Rethinking Energy Conservation in Ontario – Results:Progress on Selected Initiatives

In November, 2010, the ECO released volume 2 of its Annual Report on the progress of activities in Ontario to reduce or make more efficient use of electricity, natural gas, propane, oil and transportation fuels. Click here for more information on this report, including videos and communications materials.
Executive Summary Introduction Conservation Program Evaluation	Government-Established Targets Council of the Federation Energy Efficiency Target Province-Wide Electricity Conservation Targets Targets for Smart Meters and Time-of-Use Electricity Prices Electricity Conservation Targets in Ontario Government Operations Transportation Fuels Standards Electric Vehicle Goal Education Sector Conservation Benchmarking	Progress on Selected Initiatives Ontario Power Authority Demand Response Programs Natural Gas Utility Conservation Programs MicroFIT Home Energy Savings Program (HESP) Ontario Solar Thermal Heating Incentive (OSTHI) Municipal Eco Challenge Fund (MECF) The OPS Green Transformation Strategy Green Commercial Vehicle Program

There are more than 100 conservation programs currently being delivered in Ontario by government agencies, ministries, non-governmental organizations and the private sector. These cover all sectors and fuels. Some focus on technology improvement, others on behavioural change and still others on education and awareness. Below is a review of progress on a selection of initiatives chosen to reflect the diversity of activities, fuels and sectors addressed.