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April 27, 2018

METRO VANCOUVER REGIONAL DISTRICT

CLIMATE ACTION COMMITTEE

REGULAR MEETING

Wednesday, May 2, 2018 1:00 p.m.

28th Floor Committee Room, 4730 Kingsway, Burnaby, British Columbia

A G E N D A1 1. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

1.1 May 2, 2018 Regular Meeting Agenda That the Climate Action Committee adopt the agenda for its regular meeting scheduled for May 2, 2018 as circulated.

2. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES

2.1 April 4, 2018 Regular Meeting Minutes That the Climate Action Committee adopt the minutes of its regular meeting held April 4, 2018 as circulated.

3. DELEGATIONS 4. INVITED PRESENTATIONS 5. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEE OR STAFF

5.1 Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund Project: Hydrothermal Processing – Biofuel Demonstration Facility at the Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant Designated Speaker: Fred Nenninger, Director, Policy, Planning and Analysis, Liquid Waste Services Department That the GVS&DD Board: a) approve funding from the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund for the

Hydrothermal Processing Biofuel Demonstration Facility in the amount of $7.5 million, and;

b) authorize staff to negotiate directly with Genifuel Corporation for a scope of work valued at up to $600,000 to secure access to their proprietary Hydrothermal Processing technology and their expertise in system design, engineering, and operation of Hydrothermal Processing systems.

1 Note: Recommendation is shown under each item, where applicable.

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5.2 2018 Update on Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund Projects

Designated Speaker: Fred Nenninger, Director, Policy, Planning and Analysis, Liquid Waste Services Department That the GVS&DD Board receive for information the report dated April 19, 2018, titled “2018 Update on Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund Projects”.

5.3 2018 Update on Regional District Sustainability Innovation Fund Project Designated Speaker: Roger Quan, Director, Air Quality and Climate Change, Parks, Planning and Environment Department That the MVRD Board receive for information the report dated April 19, 2018, titled “2018 Update on Regional District Sustainability Innovation Fund Projects”.

5.4 2018 Update on Water Sustainability Innovation Fund Projects

Designated Speaker: Inder Singh, Director, Policy, Planning and Analysis, Water Services Department That the GVWD Board receive for information the report dated April 19, 2018, titled “2018 Update on Water Sustainability Innovation Fund Projects”.

5.5 Sustainability Innovation Program Site Verbal Update Designated Speaker: Megan Gerryts, Corporate Projects Coordinator, Legal and Legislative Services Department

5.6 Update on Metro Vancouver’s Grow Green Website and the “Growing Green in

Metro Vancouver” Forum Designated Speaker: Sinead Murphy, Senior Policy and Planning Analyst, Parks, Planning and Environment Department That the MVRD Board receive for information the report dated April 13, 2018, titled “Update on Metro Vancouver’s Grow Green Website and the ‘Growing Green in Metro Vancouver’ Forum.”

5.7 Partnering Agreements for Metro Vancouver’s Wood Stove Exchange Program Designated Speaker: Derek Jennejohn, Lead Senior Engineer, Parks, Planning and Environment Department That the MVRD Board: a) authorize the participation of wood burning appliance retailers in Metro

Vancouver’s wood stove exchange program; b) direct staff to publish Metro Vancouver’s intention to work with wood burning

appliance retailers listed in (c) below to carry out the program; c) authorize the Metro Vancouver Regional District to enter into a partnering

agreement with each of the following retailers to establish the terms and conditions of the services they would provide to Metro Vancouver as part of the program:


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i. Flame Co Heating Services Limited, Maple Ridge, BC ii. Kerrisdale Lumber Co. Ltd., Vancouver, BC

iii. Urban Fireplaces Ltd., Coquitlam, BC iv. Burnaby Grills Ltd., Burnaby, BC v. Mainland Fireplaces Inc., Langley, BC

vi. CampbellCare Plumbing, Heating & Air Ltd., Vancouver, BC vii. Acorn Heating and Gas Ltd., Delta, BC; and

d) authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to execute the partnering agreements listed in (c) above.

5.8 Manager’s Report

Designated Speaker: Roger Quan, Director, Air Quality and Climate Change Parks, Planning and Environment Department That the Climate Action Committee receive for information the report dated April 13, 2018, titled “Manager’s Report”.

6. INFORMATION ITEMS 7. OTHER BUSINESS 8. BUSINESS ARISING FROM DELEGATIONS 9. RESOLUTION TO CLOSE MEETING

Note: The Committee must state by resolution the basis under section 90 of the Community Charter on which the meeting is being closed. If a member wishes to add an item, the basis must be included below.

10. ADJOURNMENT/CONCLUSION

That the Climate Action Committee adjourn/conclude its regular meeting of May 2, 2018.

Membership:

Corrigan, Derek (C) – Burnaby Reimer, Andrea (VC) – Vancouver Buhr, Karl – Lions Bay Dupont, Laura – Port Coquitlam

Gill, Tom – Surrey Harris, Maria – Electoral Area A Jackson, Lois – Delta Masse, Robert – Maple Ridge

Steves, Harold – Richmond Storteboom, Rudy – Langley City Villeneuve, Judy – Surrey Williams, Bryce – Tsawwassen


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METRO VANCOUVER REGIONAL DISTRICT CLIMATE ACTION COMMITTEE

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Metro Vancouver Regional District (MVRD) Climate Action Committee held at 1:07 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 in the 28th Floor Committee Room, 4730 Kingsway, Burnaby, British Columbia.

MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair, Mayor Derek Corrigan, Burnaby Vice Chair, Councillor Andrea Reimer, Vancouver Mayor Karl Buhr, Lions Bay Councillor Laura Dupont, Port Coquitlam Director Maria Harris, Electoral Area A Mayor Lois Jackson, Delta Councillor Robert Masse, Maple Ridge (departed at 3:06 p.m.) Councillor Harold Steves, Richmond (departed at 2:55 p.m.) Councillor Rudy Storteboom, Langley City Councillor Judy Villeneuve, Surrey

MEMBERS ABSENT: Councillor Tom Gill, Surrey Chief Bryce Williams, Tsawwassen

STAFF PRESENT: Roger Quan, Air Quality and Climate Change Director, Parks, Planning and Environment Donna Brown, Acting Chief Administrative Officer Janis Knaupp, Legislative Services Coordinator, Board and Information Services

1. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

1.1 April 4, 2018 Regular Meeting Agenda

It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Climate Action Committee adopt the agenda for its regular meeting scheduled for April 4, 2018 as circulated.

CARRIED

2. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES

2.1 March 7, 2018 Regular Meeting Minutes

It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Climate Action Committee adopt the minutes of its regular meeting held March 7, 2018 as circulated.

CARRIED

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3. DELEGATIONS No items presented.

4. INVITED PRESENTATIONS

No items presented. 5. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEE OR STAFF

5.1 Metro Vancouver’s Climate Action Strategy: Climate 2050 Discussion Paper and Stakeholder Education and Engagement Process Report dated March 20, 2018 from Jason Emmert, Air Quality Planner, Conor Reynolds, Program Manager, Air Quality and Climate Change Policy Parks, Planning and Environment, and Lucy Duso, Policy Coordinator, External Relations, seeking MVRD Board endorsement of the final Climate 2050 Discussion Paper and direction to staff to initiate stakeholder education and engagement based on the Discussion Paper to inform development of the Climate 2050 Strategic Plan. Members were provided with a presentation including changes made to the Climate 2050 Discussion Paper based on feedback from the Climate Action Committee at its March 7, 2018 meeting, Issues Areas summaries, climate change data and trends and the education and engagement strategy highlighting public information and dialogues, key interviews, stakeholder meetings and forums, youth engagement, member jurisdictions, and next steps. In response to questions, members were informed about how consultation will shape strategy development and implementation, timing, climate change trends, and design of the engagement strategy. In response to a request for feedback on consultation and education, members suggested that consideration be given to: • identifying opportunities to incorporate public feedback into the strategy • informing stakeholders about local actions being taken at consultation events • exploring climate policy and best practices in Washington State • seeking agencies or groups to endorse Climate 2050 and exploring the

creation of an agency or coalition to support efforts • emphasizing the urgent need to adapt to climate change as part of education • seeking feedback on actions Metro Vancouver and other agencies can take In response to a request for feedback on the strategy, members suggested that consideration be given to: • how to plan for climate change in Metro Vancouver based on projected

growth, increased diversion to composting facilities and impacts on host communities, and local implications from combined sewer issues



