Integrated Solar Thermal Energy System Feasibility Study
Type of initiative
FCM Green Municipal Fund - Plans, Studies, Pilots
Sector
Energy
Project value$100,000
Project Type
Feasibility Study
Sub Sector
Building – New – with Renewable energy
Grant amount$50,000
Program type
GMF
Municipality
City of Markham, ON
Status
Fully Disbursed
Population
338,503
Project timeline
2006 - 2011
Project number
7268
Description
The Town of Markham will partner with Markham District Energy Incorporated and Times Group Corporation to examine the feasibility of implementing an integrated solar energy and aquifer thermal energy storage system for 350 units in two new condominium complexes planned for the City. This is the largest solar thermal-based domestic hot water and renewable energy technology project of its kind in Canada and implementation will result in an estimated reduction of 1,920 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions per year, compared to a conventional energy system. The project comprises the estimation of the expected building heating and cooling load; a hydrological/geological study to determine the suitability for underground thermal energy storage; a review of potential solar and integrated renewable energy technology options with examination of preferred options for potential implementation; determination of the appropriate Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEEDTM) Canada certification rating to seek for the new buildings; preparation of system conceptual design and budgetary cost; and development of an energy system business case.
Applicant
Town of Markham, ON