AWWA SOURCES66492

This powerpoint presentation begins by providing a brief overview of the Durham Region, east of Toronto in Ontario, Canada. The presentation focuses on Durham's Water and Energy Efficient Community including: Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) that manages the ENERGY STAR® program; Builder - Tribute Communities; and, Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). An overview of the Water and Energy Efficient Community includes: upgraded fixtures, appliances and front gardens in 88 homes built by Tribute Communities in Ajax Ontario; first homes occupied in August 2004; mostly starter homes - 30 ft, 37 ft and 56 ft lots; and, stress the affordability of upgrades including upgraded Energy Star® appliances. A sub-metering program is outlined and includes: electricity - dishwasher, fridge, stove, washer and dryer, whole home; water meters are radio frequency (RF) and mount next to appliance/use; electricity meters connect to main panel in basement (also RF); home access only at project beginning and end (after 1 year); sub-meter installations done by May 2006; and, sub-meter readings began in September 2006, completed September 2007. Includes tables, figures.