• identifying local government successes and constraints to achieving GHG targets, examining local and sectoral GHG gains, and how Metro Vancouver can assist others in meeting targets

• numbering categories in the Issues Areas for easy reference in the strategy • identifying responsibilities and actions that can be taken by all levels of

government and communities members • in the “Scenarios for Getting to 80% GHG Reduction by 2050” graph,

representing the current path to show the lack of progress and urgency • compiling actions being taken by local governments to develop best practices

in reducing GHGs In response to questions, local governments were encouraged to share Metro Vancouver’s social media campaign associated with Climate 2050 consultation, and to participate in dialogues and forums. Members were also informed about reporting requirements under the BC Climate Action Charter, and carbon tax rebates. Presentation material titled “Climate 2050 Strategy Final Discussion Paper and Engagement Strategy” is retained with the April 4, 2018 Climate Action Committee agenda. It was MOVED and SECONDED That the MVRD Board: a) endorse the Climate 2050 Discussion Paper, and associated Education and

Engagement Strategy, as attached to the report dated March 20, 2018, titled “Metro Vancouver’s Climate Action Strategy: Climate 2050 Discussion Paper and Stakeholder Engagement Process”; and

b) direct staff to initiate stakeholder education and engagement based on the Discussion Paper to inform the development of the Climate 2050 Strategic Plan.

CARRIED

5.2 Forecast of 2015 Lower Fraser Valley Air Emissions Inventory and Policy Implications Report dated March 16, 2018 from Shelina Sidi, Senior Project Engineer, and Derek Jennejohn, Lead Senior Engineer, Parks, Planning and Environment, summarizing the forecast of the 2015 air emissions inventory for the Lower Fraser Valley to 2035 highlighting projected changes in emissions from key regional sources, and potential implications for development of new air quality and climate change plans, policies and programs. Members were provided with a presentation on the forecast of the 2015 Lower Fraser Valley Air Emissions Inventory and policy implications highlighting geographic scope, timing including historical trends, base year, and forecasts,



pollutants, sources, GHG trends in Metro Vancouver from 1995 to 2035, smog-forming pollutants, policy and regulation emission scenarios, and next steps.

2:55 p.m. Councillor Steves departed the meeting.

Members commented on Metro Vancouver’s advocacy role, specifically around GHG implications and projected population growth, and increasing rail and port activities in Metro Vancouver.

Presentation material titled “Forecast of the 2015 Lower Fraser Valley Air Emissions Inventory and Policy implications” is retained with the April 4, 2018 Climate Action Committee agenda. It was MOVED and SECONDED That the MVRD Board receive for information the report dated March 16, 2018, titled “Forecast of 2015 Lower Fraser Valley Air Emissions Inventory and Policy Implications”.

CARRIED

5.3 Proposed Scope Amendment to MVRD Sustainability Innovation Fund Project: Transit-Oriented Affordable Housing Fund Business Case Project Report dated March 24, 2018 from Raymond Kan, Senior Regional Planner, Parks, Planning and Environment, providing an update on the Transit-Oriented Affordable Housing Fund Business Case Project approved in 2016 under the MVRD Sustainability Innovation Fund, and seeking MVRD Board authorization to amend the scope of work, consistent with and complementary to Phase 2 of the Transit-Oriented Affordable Housing Study. It was MOVED and SECONDED That the MVRD Board approve an amendment to the scope of the Transit-Oriented Affordable Housing Fund Business Case Project, which received funding under the MVRD Sustainability Innovation Fund, to include tools identified in the Transit-Oriented Affordable Housing Study.

CARRIED

5.4 Manager’s Report Report dated March 20, 2018 from Roger Quan, Air Quality and Climate Change Director, Parks, Planning and Environment, updating the Climate Action Committee on the Committee’s 2018 Work Plan, Canadian Ambient Air Quality Standards for Nitrogen Dioxide, environmental impacts of brown lawns during conservation periods, and the launch of EVWorkplace.ca. In response to questions, members were informed about the status of consultation on the development of a regional odour management strategy and proposed residential wood smoke regulation bylaw.



It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Climate Action Committee receive for information the report dated March 20, 2018, titled “Manager’s Report”.

CARRIED 3:06 p.m. Councillor Masse departed the meeting. 6. INFORMATION ITEMS It was MOVED and SECONDED

That the Climate Action Committee receive for information the following Information Items:

6.1 Report dated March 27, 2018 regarding Metro Vancouver’s Public Engagement Policy

6.2 Correspondence dated March 9, 2018 from UBCM to Board Chair Greg Moore, regarding 2017 Resolutions

CARRIED 7. OTHER BUSINESS

No items presented. 8. BUSINESS ARISING FROM DELEGATIONS

No items presented. 9. RESOLUTION TO CLOSE MEETING

No items presented. 10. ADJOURNMENT/CONCLUSION

It was MOVED and SECONDED

That the Climate Action Committee conclude its regular meeting of April 4, 2018. CARRIED

(Time: 3:06 p.m.) ____________________________ ____________________________ Janis Knaupp, Derek Corrigan, Chair Legislative Services Coordinator 25007122 FINAL


To: Climate Action Committee From: Fred Nenninger, Director, Policy Planning and Analysis

Liquid Waste Services Department Date: April 26, 2018 Meeting Date: May 2, 2018 Subject: Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund Project: Hydrothermal Processing –

Biofuel Demonstration Facility at the Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant RECOMMENDATION That the GVS&DD Board: a) approve funding from the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund for the Hydrothermal

Processing Biofuel Demonstration Facility in the amount of $7.5 million, and; b) authorize staff to negotiate directly with Genifuel Corporation for a scope of work valued at up

to $600,000 to secure access to their proprietary Hydrothermal Processing technology and their expertise in system design, engineering, and operation of Hydrothermal Processing systems.

PURPOSE This report provides an update on the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund project – Hydrothermal Processing Biofuel Demonstration Facility and provides recommendations for the Board’s consideration and approval. BACKGROUND The Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund was created by the Board in 2004 to provide financial support to Liquid Waste Utility projects that contribute to the region’s sustainability. The GVS&DD Board adopted the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund Policy on June 27, 2014, with further amendments in 2016, to guide the use and management of the Fund. On May 27, 2016, the GVS&DD Board approved the allocation of $4 million from the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund to the Hydrothermal Processing Project, subject to securing an additional $5 million in external funding. At its February 7, 2018 meeting, the Climate Action Committee considered a report on 2018 Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund Applications. Part (b) of the staff recommendation pertained to the Hydrothermal Processing project, and the Committee was advised that all federal grant funding applications to that date were not successful. The Committee considered a proposal for the GVS&DD to fund the entire $9 million project, $800,000 of which would be to directly retain Genifuel Corporation. The Committee requested staff provide additional information on the project, adopting the following resolution:

That the Climate Action Committee refer back to staff for further information Part b) of the recommendation as presented in the report dated January 22, 2018, titled “2018 Liquid Waste Sustainability Fund Applications”.

This report provides information requested by the Committee on the project’s business case, access to technology, and project funding, and provides recommendations for the Board’s consideration and approval.

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Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund Project: Hydrothermal Processing – Biofuel Demonstration Facility at the Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant

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PROJECT BUSINESS CASE The Hydrothermal Processing technology has the potential to replace anaerobic digestion, the current business-as-usual option for wastewater solids treatment, and the following summarizes a comparison between the two processes, using the new Iona Island Secondary Treatment Plant as an example. This is a service upgrade from primary to secondary treatment that will effectively double the volume of wastewater biomass for treatment. A service population of one million people is assumed. Key aspects of comparison include: capital investments, operational considerations, greenhouse gas emissions, elements of risk, and other considerations. Capital Investments The anaerobic digestion process requires 20 to 30 days to complete and requires large concrete tanks. In comparison, Hydrothermal Processing completes in less than one day affording correspondingly smaller tanks made of stainless steel, but with more complexity. Preliminary estimates indicate the capital cost of Hydrothermal Processing is 10 percent less than anaerobic digestion. For expected expenditures of $300 million or more for anaerobic digestion and $270 million for Hydrothermal Processing, the capital cost savings would be $30 million. Operational Considerations Compared to anaerobic digestion, Hydrothermal Processing will be operationally intensive, but achieves higher carbon conversion to energy and less than one percent of the input is left as residuals. With significant costs attributed to biosolids management, the net operating cost for anaerobic digestion is expected to be nearly $7 million per year, compared to $4 million per year for Hydrothermal Processing for a savings of $3 million per year. This represents a net operating cost savings of 40 percent for Hydrothermal Processing over anaerobic digestion. Hydrothermal Processing provides an advantage of over $60 million in net present value savings over anaerobic digestion. Greenhouse Gas Emissions Assuming a petroleum displacement of about 170 barrels per day with biocrude from Hydrothermal Processing, over 16,000 tonnes carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e)/year can be prevented from release to the atmosphere. This is equivalent to taking more than 3500 cars off the road annually. In comparison, anaerobic digestion offers about 5,000 tonnes CO2e/year prevented from atmospheric release, for a net advantage of 11,000 tonnes CO2e/year for Hydrothermal Processing or more than triple that of anaerobic digestion. For context, Metro Vancouver’s 2016 corporate carbon footprint (as reported under the Climate Action Revenue Incentive Program) was 8,000 tonnes CO2e/year. At full-scale, Hydrothermal Processing can contribute to the achievement of carbon neutral operations and the Board may consider options for any excess carbon credits. Elements of Risk The proposed demonstration would be the third in the series of scale-up units and the first to be implemented for continuous operation, which represents upfront technological risk. Balancing this risk is the support of highly qualified personnel at Genifuel and the original inventors of Hydrothermal Processing at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (owned by the U.S. Department of Energy). There are no technological risks with anaerobic digestion, however, there are risks with uncertainty




