Many of our current program participants have successfully completed their planned renovations and upgrades, while others have received their one-year post-project energy reports. Here are the latest project updates:
Completed projects:
Saint James United Church (Woodstock, NB)
Received a grant to repair and install energy efficient thermopane coverings over our three large stainglass windows.
St. John’s United Church (Cardinal, ON)
Received a grant to replace a large stained-glass window on the east side of the Sanctuary; replace three outdated ceiling fans in the sanctuary; replace old wooden panel church doors on the sanctuary with insulated steel doors; sealed and repaired window in gym; and replace six heating units with electric motors gym and hallways.
Project energy results:
Athens United Church (Athens, ON)
Received a grant to replace lighting with LEDs; replace several windows; replace two wooden doors; insulate attic hall; replace a 20-year-old water heater; add two industrial ceiling fans in its sanctuary; replace two gas stoves with electric models. A year following their projects, Athens United reduced its source energy use intensity by 0.4%, total GHG emissions by 20.1%, total GHG emission intensity by 20.2%, and natural gas usage by 21.9%.
Central United Church (St. Thomas, ON)
Received a grant to replace two boilers. A year following their projects, Central United reduced its source energy use intensity by 15.9%, total GHG emissions and total GHG emission intensity by 33%, energy costs by 22.4%, and natural gas usage by 34%.
Crawford United Church (Crawford, ON)
Received a grant to replace propane furnace with air source heat pump system with zone heating; as well as an electrical upgrade. A year following their projects, Crawford United reduced its total GHG emissions by 86.8.
Fenwick United Church (Fenwick, ON)
Received a grant to replace its rooftop gas furnace with a 42,000 BTU central heat pump system; insulate the attic above its sanctuary; and replace exterior lights in its parking lot to LEDs. A year following their projects, Fenwick United did not experience any reductions.
Gordon Memorial United Church (Redcliff, AB)
Received a grant to increase insulation in its attic to R50; replace fluorescent lights with LEDs in both of its halls, kitchen, and freezer room; replace fans in its sanctuary with reversible options; install a photo-cell at the front of its porch; and purchase a large fridge and two freezers. A year following their projects, Gordon Memorial United reduced its source energy use intensity by 3.7%, total GHG emissions and total GHG emission intensity by 17.5%, electricity usage by 32.8%, and natural gas usage by 5.7%.
Hampton United Church (Hampton, ON)
Received a grant to install five mini split heat pumps, including three 24,000 btu units and two 18,000 btu units. A year following their projects, Hampton United reduced its source energy use intensity by 22.2%, total GHG emissions by 27.6%, total GHG emission intensity by 27.4%, energy costs by 12.3%, and electricity usage by 27.5%.
Spirit of Hope United Church (Edmonton, AB)
Received a grant to replace appliances in kitchen; install dual-pane sealed windows in the gym and daycare, LED fixtures throughout building, low-flow water fixtures, programmable thermostats, and a new 3-phase electrical power feed; replace hot water tank and main entry doors; sealing of all doors; as well as integrate an electrical rough-in to allow for future EV charging and PV array. A year following their projects, Spirit of Hope United did not experience any reductions.
St. Andrew’s United Church (New Richmond, QC)
Received a grant to replace its two furnaces and oil tank with a heat pump heating system; as well as replace its old electric baseboard heaters in the back of its hall and basement with new energy efficient models. A year following their projects, St. Andrew’s United reduced its source energy use intensity by 8.4%, total GHG emissions by 99.5%, total GHG emission intensity by 99.4%, and energy costs by 26.3%.
St. Andrew’s United Church (Queensborough, ON)
Received a grant to replace propane furnace with heat pumps; insulate 134 year old building; increase insulation in attic to R-80; repair stain glass windows and frames; replace doors to sanctuary and wooden windows in hall; and replace lights to LEDs. A year following their projects, St. Andrew’s United reduced its source energy use intensity by 12.2%, total GHG emissions by 80.8%, total GHG emission intensity by 80.8%, energy costs by 4.3%, and propane usage by 90.9%.
St. John’s United Church (Georgetown, Glen Williams, ON)
Received a grant to support the upgrade of its hot water pipe system. A year following their projects, St. John’s United reduced its source energy use intensity by 41.2%, total GHG emissions by 42.5%, total GHG emission intensity by 42.5.8%, energy costs by 26.8%, electricity usage by 31%, and natural gas usage by 43%.
Wesley United Church (St. John’s, NL)
Received a grant to replace two oil fired furnaces with electric furnaces and a new energy efficient oil furnace. A year following their projects, Wesley United reduced its source energy use intensity by 42.9%, total GHG emissions by 62%, total GHG emission intensity by 62%, energy costs by 29%, and fuel oil from a single source by 62.8%.
