Greenhouse Gas Reduction Pathway Feasibility Study
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The building portfolio for this project includes the following facilities:
W. C. O’Neill Arena Complex
Town Hall
Ross Museum
Charlotte County Courthouse
Ross Memorial Library
Fire Hall
Public Works Garage
Community Youth Activity Centre
Water Treatment Facility, and
Wastewater Treatment Facility.
The Town of St. Andrews (the Town) commissioned a GHG Reduction Pathway Feasibility Study to assess the potential for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across ten municipal buildings. The study follows the Green Municipal Fund (GMF) GHG Reduction Pathway Feasibility Study Guidance Document authored by FCM and includes a walk-through analysis of each facility’s existing systems, energy consumption patterns, and operational elements to identify areas for improvement. The report outlines three GHG reduction pathways: A minimum performance scenario which includes a 10-year plan for a 50% reduction, a 20-year plan for an 80% reduction, and an Aggressive Decarbonization Performance Scenario. The focus is on cost-effective measures in the short term, with more extensive retrofits planned for the long term. Some of the main recommendations that contribute to high savings is the installation of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) on pump motors at the Water Treatment Plant, which results in annual electricity savings of approximately 274,690 kWh. Another significant recommendation is the upgrade of lagoon blowers to premium efficiency motors and VFD at the Wastewater Treatment Plant, which results in annual electricity savings of 74,478 kWh. The installation of a roof-mounted photovoltaic system at the W.C. O’Neill Arena Complex is also a major recommendation, with a high construction cost but an annual electricity savings of 193,700 kWh.
Hemlock Knoll Land Fill Drone Tour
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The Saint Andrews Environmental Advisory Committee was formed in December of 2020 as a result of the Saint Andrews Adaptation Plan, A Community Based Climate Adaptation Plan (2019). We meet on a monthly basis to generate recommendations to Council on environmental matters and to support positive environmental management practices and policies. This year, the committee is focusing on:
1. Composting
2. Energy usage & greenhouse gas emissions
3. Green spaces
The Environmental Advisory Committee will work to champion local actions to address community environmental concerns and pertinent environmental issues. The Committee will provide a forum for members of the public to express concerns and discuss policies, regulations, and other protocols in relation to environmental sustainability, management, and conversations to contribute to the overall quality of life.
Please contact Paul Nopper, Clerk – Senior Administrator at 506-529-5120 or pnopper@townofstandrews.ca for more information.
The Town of Saint Andrews is a proud supporter of the Quest Canada Smart Energy Supporter’s program Quest Canada assists innovators and leading organizations to work together to advance innovative, pro-competitive energy initiatives and solutions aligned with Canada’s net-zero targets.
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The Partners for Climate Protection (PCP) program is a national network of over 400 municipalities with the shared goal of taking action against climate change and reducing local greenhouse gas emissions. In order to provide more effective and dedicated support to PCP members across Canada, PCP has launched a new website offering tools, case studies and other resources that can help municipalities of all sizes meet their climate goals.
The Town of Saint Andrews has received the following milestones:
