An Integrated and Collaborative Partnership
On June 4, 2019, the Government of Canada announced its partnership with Innovate Energy to modernize how it heats and cools buildings in the National Capital Region. The contract includes an investment for the design and construction of the new system, as well as a 35-year mandate to operate and maintain it. The investment is just one more way the Government of Canada is greening the capital.
On April 1, 2020, Innovate Energy took over operations and maintenance of the existing system and work is currently underway to deliver a modernized system by 2026.
With over 1,800 construction workers involved, the project was ranked in 2021 the 23rd largest infrastructure project in Canada.
Innovate Energy will operate and maintain the modernized district energy system until October 2055.
About the Government of Canada
The Government of Canada is committed to demonstrating global leadership on climate change action. Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) is responsible for managing operations for many of the buildings that are used to accommodate public sector employees. Through initiatives like the Energy Services Acquisition Program (ESAP), PSPC is leading by example through operations that are low-carbon, resilient, and green. Efforts continue to green operations in a way that is better for the planet and for future generations.
About Innovate Energy
Through an open, fair, and transparent procurement process, the Government of Canada selected Innovate Energy to design, build, and operate a modern, clean, and efficient district energy system in the National Capital Region. The project is one of North America’s first conversion of a large public district energy network from steam to a low-temperature hot water electrical system with electric chillers for cooling.
ESAP is a collaboration between the Government of Canada and Innovate Energy. By investing in cleaner and more efficient ways to deliver energy, we are reducing pollution, fighting climate change, and saving hundreds of millions of dollars on operating costs.
With over 1,800 construction workers involved, the project was ranked in 2021 the 23rd largest infrastructure project in Canada.
The consortium partners and associated firms are:
PCL Investments Canada Inc.
Equans Services is part of the Equans group, which designs, develops, and operates numerous District Heating and Cooling (DHC) networks across Europe. Whether in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, France, Austria, Belgium, or elsewhere, Equans has extensive expertise and numerous references in this field.
Black & McDonald Capital
Dedicated to design excellence, bbb embraces an enduring and steadfast commitment to quality, which has been recognized by numerous awards, including a Governor General’s Medal in Architecture, the Ontario Association of Architects’ Design Excellence and People’s Choice Awards, The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada’s Urban Design Award, as well as the Canadian Design-Build Award of Excellence, and the Canadian Urban Institute’s National Award for Innovation and Excellence in Public-Private Partnerships.