in demand for biosolids and associated management costs. Upon successful technology implementation, Hydrothermal Processing can offer improved certainty and a biofuel product with high demand. Other Considerations Since the 2016 release of Hydrothermal Processing bench-test results using Annacis Island WWTP biomass, interest in the technology has expanded within the wastewater industry, the advanced biofuels industry, and specifically Parkland Fuel Corporation, operators of the petroleum refinery in Burnaby. A strong collaboration with Parkland is being formed that will enable the development of a vertically aligned value chain, leveraging new and already built infrastructure: • Municipal and GVS&DD sewerage works provide wastewater biomass collection, screening,

consolidation and preparation for conversion to biofuel, • Funds ear-marked for building anaerobic digesters can be used to develop Hydrothermal

Processing units, while providing savings in capital expenditures, • Parkland’s petroleum refinery infrastructure enables the production of low carbon fuels and its

distribution over an existing network of end-user markets in the ground, air, and ocean transportation sectors.

The Hydrothermal Processing initiative can be a hub that interconnects the wastewater and petroleum industries, develops local expertise and promotes collaborative creation of more integrated sustainable solutions as part of delivering renewable fuels and core services to regional communities. ACCESS TO TECHNOLOGY The technology provider, Genifuel Corporation holds intellectual property related to hydrothermal Processing including: patents, patents pending, trade secrets, trademarks, and other proprietary information. These are necessary to enable the successful commissioning of the Hydrothermal Processing system. The Climate Action Committee requested further information on the intellectual property arrangements with Genifuel Corporation. In recognition of the GVS&DD bearing early-adopter risks, staff have negotiated a perpetual technology license from Genifuel, valued at $200,000, free of charge for the demonstration project. Further, technology licenses for the implementation of future Genifuel systems at demonstration or full-scale, will also be provided free of charge. Agreement details on Genifuel technology licensing are being reviewed by Legal staff. In addition, Genifuel can provide over the four-year life of this project: i) preliminary design, equipment specifications, materials list, site requirements, and other

documentation needed for subsequent competitive procurement; ii) technology development lead services related to system fabrication, installation and

commissioning; iii) oversight services during system testing and operation. The proprietary Genifuel technology license and services can be obtained at cost for $600,000 or less over four years. Staff recommend sole sourcing this scope to Genifuel Corporation. The remaining components of the project will be competitively procured.




PROJECT FUNDING The BC Government, through the Ministry of Energy, Mines, and Petroleum Resources provided a December 6, 2017, letter of support for the Hydrothermal Processing Project, indicating pending cash contributions of up to $1.5 million for the project. Given the pressing need for demonstrated Provincial funding as a condition of application for the federal Clean Growth Program, the Ministry re-prioritized its Innovative Clean Energy funding plan and accelerated an initial contribution of $750,000 in fiscal 2017/18. A Shared Cost Arrangement was signed March 22, 2018 and the Ministry maintains its position of providing additional cash contributions in subsequent budget years, subject to its internal approval process. Past federal climate action funding programs have focused mostly on promoting private sector companies in the natural resources sector which disqualifies this project from application or discounts its value. Through Natural Resources Canada, the federal government opened applications to their Clean Growth Program in late 2017, to which government agencies with proposals that link to a resource sector are eligible. Staff submitted an expression of interest in early March 2018 to the Clean Growth Program requesting $3.5 million for this project. In late April, staff were notified of the project’s rejection from further consideration. ALTERNATIVES 1) That the GVS&DD Board:

a) approve funding from the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund for the Hydrothermal Processing Biofuel Demonstration Facility in the amount of $7.5 million, and;

b) authorize staff to negotiate directly with Genifuel Corporation for a scope of work valued at up to $600,000 to secure access to their proprietary Hydrothermal Processing technology and their expertise in system design, engineering, and operation of Hydrothermal Processing systems.

2) That the Climate Action Committee receive for information the report dated April 26, 2018, titled

“Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund Project: Hydrothermal Processing – Biofuel Demonstration Facility at the Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant” and provide alternate direction to staff.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Since early February 2018, two items having financial implications have arisen:

• This project has received a $750,000 payment from the Government of BC, with additional contributions under consideration in subsequent provincial budgets, up to a total of $1.5 million.

• Genifuel Corporation will be providing at no charge to this project, a perpetual technology license valued at $200,000, and extends this license to all future demonstrations and full-scale systems to be implemented by the GVS&DD, also at no charge.

If the Board approves Alternative 1, staff will commence work on the Hydrothermal Processing project, using $7.5 million from the allocation from the Sustainability Innovation Fund and funds provided by the Government of BC. Staff will continue discussions with the Province on their consideration of an additional $750,000 for the project and will provide a further update to the Board.




The annual contribution to the Fund is $1,127,000, based on the GST rebate for the liquid waste utility, and this amount, along with accrued interest, will apply a credit to maintain a balance of approximately $15.48 million at the end of 2018, and more than $10.68 million at the end of each year through to 2021. The cash flows based on the recommendations in this report indicate availability of funds to support innovative proposals in future years (Attachment 1). SUMMARY / CONCLUSION This report presents an update on the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund project – Hydrothermal Processing Biofuel Demonstration Facility, presents a proposal for consideration, and seeks approval of recommendations. The business case for Hydrothermal Processing is made based on the full scale displacement of anaerobic digestion, which is used as the baseline. Current analysis indicates Hydrothermal Processing to cost 10 percent less for capital expenditures and 40 percent less for operational expenditures. Further, Hydrothermal Processing triples reductions on greenhouse gas emissions and brings renewable fuels to the broad transportation sector. Development risks exist for Hydrothermal Processing, while risks due to business uncertainty exist and are likely to increase for the land application of biosolids under the anaerobic digestion baseline. Genifuel Corporation offers this project free of charge, a perpetual license valued at $200,000 for the Hydrothermal Processing technology. This perpetual license is further extended to any demonstration or full-scale Genifuel system commissioned in the future by Metro Vancouver. The BC Government has accelerated payment of $750,000 in fiscal 2017/18 and maintains its commitment to consider additional funds up to a total of $1.5 million. Staff will continue to seek funding participation by the federal government. An updated summary of the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund cash flow based on the recommendations in this report, is presented in Attachment 1. Staff recommend Alternative 1.

