Energy efficiency when building a new facility
Whatever business you're in, energy costs can account for a significant portion of your overhead costs. If you’re planning to build a new facility, FortisBC PowerSense can offer you expert advice as well as valuable rebates on energy efficient technologies and solutions to reduce energy consumption and costs.
Plan for energy efficiency from the start
PowerSense encourages developers to meet or exceed the technical guidelines of the BC Building Code for new buildings) by at least 25%. ASHRAE 90.1 (2004), the Energy Standard for Buildings except low-rise residential buildings, is the BC building code requirement. If your building is going for LEED certification, the energy consumption baseline is ASHRAE 90.1 (2007).
PowerSense rebates for new commercial buildings
Financial assistance is available when building new facilities. Your PowerSense technical advisor can provide a free initial assessment of the building design and its level of energy efficiency. If a more detailed energy assessment is required, additional financial assistance may be available.
Rebates are available on the incremental cost of energy saving measures incorporated into the building design and equipment selection. The PowerSense rebate for commercial buildings is based on 9¢ per estimated annual kW.h savings, with the maximum rebate calculated to achieve a two-year payback on incremental cost.
Questions?
Work with a PowerSense technical advisor when you are in the pre-design or design phase of your building to ensure that you are making the best choices for your building at the start of the project. Call 1-866-436-7847 or email powersense@fortisbc.com
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