forces to create Canada’s
leading energy management & efficiency conference and exhibition.
ENEX08 (Energy Excellence 2008) is an innovative learning and
networking conference and exhibition focused on world-class best
practices in energy management and efficiency. The inaugural ENEX event
is being held September 23 & 24, 2008 at Stage West Hotel &
Conference Centre in Mississauga, Ontario.
Full story: ENEX
Government of Canada invests in renewable energy in B.C.
The
Government of Canada is investing in renewable energy projects across
Canada, thanks to investments in seven projects through the ecoENERGY
for Renewable Power program. The first, the Kwalsa low-impact hydro
project, was announced this week.
Full story: Renewables
Federal Government drops on Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance Energy Efficiency 'Report Card'
On
August 12, the Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) released
their National Energy Efficiency Report Card and analysis of the
federal, provincial and territorial governments. While Ontario and B.C.
made big gains, the Federal government fell significantly in the
rankings.
Full story: CEEA
Dockside Green nabs highest LEED rating on record
Earlier
this summer, Dockside Green Residential Phase I in Victoria, B.C.
received the highest-scoring Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Design (LEED) Platinum certification on record. Dockside is the fourth
LEED Platinum Certified project designed by Perkins+Will, and the
firm's 29th LEED certified project.
Full story: Dockside
IBM launches ''Green Sigma'' consulting program
A
new IBM consulting offering can help clients lower their environmental
impact, increase efficiency and reduce costs by applying Lean Six Sigma
principles to energy and water usage throughout their operations.
Full story: IBM
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ENERGY EFFICIENT PRODUCTS |
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Fluke accessories catalogFluke
Electronics Canada has released a new catalog of Fluke accessories
that, according to the company, vastly expands the functionality and
value of Fluke test tools. Fluke accessories can turn a Fluke digital
multimeter into a thermometer, an amp-meter or even a pressure gauge. more...
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Russelectric automatic transfer switches For
600-volt class applications, Russelectric single-operator and
dual-operator automatic transfer switches are available in two-,
three-, or four-pole configurations for emergency/standby power
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CALENDAR
September 9-10
Atlantic Canada Power Summit
Delta Brunswick Hotel
Saint John, New Brunswick
Hear from energy experts what it takes to succeed in developing energy resources in the region.
www.insightinfo.com
September 15-16 / Workshops: September 17
Canadian Climate Change & Carbon Finance
Calgary, AB
INFONEX's Canadian Climate Change and Carbon Finance conference has
been designed for executives, in-house counsel, and lawyers charged
with environmental compliance. Get the information and tools you need
to navigate through regulatory and carbon market uncertainties. Hear
about what you should expect from Canadian and international policy
implementation. Learn how to create tradable carbon instruments, how to
structure carbon funds and renewable energy projects, and understand
the tax treatment of carbon credits. position your organization to
fulfill your reduction obligations on time and cost-effectively, while
meeting stakeholder expectations and your long-term economic objectives
- register today!
www.infonex.ca
September 22-23
Distributed Generation: Combined Heat and Power
Richard Ivey School of Business
Toronto, Ontario
This conference brings together key stakeholders to discuss the
opportunities, challenges and solutions that will impact the province's
effort to provide reliable, sustainable, cost-effective energy in the
future.
www.insightinfo.com
September 23-24
ENEX08
Stage West
Mississauga, Ont.
Energy Management
Magazine and our industry partner, the Excellence in Manufacturing
Consortium, are developing an energy management focused conference and
trade show aimed at helping manufacturers and building owners lower
energy costs and explore new energy efficient technology.
www.energyexcellence.ca
September 23-24
Energy Contracts
The Metropolitan Centre
Calgary, Alberta
This annual program is consistently popular with industry professionals
from large and medium-sized energy companies (and their consultants and
advisors), as it provides the tools and information they need to be
successful in negotiating and drafting a broad range of energy
contracts.
www.insightinfo.com
September 24-25
Pacific Canada Gas Forum
Four Seasons Hotel
Vancouver, B.C.
www.insightinfo.com
September 30-October 2
BOMEX 2008
Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre
Vancouver, B.C.
BOMA Canada's Annual National Conference and Exposition. This year's
theme, ''On the Road to Green and Gold'', highlights the importance of
BOMA Canada's Environmental Certification Program to the industry. With
environmental sustainability for commercial real estate on the
forefront of the agenda, this year's event promises to be the most
environmentally friendly BOMEX to date.
www.bomex.ca
October 6-8
Bioenergy: From Words to Action
CANBIO's Annual Bioenergy Conference, Trade Show and Study Tour
Ottawa, Canada
The largest bioenergy event in central Canada, this conference, run by
Canada's national bioenergy industry association, is the premier event
to network, develop new projects and do business.
www.canbio.ca
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