Attachment 1. Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund Projects – Cash Flow (Doc# 20552091) 25232489


Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund ProjectsAnnual contribution: $1.127 million

Project Amount Approval Year 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021

1Water Reclamation from Wastewater Effluent Using

Disc Filters

$215,000 2015$215,000

2 Phosphorus Recovery Demonstration Unit$250,000 2015

$250,000

3Reducing Grease in Sewers – Behaviour Change Pilot

Project

$170,000 2015$170,000

4 Smart Sewers: Development of Wireless In-Situ Sensors$200,000 2016

$80,000 $80,000 $40,000

5 Hydrothermal Processing Pilot Facility$0 2016

6 High Efficiency Aeration Demonstration$750,000 2017

$60,247 $489,753 $200,000

7Genomics Approach to Anaerobic Digestion

Optimization

$460,000 2017$12,500 $300,000 $80,000 $67,500

8Microwave-enhanced Advanced Oxidation Process

Sludge Destruction Pilot

$850,000 2017$65,000 $400,000 $310,000 $75,000

9Capture of wastewater contaminants of concern and

beneficial use of residuals

$450,000 2018$150,000 $150,000 $150,000

10Intelligent Water Systems - Making Use of Sensors and

Big Data Analytics

$300,000 2018$100,000 $100,000

11Hydrothermal Processing - Biofuel Demonstration

Facility at the Annacis Island WWTP

$7,500,000 2018$500,000 $3,000,000 $3,500,000 $500,000

Annual Cash Flow: N/A $635,000 $217,747 $2,019,753 $3,880,000 $3,792,500 $500,000

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Estimated Sustainability Innovation Fund Year End Balance: 14.01 million 15 million 16.03 million 15.48 million 13.06 million 10.68 million 11.54 million

Cash Flow

Projected

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To: Climate Action Committee From: Fred Nenninger, Director, Policy, Planning and Analysis

Liquid Waste Services Department Date: April 19, 2018 Meeting Date: May 2, 2018 Subject: 2018 Update on Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund Projects RECOMMENDATION That the GVS&DD Board receive for information the report dated April 19, 2018, titled “2018 Update on Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund Projects”. PURPOSE This report provides an update on five projects funded under the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Funds. BACKGROUND The Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund was created by the Board in 2004 to provide financial support to Liquid Waste Utility projects that contribute to the region’s sustainability. The GVS&DD Board adopted the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund Policy on June 27, 2014, with further amendments in 2016, to guide the use and management of the Fund. The policy requires that the Climate Action Committee be updated on an annual basis on the deliverables, outcomes and measurable benefits of the projects receiving funding. This report presents an update on projects that have not yet been reported as complete to the Climate Action Committee. The projects outlined below were approved for funding in 2016 and 2017. Projects that were approved for funding in 2018 have not been included in this report, but will be reported on in 2019, per the policy.

Project Approval Year

Amount Approved Status

Hydrothermal Processing Pilot Facility* 2016 $4,000,000 Pending Smart Sewers: Development of Wireless In-Situ Sensors 2016 $200,000 In Progress High Efficiency Aeration Demonstration 2017 $750,000 In Progress Genomics Approach to Anaerobic Digestion Optimization

2017 $460,000 In Progress

Microwave-enhanced Advanced Oxidation Process Sludge Destruction Pilot

2017 $850,000 In Progress

*HYDROTHERMAL PROCESSING PILOT FACILITY: PENDING Initiation of the Hydrothermal Processing Pilot Facility project is pending. This proposal has the potential to initiate the evolution of wastewater treatment plants into biocrude production facilities. The biocrude enables conventional petroleum refineries to produce and distribute low carbon fuels

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for a net reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. By lowering the carbon intensity of conventional liquid fuels, participation in combating climate change is enabled by all operators of internal combustion engines in the road, rail, air and water transportation sectors. The BC Ministry of Energy, Mines, and Petroleum Resources, through their Innovative Clean Energy Fund has submitted a cash contribution towards this project. Full details, including new recommendations are provided under a separate report in the Climate Action Committee May 2018 agenda, Hydrothermal Liquefaction – Biofuel Demonstration Facility at the Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant. SMART SEWERS: DEVELOPMENT OF WIRELESS IN-SITU SENSORS: IN PROGRESS The goal of this project is to develop a smart sensor capable of early detection of nuisance odours and corrosion that erodes the service life of Metro Vancouver’s multi-billion dollar sewage collection network. Since funding approval in May 2016, the UBC Engineering Team from the Advanced Thermo-Fluidic Laboratory has leveraged SIF funds to secure two grants from the federal Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, totaling $225,000. Applying advanced electro-mechanical engineering techniques, the UBC Team has designed and manufactured prototypes using 3D printers. New safety measures are being implemented at UBC laboratories, ahead of initial tests using known concentrations of target gases dissolved in water. Once the sensors are functional and calibrated, tests on sewage samples will begin towards the end of 2018. HIGH EFFICIENCY AERATION DEMONSTRATION: IN PROGRESS The biological process of secondary treatment requires aerating the wastewater and this mechanical process can use more than one-half of a treatment facility’s total power consumption. With typical oxygen aeration efficiencies of 25% or less, this project aims to improve performance using the Perlemax micro-bubble generating device that increases the contact area for oxygen transfer to wastewater. Since funding approval in February 2017, Perlemax has been retained to provide conceptual design of the demonstration apparatus and their acquisition of an engineering contractor. The detailed engineering will proceed through most of 2018, followed by fabrication of the experimental apparatus. To help ensure unbiased results of technology performance, the Water Research Foundation, a leading wastewater industry association, will retain from its vast membership, its top subject matter experts to provide experimental testing oversight and independent technology evaluation. GENOMICS APPROACH TO ANAEROBIC DIGESTION OPTIMIZATION: IN PROGRESS The goal of this project is to increase energy generation from existing anaerobic digestion processes used at Metro Vancouver WWTPs. There are two academic teams on this project: i) environmental genomic experts at UBC’s Department of Microbiology and Immunology, and ii) anaerobic digestion experts from UBC’s School of Engineering, Bioreactor Technology Group. Since project approval in February 2017, the genomics team has leveraged SIF funds to secure three grants from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council totaling $250,000. Additional grant applications by the Bioreactor Technology Group are in progress.



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Work to date involves establishing baseline conditions for existing anaerobic digesters at the Lulu Island WWTP. Preliminary findings show that less than 1% of microorganisms present are methanogens, those responsible for producing the methane content in biogas. Given the relatively small starting community of methanogens, even a marginal increase in this population should result in a significant increase in methane production. The genomic analysis suggests methane-limiting conditions are present and analysis will progress through 2018 to identify the key constraints. Insights to alleviate the constraints will inform the design of prototype add-on biotechnology reactors to be developed in 2019. MICROWAVE-ENHANCED ADVANCED OXIDATION PROCESS SLUDGE DESTRUCTION PILOT: IN PROGRESS The GVS&DD Board approved in 2017 the allocation of $850,000 from the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund, to the “Integrated Municipal Sludge Destruction and Resource Recovery Technologies” project. This project will test and demonstrate an innovative microwave-enhanced advanced oxidation process for municipal sludge destruction, in collaboration with Dr. Victor Lo and Dr. Don Mavinic from the Civil Engineering Department at the University of British Columbia, who have leveraged SIF funds to secure a grant from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council for $518,000. Progress on this project includes the following:

• A Collaboration Research Agreement (CRA) was signed in late November 2017 between Metro Vancouver and University of British Columbia, outlining the detailed scope of work for the project and deliverables

• The UBC project team was assembled and project kickoff took place in mid-December. • Three sets of sludge samples were collected from Annacis Island WWTP for characterization

at UBC • UBC project team is working with WSP, a consulting company, to design the experimental

equipment and is finalizing process requirements, equipment footprint and layout. • Space requirements for testing at Annacis Research Centre (ARC) have been finalized.

Next steps: • Review experimental setup design and finalize • Procure equipment and assemble in 2 x 20ft containers • Move 20-ft containers at ARC by June 2018 for commissioning

ALTERNATIVES This is an information report. No alternatives are presented. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The projects summarized in this report, had funding approved by the GVS&DD Boards in 2016 and 2017. The disbursals of funds were made in accordance with the applicable Sustainability Innovation Fund Policy that governs the use and management of the Funds. Annually, $1,127,000 is contributed to the reserve fund. The projected 2018 reserves in the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund total $15.55 million. The table below outlines the funding approved and the amount spent to date for each project. Any unspent funds for completed projects remain in the Sustainability Innovation Fund reserve.



