New Energy Star for Industry Program

Energy Star

 

Aug 22, 2017

Improving energy efficiency contributes first-hand to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, improving industrial competitiveness and increasing profitability, and is an important part of Canada’s national approach to address climate change.

At the Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, launched the new ENERGY STAR for Industry program. The program is an expansion of the existing ENERGY STAR Canada program that will see Canadian industry contribute more to the transition to a low-carbon and clean-growth economy.

Canada’s industrial sector contributes approximately 37 percent of the country’s GHG emissions. ENERGY STAR for Industry will improve energy efficiency in Canada’s industrial sector by helping facilities track, analyze and reduce their energy consumption. These actions will help industrial facilities reduce their operating costs and improve competitiveness.

ENERGY STAR for Industry certification provides energy performance indicators (EPI) that can be used to benchmark industrial facilities’ energy performance. The Integrated Steel Mill EPI is the first to be available in Canada. Additional EPIs are being developed to expand ENERGY STAR for Industry certification to include commercial baking, automotive assembly and cement and fertilizer manufacturing in Canada.

“ENERGY STAR for Industry will help Canadian industrial facilities reduce energy use and save money, helping Canada meet its commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.”

Jim Carr
Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources

New Brunswick industries see the value in improving their energy efficiency to help them compete and thrive in the marketplace. When industries reduce their consumption, they cut costs allowing them to be more competitive, make new investments and create jobs right here in New Brunswick.”

Rick Doucet
New Brunswick’s Minister of Energy and Resource Development

“Energy efficiency is key to a clean and prosperous Canadian economy. The CSPA is proud of the work of its members in helping to bring ENERGY STAR for Industry to Canada.”

Joseph Galimberti
President of the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA)

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