1. EnviroCentre
May 31st, 2017

2. Residential Energy Programs
From the Beginning

3. 1999 – 2012 Energuide for Houses and EcoEnergy
Registered Service Organization for NRCan
Utilized a pool of 30 local Certified Energy Advisors
Delivered assessment to over 26,000 residents in Eastern Ontario
Educated and informed home owners on energy use and upgrade opportunities in their homes
Provided access to up to $15,000 in rebates for energy efficient upgrades

4. 1999 – 2012 Energuide for Houses and EcoEnergy

5. 2010 – Present OPA/IESO – Home Assistance Program
Program offered by Local Electric Distribution Companies
Free program for low-income residents of Ontario
Provides energy efficient products, from lightbulbs to appliances
Can also include insulation upgrades to basements, walls and attics
Reduces energy consumption, increases home comfort and reduces utility bills
Open to both homeowners and renters

6. 2008 – Present Utility Funded Free Home Weatherization Program
Program offered by Enbridge Gas and Union Gas
Free to low-income residents of Ontario
Provides insulation upgrades to basements, walls and attics
Reduces energy consumption, increases home comfort and reduces utility bills
Open to both homeowners and renters

7. Low-Income Programs What EnviroCentre Does:
Outreach / Marketing
Client Intake and screening
Document verification
Status updates
Energy assessments
File review and creation (H2K)
WP creation
Management of sub-contractors
Tracking and reporting
QA and technical support

8. NEW Programs!!! Union Gas Home Reno Rebate
Enbridge Gas Home Energy Conservation Program
IESO Whole Home Pilot Project
EnviroCentre is currently delivering these programs
Over 3500 Social Housing Units

9. NEW Programs – How they work
Energy Assessment before and after required
Resident implements energy efficient upgrades
Utilities issue rebates
Rebates vary by utility
Union – up to $5000
Enbridge – up to $1600
Minimum of 2 measures must be completed
May heat with Gas, Wood, Oil or Propane
IESO Whole Home Pilot
Now allows electrically heated homes to participate in current programs
Also offers rebates for appliances, including, fridges, freezers, dehumidifiers and washing machines
Over 3500 Social Housing Units