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Project Total Amount of

Funding Approved

Amount Spent (as of Mar 31,

2018) 2016 Approval Year Hydrothermal Processing Pilot Facility $4,000,000 $0 Smart Sewers: Development of Wireless In-Situ Sensors $200,000 $160,000 2017 Approval Year High Efficiency Aeration Demonstration $750,000 $60,247 Genomics Approach to Anaerobic Digestion Optimization $460,000 $12,500 Microwave-enhanced Advanced Oxidation Process Sludge Destruction Pilot

$850,000 $65,000

SUMMARY / CONCLUSION This report has presented an update on five projects funded under the Liquid Waste Sustainability Innovation Fund. The Sustainability Innovation Funds were created by the Board in 2004 to provide financial support to utility or Regional District projects that contribute to the region’s sustainability. 24840019


To: Climate Action Committee From: Roger Quan, Director, Air Quality and Climate Change

Parks, Planning and Environment Department Date: April 19, 2018 Meeting Date: May 2, 2018 Subject: 2018 Update on Regional District Sustainability Innovation Fund Project RECOMMENDATION That the MVRD Board receive for information the report dated April 19, 2018, titled “2018 Update on Regional District Sustainability Innovation Fund Projects”. PURPOSE This report provides an update on seven projects funded under the Regional District Sustainability Innovation Funds. BACKGROUND The Regional District Sustainability Innovation Fund was created by the Board in 2004 to provide financial support to Regional District projects that contribute to the region’s sustainability. The GVRD Board adopted the Regional District Sustainability Innovation Fund Policy on June 27, 2014, with further amendments in 2016, to guide the use and management of the Fund. The policy requires that the Climate Action Committee be updated on an annual basis on the deliverables, outcomes and measurable benefits of the projects receiving funding. This report presents an update on projects that have not yet been reported as complete to the Climate Action Committee. The projects outlined below were approved for funding in 2016 and 2017. Projects that were approved for funding in 2018 have not been included in this report, but will be reported on in 2019, per the policy.



Improving Ecological Health and Carbon Sequestration Potential at Burns Bog

2015 $115,000 Complete

Strata Energy Advisor Program 2015 $200,000 In Progress Transit Oriented Affordable Housing Fund 2016 $100,000 In Progress The Regional Park Solar-Powered Conversion Project 2016 $100,000 Complete City of Langley Urban Agriculture Demonstration 2016 $50,000 In Progress DC Fast Charger at Metro Tower III 2017 $150,000 In Progress National Industrial Symbiosis Program 2017 $100,000 In Progress

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IMPROVING ECOLOGICAL HEALTH AND CARBON SEQUESTRATION POTENTIAL AT BURNS BOG: COMPLETE This Project was initiated in 2016 to develop methods for assessing bog health and recovery resulting from restoration efforts on “fields” originally cleared for agriculture. The information gathered during the project has allowed for the broader assessment of the condition and recovery of the Burns Bog Ecological Conservation Area (BBECA) and will provide information about the feasibility of increasing the quantity of carbon stored at the BBECA. Thirty-nine randomly assigned permanent test plots were assigned to three fields according to a detailed methodology prepared in collaboration with University of Victoria researchers. At each site, long-term vegetation monitoring plots were established and wells were installed to measure depth to water table. The concurrent restoration assessment study, using a specially fabricated six lens multi-spectral camera array, became the focus of the research when it was discovered that the bog had been undergoing recovery more rapidly than was previously thought. Equipment and instruments for the reflectance monitoring studies were chosen based on their ability to produce accurate and precise measurements of micro-meteorological and hydrological conditions at the plot scale. Spectral indices were developed for four regionally significant Sphagnum moss species. Monospecific stands of Sphagnum were selected for repeat imaging test plots, and baseline ecohydrological parameters for each permanent plot were documented. Establishing and validating species-specific spectral signatures for underlying ecohydrological function across the peatland surface provides valuable information related to the health of the bog ecosystem. Leveraging technology to better understand processes related to peat productivity is important both ecologically, and in relation to understanding the regional carbon balance. The project has demonstrated novel methods for assessing bog health and recovery as a result of restoration efforts. This has enabled the ecological health of certain areas of the BBECA to be quantified, demonstrating that recovery of the bog has been faster than expected. STRATA ENERGY ADVISOR PROGRAM: IN PROGRESS The Strata Energy Advisor program will educate and assist strata corporations (through their strata council and/or building managers) with identifying and evaluating the costs, benefits, risks, and opportunities in achieving higher levels of energy efficiency and switching to lower greenhouse gas options as part of building maintenance, renewal and renovation projects. Consultants completed a background report in the third quarter of 2017 with recommendations that guided the first phase of program design. In October 2017, the Board approved an additional $192,500 funding for the Strata Energy Program from Air Quality reserves based on a revised scope and expanded financial contributions from funding partners. Currently, there are six funding partners for the Strata Energy Advisor Program: City of Vancouver, City of Richmond, City of New Westminster, City of North Vancouver, City of Surrey, and UBC. A request for proposals was issued for the consultant to complete detailed program design and deliver the program. A program delivery consultant was selected and is working with Metro Vancouver and the program steering committee to finalize the detailed program design and



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communication and outreach materials for the program launch in April 2018. Strata buildings across the region will be able to register for the program until October 2018 and the energy advisor will work with strata councils and/or building managers until the fourth quarter of 2019 to complete energy efficiency and GHG reduction projects. TRANSIT ORIENTED AFFORDABLE HOUSING FUND: IN PROGRESS At its meeting on April 4, 2018, the Climate Action Committee endorsed a recommendation for the MVRD Board to approve an amendment to the scope of the Transit-Oriented Affordable Housing Fund project to include tools identified in the Transit-Oriented Affordable Housing Study. The MVRD Board will consider the recommendation for approval at its meeting on April 27, 2018. In 2016, the MVRD Board approved a $100,000 contribution from the Regional District Sustainability Innovation Fund to the Transit-Oriented Affordable Housing Fund project. The project was intended to begin as soon as the Transit-Oriented Affordable Housing Study (Phase 1) was completed in order to benefit from the research learnings. Phase 1 showed that making affordable rental housing projects financially viable requires a comprehensive approach, including lower construction costs and reduced (or eliminated) land costs. Based on the Phase 1 learnings and direction from the MVRD Board, staff are advancing a scope of work for Phase 2 of the Transit-Oriented Affordable Housing Study. The Phase 2 study will explore the effectiveness and applicability of a set of tools, including a regional revolving loan fund, to facilitate the construction of transit-oriented affordable rental housing in the Metro Vancouver region by targeting construction and land costs. It is anticipated that the study findings will be communicated widely to federal, provincial, and regional stakeholders, and may recommend implementation approaches on tools deemed effective, viable, and acceptable. Given the alignment between the original SIF project and the Phase 2 TOAH study, an amended SIF project scope will encourage greater research synergies and participation from interested partners, including potential in-kind and funding contributions. Phase 1 of the TOAH study benefited greatly from a successful partnership comprising BC Housing, BC Non-Profit Housing Association, TransLink, and Vancity. Discussions are underway with these partners to confirm their interest and role in Phase 2 of the study. The Phase 2 study is expected to be completed in early 2019. THE REGIONAL PARK SOLAR-POWERED CONVERSION PROJECT: COMPLETE The solar-powered conversion project implements a green energy system at a regional park operations facility. The former gas-powered generation has been replaced with a solar energy system, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and other air pollutants, and eliminating gas-powered generator noise. The solar energy system is capable of supporting a fully-functioning on-site workshop and will improve staff productivity. The detailed system design was completed in early 2017, and following the issuance of an RFP, the work was awarded in Fall 2017. Contracted work was completed in March 2018. SIF-funded project components include a containerized hybrid solar-power system, pole-mounted solar panel arrays, and electrical infrastructure to receive power within the operations facility. Infrastructure security



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has been considered throughout project design and installation, with additional security measures funded by Regional Parks. The project aims to demonstrate the potential for similar conversions at other remote parks or utility sites across the region. Evaluation of system efficacy will take place six months after installation and one year after installation, after which project results and learnings will be summarized. CITY OF LANGLEY URBAN AGRICULTURE DEMONSTRATION: IN PROGRESS This project is a collaboration with the City of Langley and Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s (KPU) Institute for Sustainable Food Systems to investigate urban agriculture and/or other food system amenities within a 10 hectare powerline corridor right-of-way in an existing residential neighbourhood. The procurement of KPU’s technical services was initiated in 2017, after which the City of Langley and KPU undertook a planning process to develop a site plan and operating budget for the urban agriculture amenity. Project consultation included adjacent residents as well as the broader community, and the following agency stakeholders: BC Hydro, Agricultural Land Commission, Langley School District, Fraser Health and neighbouring municipalities. The residents adjacent to the site expressed concerns to the City about perceived potential negative impacts of the project. The City and KPU made several efforts to address the residents’ concerns, some of which may have arisen due to incomplete knowledge of the project, while other concerns were not related to the project but to broader issues in the community. On March 5, 2018, KPU presented the final site plan and technical report to Langley Council, which chose to accept the report for information but not to advance any further work in light of opposition from adjacent residents. The final phase of work is a collaboration between KPU and Metro Vancouver staff to distill lessons learned into a brief ‘how to’ guide for other municipalities in the region with an interest in advancing agriculture in rights-of-way in their own jurisdictions. Staff anticipate that the final ‘lessons learned’ component will be completed by end of April 2018. EXPLORING INNOVATIVE ACCESS AND PRICING MECHANISMS FOR A MULTIPURPOSE DIRECT CURRENT FAST CHARGER FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES AT METROTOWER III (‘DCFC AT MT3’): IN PROGRESS This project involves purchasing, installing and commissioning a Direct Current Fast Charger (DCFC) to charge electric vehicles (EVs), and then test innovative usage pricing mechanisms and access rules. The DCFC would be located within access to Metrotower III and would be accessible to Metro Vancouver’s fleet, as well as EVs owned by staff, visitors and members of the public. DCFCs are expected to be an essential element of fleet charging infrastructure and EV charging networks more generally because they are designed to charge EVs very quickly. An initial costing analysis was performed in summer 2017. The procurement of the DCFC was merged with Metro Vancouver’s fleet EV charging units and infrastructure in order to reduce costs. Procurement will be completed by mid-April and the installation of EV charging units and infrastructure is expected to be finished in June 2018.



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A site has been selected on the P1 level of the Metrotown parking lot, adjacent to Metrotower II, for the DCFC. This is a location accessible to the public 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, in a sheltered parkade, managed and secured by Metropolis at Metrotown. Staff are exploring various pricing options for use of the DCFC, and are in discussions with BC Hydro on opportunities for establishing a separate meter for electric vehicle charging. NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL SYMBIOSIS PROGRAM – METRO VANCOUVER: IN PROGRESS Metro Vancouver has partnered with the Light House Sustainable Building Centre to pilot Canada’s first National Industrial Symbiosis Program (NISP). Industrial symbioses support the circular economy by transforming “wastes” from one business into higher value inputs for another business, such as using shredded tires as a building material for a new road. The NISP approach helps facilitate business-to-business relationships to maximize efficient use of logistics, space, or even research and development resources. Greater resource efficiency and waste management can help support regional goals associated with reducing, reusing, and recycling solid waste, reducing GHG emissions, and reducing water demand. The first NISP workshop was held at the Annacis Research Centre and the second at the Surrey Operations Centre. The workshops drew a diverse group of participants from 40 businesses. More than 400 potential symbiosis-matches were discussed at these workshops. The local NISP practitioners will follow up with businesses to help them convert these ideas into real projects that deliver triple bottom line benefits. Over the next several months, four additional workshops will be held in the Lower Mainland to identify additional symbiosis opportunities. Businesses of all sizes and in all sectors are encouraged to attend future workshops; more information can be found on the program website (http://nispcanada.ca/). Additional funding partners include the City of New Westminster, the City of Surrey, the BC Innovation Council, BC Ministry of Agriculture, BC Ministry of Energy, and the federal government. ALTERNATIVES This is an information report. No alternatives are presented. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The projects summarized in this report, had funding approved by the MVRD Board in 2016 and 2017. The disbursal of funds was made in accordance with the Regional District Sustainability Innovation Fund Policy that governs the use and management of the Funds. Annually, $347,000 is contributed to the reserve fund. The projected 2018 reserves in the Regional District Sustainability Innovation Fund total $11.94 million. The table below outlines the funding approved and the amount spent to date for each project. Any unspent funds for completed projects remain in the Sustainability Innovation Fund reserve.


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Project Total Amount of Funding Approved


2018) 2015 Approval Year Improving Ecological Health and Carbon Sequestration Potential at Burns Bog

$115,000 $112,138

Strata Energy Advisor Program $200,000 * $85,670 2016 Approval Year Transit Oriented Affordable Housing Fund $100,000 $0 The Regional Park Solar-Powered Conversion Project $100,000 $100,000 City of Langley Urban Agriculture Demonstration $50,000 $41,500 2017 Approval Year DCFC at MT3 $150,000 $500 National Industrial Symbiosis Program – Metro Vancouver $100,000 $40,000

* In October 2017, the MVRD Board approved additional funding of $192,500 from Air Quality reserves for this project, and directed staff to proceed with the program under a revised scope

SUMMARY / CONCLUSION This report has presented an update on seven projects funded under the Regional District Sustainability Innovation Fund. The Sustainability Innovation Funds were created by the Board in 2004 to provide financial support to utility or Regional District projects that contribute to the region’s sustainability. 24841346


To: Climate Action Committee From: Inder Singh, Director, Policy, Planning and Analysis

Water Services Department Date: April 19, 2018 Meeting Date: May 2, 2018 Subject: 2018 Update on Water Sustainability Innovation Fund Projects RECOMMENDATION That the GVWD Board receive for information the report dated April 19, 2018, titled “2018 Update on Water Sustainability Innovation Fund Projects”. PURPOSE This report provides an update on four projects funded under the Water Sustainability Innovation Fund. BACKGROUND The Water Sustainability Innovation Fund was created by the Board in 2004 to provide financial support to water utility projects that contribute to the region’s sustainability. The GVWD Board adopted the Water Sustainability Innovation Fund Policy on June 27, 2014, with further amendments in 2016, to guide the use and management of the Fund. The policy requires that the Climate Action Committee be updated on an annual basis on the deliverables, outcomes and measurable benefits of the projects receiving funding. This report presents an update on projects that have not yet been reported as complete to the Climate Action Committee. The projects outlined below were approved for funding in 2016 and 2017. Projects that were approved for funding in 2018 have not been included in this report, but will be reported on in 2019, per the policy.



Mountain Lake Tapping 2016 $125,000 Complete Assessing Densification Impact on Water Demand 2016 $155,000 Complete Earthquake Early Warning for Water Supply 2017 $100,000 In Progress Smart Watering App 2017 $80,000 In Progress

MOUNTAIN LAKE TAPPING: COMPLETE The Mountain Lake Tapping project explored the potential for accessing stored water in alpine lakes that is currently not available to the transmission system with existing infrastructure. During periods of drought, as experienced in 2015, and given climate change forecasts predicting longer drier summers, accessing this additional water may become increasingly important. The intent of this project was to install a siphon system that would raise the water up and over the natural spill crest of a test lake to flow by gravity to the source reservoir and into existing water supply infrastructure.

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A large diameter siphon was successfully installed and operated over a 27-day period in September 2017 at Enchantment Lake, a remote mountain location in the upper Capilano Watershed. Hydrological studies were completed to monitor the siphon’s performance, water balance of Enchantment Lake, and downstream flow conditions in Enchantment Creek and the Capilano River. Environmental research studies were completed to assess any downstream fisheries habitat implications. All reporting requirements for the provincial short-term use of water approval were completed in late 2017. The experience gained, along with the acquired equipment, will contribute to the future use of scaled-up siphon systems at Enchantment Lake as well as other similar mountain lakes during periods of drought and emergencies. ASSESSING DENSIFICATION IMPACT ON WATER DEMAND: COMPLETE The Assessing Densification Impact on Water Demand project provides a broader understanding of the evolution of growth in the region and its impacts on water use. As residential population density increases and the region develops based on the guidelines established under the Metro 2040 (Regional Growth Strategy), corresponding shifts in water use are expected. The primary objectives of this project were to assess the impacts of urban densification and other smart growth strategies on water use.

The consultant assessed 2016 residential water demand and determined relationships with land use developments of various forms and estimated dwelling growth and water use for 2040. It is projected that by 2040, the majority of the residential development will be multi-family homes which have much less irrigable area compared to single-family detached homes. This densification will decrease outdoor per capita water use. Indoor water usage on a per capita basis is not anticipated to be significantly affected by densification. The findings from this project provide a better understanding of the relationship between land use development and water demands within the region, both currently and into the future. The project also investigated the impacts of various water conservation measures, including an initial assessment of landscaping standards, greywater reuse and rainwater harvesting. EARTHQUAKE EARLY WARNING FOR WATER SUPPLY: IN PROGRESS The Earthquake Early Warning (EEW) for Water Supply project will permit Metro Vancouver to explore the opportunities for an early warning system that could reduce the potential for disruption to the provision of water to the region in the event of a major earthquake. It may also reduce the recovery time to restore services to some or all areas of the region. Specifically, the project will investigate the opportunities and benefits of installing primary wave (P-wave) monitoring devices on critical water infrastructure that would potentially provide a 30 to 90 second warning before the earthquake is felt at that location. The project objectives are to assess available technology for EEW systems, identify areas of the water system that may benefit from such a system, review provincial plans for EEW and identify areas of potential collaboration. The project will develop preliminary design options for a pilot EEW system



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and recommend next steps for implementation. The knowledge gained from this project will be directly transferable to the protection of other Metro Vancouver infrastructure, such as the liquid waste system and housing assets, and will build capacity in the region for assessing the usefulness of regional EEW systems. A Request for Statement of Qualifications to engage consulting services is in progress. The consultant engagement is anticipated to be underway this Spring. SMART WATERING APP: IN PROGRESS The Smart Watering App will be a predictive application that will inform Metro Vancouver residents on how to effectively and efficiently water outdoor plants, by providing location specific and weather based watering requirements, based on Drinking Water Conservation Plan (DWCP) watering restrictions, historical and forecasted weather data, soil conditions, landscape characteristics, and other user-specified factors. A key project goal is to provide residents with a convenient tool to better understand outdoor watering restrictions that will facilitate improved compliance with the DWCP, as well as to increase awareness of the importance of efficient water use that results in lasting behavioral changes. A Request for Statement of Qualifications to engage consulting services is in progress. The consultant engagement is anticipated to be underway this Spring. ALTERNATIVES This is an information report. No alternatives are presented. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The projects summarized in this report had funding approved by the GVWD Board in 2016 and 2017. The disbursal of funds was made in accordance with the applicable Sustainability Innovation Fund Policy that governs the use and management of the Funds. Annually, $723,000 is contributed to the reserve fund. The projected 2018 reserves in the Water Sustainability Innovation Fund total $11.86 million. The table below outlines the funding approved and the amount spent to date for each project allocated funding in 2017 and 2018. Any unspent funds for completed projects remain in the Sustainability Innovation Fund reserve.

Project Total Amount of Funding Approved


2018) 2016 Approval Year Mountain Lake Tapping $125,000 $90,000 Assessing Densification Impact on Water Demand $155,000 $138,000 2017 Approval Year Earthquake Early Warning for Water Supply $100,000 $0 Smart Watering App $80,000 $0



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SUMMARY / CONCLUSION This report has presented an update on four projects funded under the Water Sustainability Innovation Fund. The Sustainability Innovation Funds were created by the Board in 2004 to provide financial support to utility or Regional District projects that contribute to the region’s sustainability. 24841323


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To: Climate Action Committee From: Sinead Murphy, Senior Policy and Planning Analyst

Parks, Planning and Environment Department Date: April 13, 2018 Meeting Date: May 2, 2018 Subject: Update on Metro Vancouver’s Grow Green Website and the ‘Growing Green in

Metro Vancouver’ Forum RECOMMENDATION That the MVRD Board receive for information the report dated April 13, 2018, titled “Update on Metro Vancouver’s Grow Green Website and the ‘Growing Green in Metro Vancouver’ Forum.” PURPOSE To provide the Climate Action Committee and the MVRD Board with an update on Metro Vancouver’s Grow Green Website (www.growgreenguide.ca) and a summary of the ‘Growing Green in Metro Vancouver’ Forum held in collaboration with UBC Botanical Garden on February 23, 2018. BACKGROUND Grow Green is an ongoing program that was initially funded by the Sustainability Innovation Fund in 2015 and was launched in May 2016. Staff have made some updates to the website in 2017 and the second annual ‘Growing Green in Metro Vancouver’ Forum was recently held at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Langley to engage with horticulture professionals on sustainable horticulture practices. This report provides an update on the Grow Green website and Forum, which is included in the Climate Action Committee’s 2018 work plan. METRO VANCOUVER’S GROW GREEN WEBSITE The Grow Green website was designed in collaboration with UBC Botanical Garden to provide residents throughout the region with guidance on how to grow an eco-friendly lawn or garden, regardless of gardening skill or space constraints. All plants used on the website are suitable for this region, readily available, non-invasive, low maintenance and waterwise, and the designs have been planned to provide food and habitat to birds and pollinators throughout the year. The website is suitable for a range of households, including single-family units with yards, town houses with small individual yards or common spaces, and condos and apartments that are equipped with patios. Users can take a quiz to determine the best plants and designs for their growing conditions, search a database of over 350 plants for ideas, print a selection of 110 designs to take to their local nursery, and review gardening advice to improve the success of their garden and its contribution to regional sustainability. The information provided through Grow Green aims to increase public awareness of the potential for private green spaces to provide ecosystem services (the essential benefits that nature provides for


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free, such as habitat, shade, food, etc.), and to promote ecological health and biodiversity within urban areas. As a result, the website advances a number of Metro Vancouver sustainability objectives, including those that promote water conservation (e.g., lawn watering regulations), the capture and retention of rainwater on site, the use of compost, and practices that increase biodiversity in urban areas. TRACKING PERFORMANCE Website data is analyzed to track the performance of the Grow Green website, to understand how users are engaging with content, and to assess the effectiveness of social media. In 2017, the Grow Green website received 14,602 visits, which is a significant increase from the 7,984 total website visits in 2016. The overwhelming majority of activity on the website in Canada (92%) came from within the region and was well distributed across the region. Of the visits in 2017, the majority (70%) were new visitors, indicating that Grow Green is growing in popularity. During the 2017 growing season (April to August), the Grow Green website regularly received up to 200 visits per day. During this time, the average visitor spent 2.5 minutes on the website and clicked on 4 different pages, which indicates Grow Green is providing the information that users are interested in and want to read more about. The most commonly generated quiz result for 2017 was an edible food garden bed, and lawn alternatives made up 3 of the top 5 most viewed designs. Social media has been an effective tool to promote Grow Green and drive traffic to the website, and to link to other Metro Vancouver outreach and information. In 2017, Facebook and Twitter activity was positively received by residents, with high levels of engagement (i.e., shares, likes, comments). For example, one particular Facebook post received over 420 reactions, which means people either “liked”, commented, or shared the post with their friends. In addition, links to the Grow Green website were shared over 500 times through Facebook and Twitter. RECENT WEBSITE UPDATES AND COMMUNITY EVENTS In 2017, staff developed a new section on the website called “Green Thumb News” to fulfill requests from residents to provide practical, simple gardening advice. The purpose of this section is to help ensure gardening success in a way that also contributes to regional sustainability. Recent articles include spring gardening tips and managing weeds without resorting to chemicals. Grow Green information was featured alongside UBC Botanical Garden displays at a variety of community events including ‘Agriculture in the City’ at the PNE, Applefest at UBC, and UHill Elementary Earth Day BBQ. UBC Botanical Garden also features five of the most popular Grow Green designs in a Grow Green exhibit. In 2017, over 50,000 people visited UBC Botanical Garden with access to the exhibit and approximately 5,000 people went on a general tour which includes the exhibit. Staff will continue to look for opportunities to promote Grow Green at various events across the region.


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‘GROWING GREEN IN METRO VANCOUVER’ FORUM The horticulture industry is a key stakeholder in many sustainability objectives promoted through Grow Green, including water conservation, compost use, and biodiversity. On February 23, 2018, the second annual ‘Growing Green in Metro Vancouver’ Forum was held at Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s School of Horticulture in Langley to engage with industry professionals on sustainable horticulture practices. The Forum focused on exploring how the horticulture industry is adapting to climate change and was attended by seventy-seven representatives from a broad spectrum of the horticulture industry such as local government staff from member jurisdictions, landscapers, landscape architects, academics, producers and retailers. Presentations focused on providing a range of industry perspectives on horticulture challenges associated with climate change. The 2019 Forum will be considered by the Board as part of the 2019 budget approval process and staff will consider potential locations that would facilitate region-wide discussions about Grow Green and sustainable horticulture practices that advance Metro Vancouver objectives. ALTERNATIVES This is an information report. No alternatives are presented. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Initial funds ($80,000) received from the Sustainability Innovation Fund for the development of the Grow Green website were used in 2015 and 2016. Ongoing funding for website enhancements and updates, digital promotion, and hosting the “Growing Green in Metro Vancouver” Forum is allotted within the Regional Planning (Environment) budget. SUMMARY / CONCLUSION The Grow Green website, launched in 2016, was designed in collaboration with UBC Botanical Garden to provide residents throughout the region with guidance on how to grow an eco-friendly lawn or garden, regardless of gardening skill or space constraints. Web-traffic data collected in 2017 indicates Grow Green is growing in popularity (up to 200 visits per day during the growing season), with high levels of engagement on social media. In late 2017, a new section was added called “Green Thumb News” to fulfill requests from residents to provide practical, simple gardening advice. On February 23, 2018, Metro Vancouver, in collaboration with UBC Botanical Garden, held the ‘Growing Green in Metro Vancouver’ Forum to engage with horticulture professionals on sustainable horticulture practices. The Forum focused on exploring how the horticulture industry is adapting to climate change and was attended by seventy-seven representatives from a broad spectrum of the horticulture industry, including staff from member jurisdictions. The 2019 Forum will be considered by the MVRD Board as part of the 2019 budget approval process, and staff will provide an update to the Committee after it has taken place. References 1. Grow Green Website


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To: Climate Action Committee From: Derek Jennejohn, Lead Senior Engineer

Grace Cockle, Senior Officer Parks, Planning and Environment Department

Date: April 13, 2018 Meeting Date: May 2, 2018 Subject: Partnering Agreements for Metro Vancouver’s Wood Stove Exchange Program RECOMMENDATION That the MVRD Board: a) authorize the participation of wood burning appliance retailers in Metro Vancouver’s wood stove

exchange program; b) direct staff to publish Metro Vancouver’s intention to work with wood burning appliance retailers

listed in (c) below to carry out the program; c) authorize the Metro Vancouver Regional District to enter into a partnering agreement with each

of the following retailers to establish the terms and conditions of the services they would provide to Metro Vancouver as part of the program:





PURPOSE To seek Board authorization to enter into partnering agreements with additional wood burning appliance retailers for Metro Vancouver’s Wood Stove Exchange Program, and provide an update on the status of the program. BACKGROUND To meet requirements of the Local Government Act, staff are seeking authorization from the Metro Vancouver Board to formalize participation of additional wood burning appliance retailers in the Metro Vancouver Wood Stove Exchange Program. The Program has operated since 2009, with ongoing funding from the provincial government, to provide incentives to change out older, higher-emitting wood burning devices for cleaner alternatives. Since its inception in the region, the Program has provided rebates for over 500 exchanges, improving local air quality for residents. Residential wood burning appliances contribute about 30% of total regional emissions of fine particulate matter (PM2.5). Exposure to PM2.5 emissions is associated with health impacts, and programs to reduce


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PM2.5, including in residential neighbourhoods, are a priority in Metro Vancouver’s air quality program. Wood Stove Exchange Program The Wood Stove Exchange Program reduces emissions from residential wood burning in the region by providing rebates to accelerate replacement of older, uncertified wood burning appliances (e.g., wood stoves and fireplaces) with units that are more energy efficient and meet more stringent emissions standards. New, certified wood stoves, if operated properly, can reduce PM2.5 emissions by as much as 80% compared to uncertified appliances, and natural gas appliances can reduce PM2.5 emissions by 99%. The program is funded by the BC Wood Stove Exchange Program, which provides funding to local governments, non-profit organizations or airshed/air quality management organizations. Since 2009 Metro Vancouver has received approximately $163,000 in funding from the provincial program and completed over 500 exchanges, resulting in ongoing PM2.5 reductions of more than nine tonnes per year, and air quality improvements in neighbourhoods across the region. Metro Vancouver provides a $250 rebate for the exchange of an uncertified wood burning appliance for a certified wood burning appliance or electric insert. New for 2018, the amount of the rebate has been increased to $400 for exchanges to a natural gas or propane appliance, pellet stove or electric heat pump. The program also provides education and outreach materials on how to burn wood more cleanly, and workshops aimed at promoting proper wood burning practices. To further reduce exposure to wood smoke from residential indoor burning, Metro Vancouver has been seeking input on proposed regulatory measures. In October 2017, the Climate Action Committee and MVRD Board directed staff to proceed with public consultation on a regulatory proposal; the deadline for feedback was March 23, 2018, however, Metro Vancouver will continue to accept any comments up to the date the MVRD Board makes a decision about regulatory measures. Requirements for New Participating Retailers The Wood Stove Exchange Program includes 18 participating retailers across the region. Participating retailers play an important role in the program, by confirming eligibility of homeowners for rebates, ensuring removal from service of uncertified wood stoves, and distributing educational materials. With increasing awareness of the program, staff has received requests from seven additional retailers expressing interest in joining the program, which would bring the total number of retailers to 25. The two steps below are required to formalize participation of wood burning appliance retailers in the Wood Stove Exchange Program:

1. Partnering agreement – the program will provide limited assistance to participating retailers by advertising their names on promotional materials. Under the Local Government Act, the MVRD Board may provide assistance to an industrial, commercial or business undertaking only under a partnering agreement.

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ALTERNATIVES 1. That the MVRD Board:

a) authorize the participation of wood burning appliance retailers in Metro Vancouver’s wood stove exchange program;

b) direct staff to publish Metro Vancouver’s intention to work with wood burning appliance retailers listed in (c) below to carry out the program;

c) authorize the Metro Vancouver Regional District to enter into a partnering agreement with each of the following retailers to establish the terms and conditions of the services they would provide to Metro Vancouver as part of the program:





2. That the MVRD Board receive for information the report dated April 13, 2018, titled “Partnering

Agreements for Metro Vancouver’s Wood Stove Exchange Program”, and provide alternate direction to staff.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Metro Vancouver applies for and receives funding from the Province to operate the regional wood stove exchange program. Since 2009 Metro Vancouver has received approximately $163,000 in funding, including $17,750 in November 2017. Provincial funds are used to provide rebates for exchanges. Administration of the program is accommodated within existing Metro Vancouver budgets and the program can be continued without any additional financial implications. Under Alternative 1, seven additional retailers would be added. SUMMARY / CONCLUSION Residential wood burning appliances are significant contributors to fine particulate matter emissions, representing about 30% of the region’s PM2.5 emissions. Metro Vancouver has operated a Wood Stove Exchange Program since 2009, with ongoing funding from the provincial government, which has reduced PM2.5 emissions in over 500 neighbourhoods, ultimately improving local air quality and mitigating health impacts for residents. Staff seeks to enter into partnering agreements with seven additional home heating appliance retailers for the Wood Stove Exchange Program. Alternative 1 is recommended, whereby staff seeks authorization from the Metro Vancouver Board to formalize the participation of these additional wood burning appliance retailers in the program. 25022315


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Parks, Planning and Environment Department Date: April 13, 2018 Meeting Date: May 2, 2018 Subject: Manager’s Report RECOMMENDATION That the Climate Action Committee receive for information the report dated April 13, 2018, titled “Manager’s Report”. Climate Action Committee 2018 Work Plan Attachment 1 to this report sets out the Committee’s Workplan for 2018. The status of work program elements is indicated as pending, in progress, or complete. The listing is updated as needed to include new issues that arise, items requested by the Committee, and changes to the schedule. Emotive Campaign at the Vancouver International Auto Show The Emotive campaign participated in the Vancouver International Auto Show, held on March 28-April 1 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Emotive staff facilitated the electric vehicle (EV) test drive portion of the Auto Show, supported by dozens of volunteer ambassadors from the EV-owner community. Emotive provides a unique service for prospective electric vehicle owners in the region: a single place to try multiple EVs and have technical questions answered without sales pressure. Emotive ran 1,452 test drives over 5 days, with 10 different models of battery electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. The 2018 test drive event represented a 13% increase in the number of test drives compared to 2017, and more than triple the number of test drives in 2015 (the first year Emotive was at the Auto Show). Based on the outcome of this test drive event, demand for this service appears to be growing. For example:

• on the weekends, line-ups for test drives started forming before the event opening time of 11 AM;

• many Auto Show attendees signed up for four or more vehicle test drives back-to-back; • some attendees stated that the sole reason they came to the Auto Show was to participate

in the Emotive test drive; and • a few attendees returned to the show on a subsequent day in order to complete test drives

on the vehicles they wanted to try. Staff also fielded questions this year that were more technical and vehicle-specific than in previous years, indicating a growing understanding of EVs and a greater receptivity to the idea of purchasing an EV as their next vehicle. The next major public test drive event Emotive will be participating in is Electrafest, which will be held August 18, 2018, at the Round House Community Centre in Vancouver. Emotive 2018 Outreach Schedule Metro Vancouver’s Emotive team has set engagement targets for the 2018 event season, notably to:

• participate in events that take place in at least 18 member jurisdictions;

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• facilitate 11,000 booth engagements, which would represent a 10% increase from 2017; • facilitate up to 7 separate “Lunch & Learn” type information sessions for member jurisdictions

and community groups; and • facilitate approximately 2,000 test drives, a 10% increase from 2017.

The Emotive campaign will be active all summer with plans to attend many community events with staffed booths (non-test drive events). