Energy-Efficient Renovation of the Saint-Valérien Community Centre
Type of initiative
FCM Green Municipal Fund - Capital Project
Sector
Energy
Project value$2,463,200
Project Type
Capital Project
Sub Sector
Building – Existing – Energy efficiency
Grant amount$179,142
Program type
GMF
Municipality
Municipalité de Saint-Valérien, QC
Loan amount$1,791,418
Status
Fully Disbursed
Population
906
Project timeline
2013 - 2018
Project number
13128
Description
The Municipality of Saint-Valérien will undertake an energy-efficient renovation of its Community Centre (CCSTV), a former church in the heart of the municipality. The CCSTV will be renovated according to the principles of sustainable development. By replacing its oil heating system with a biomass heating system and ECORAD technology, improved insulation of the building envelope and Energy Star certified equipment, the project aims to achieve a reduction in energy consumption of 98% (833.8 GJ/year) compared to current energy consumption. The general criteria for sustainable construction, such as recycling of construction debris, control of outdoor lighting, installation of low water consumption equipment and the use of sustainable materials giving off a minimum of toxic products, will also be included in the renovation project. To protect the heritage value of the building, the advice of a Parks Canada specialist in historical buildings has been taken into account in planning the work. (Project description from original funding application)
Project results
- 21 tonnes of GHG emissions avoided
- 483 GJ of energy savings per year
Environmental outcomes
- Reduced energy use
- Reduced or avoided GHG emissions
Social outcomes
- Increased opportunities for recreational activities
- Increased opportunities for community engagement
- Improved public education or awareness
- Improved public space
Economic outcomes
- Reduced maintenance costs
- New or improved revenue streams
- Innovative financing
- Increased tourism
Lessons learned
- Stakeholder and community engagement
- Council support/buy-in
- Communication & coordination
- Resources
- Technical – Project specific
Applicant
Municipalité de Saint-Valérien, QC