EV-Ready Plans and Electrical Planning Reports from EECOL
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Climate change effects are no longer a looming future issue, but our current reality. The impacts of rising global temperatures can already be seen around the world.
Fortunately, there is hope as countries worldwide are taking aggressive steps to cut emissions and protect the planet. Canada is leading the way with North America's most comprehensive climate plan and a major part of this initiative involves modernizing infrastructure to accommodate future electrification needs.
EECOL is proud to support these climate goals by providing EV-Ready Plans and Electrical Planning Reports to help large property owners comply with regulations, contribute to a cleaner future, and protect their investments.
Canada’s Climate Action Plan
As part of the Paris Agreement, Canada has outlined a clear path to drastically reduce emissions, aiming for a 40-45% reduction by 2030 compared to 2005 levels.
By 2050, our country plans to reach net-zero emissions. Meeting the mark will require major transitions across various sectors, such as transportation, commercial, and agriculture.
The Mid-Century Long-Term Low-Greenhouse Gas Development Strategy explicitly states that the “transportation sector is a major contributor to Canadian GHG emissions.”
Luckily there is a multifaceted approach to reducing transportation emissions.
Solutions include encouraging cities to improve public transportation options, designing more walkable communities, and increasing the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs).
How EVs Fit Into the Climate Solution
In Canada, the transportation sector is responsible for 28% of our greenhouse gas emissions.
When powered by renewable or clean electricity, EVs offer the potential for zero GHG emissions, making them a crucial part of the government’s strategy to meet its 2035 and 2050 climate targets.
Replacing an average traditional gasoline car with an EV can reduce annual CO2 emissions by up to 4.6 metric tons.
While the environmental benefits of transitioning to EVs are apparent, the limited infrastructure to support them, including charging stations, remains a major barrier to widespread adoption.
Future Requirements for EV Charging and Infrastructure
Meeting these ambitious climate targets will require forward-thinking infrastructure to accommodate the rapid expansion of EV usage.
Luckily, the government has factored this into their plans.
In British Columbia, for example, regulations require an increasing number of EV-capable parking spaces in new developments.
This will become commonplace nationwide very soon.
While specific requirements vary by province, municipality, and building type, they will all advance us toward our zero-emission targets.
This transition may feel stressful for businesses and landowners as many are concerned about the financial burden and logistical complications of installing charging infrastructure.
Canada is making the electrification of the transportation sector more manageable through various rebate programs and financial incentives.
Canadian Rebate Programs
Across the nation, many rebate programs are structured to cover specific expenses related to EV infrastructure and other green energy projects.
Rebate types may include:
- EV Charger Installation Rebates
- Solar and Green Energy Rebates
- Indigenous Community Rebates
- EV-Ready Plan Rebates
Understanding your rebate eligibility and taking action now can help you future-proof your projects while achieving substantial cost savings.
We encourage you to start now as some are given on a first-come-first-serve basis and may have deadlines for application submission.
How EECOL can support you
EECOL is here to supply you with EV-Ready Plans and Electrical Planning Reports, as well as the necessary electrical materials to ensure compliance with future requirements.
EV-Ready Plans
EV-Ready Plans are created by electrical engineers or contractors to outline the necessary steps to equip a building with the required or desired number of EV-ready parking spaces.
They prepare properties for growing EV demand, allowing developers to avoid costly future upgrades by incorporating charging infrastructure early.
Compliance with emerging local regulations is also ensured, reducing the risk of expensive retrofits. Additionally, an EV-Ready Plan enables property owners to qualify for certain rebates, lowering project costs.
With EV charging capabilities, properties gain marketability, attracting buyers and tenants as EV adoption grows.
EV-Ready Plans are essential for all large-scale developments, including commercial properties and multi-family residential buildings, especially those operated by strata corporations.
These plans include:
- Site Assessment: Review of electrical rooms, equipment, parkades, and parking stall layouts
- Electrical Demand Analysis: Evaluation of electrical load
- System Inspection: Examination of common area distribution systems and electrical infrastructure
- Capacity Calculations: Determination of electrical capacity for distribution systems
- Stakeholder Survey: Survey to assess interest and demand for EV charging
- Comprehensive Report: Detailed findings, calculations, and recommendations for implementation
Electrical Planning Reports
Our infrastructure must evolve to support future needs– integrating EV charging, sustainable energy generation, efficient HVAC systems, and beyond.
Electrical Planning Reports help large-scale properties like strata corporations evaluate their current electrical capacity and prepare for future electric demands.
Highlights of these plans include:
- Assessment of current electrical capacity and existing demands
- Estimates of peak demand and spare capacity
- Projections for future capacity needs (e.g., EV charging, heat pumps)
- Recommendations for reducing demand or increasing capacity
In provinces like British Columbia, strata corporations with five or more units are required to submit an electrical planning report as part of clean energy initiatives.
While deadlines differ locally, starting early gives you the best chance to budget effectively for any necessary electrical upgrades.
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Investing in these solutions today sets the foundation for a sustainable future.
Our team will guide you through the entire planning process.
Contact EECOL to explore how we can support compliance and help you leverage Canada’s incentives.
Let’s build a cleaner, greener world together.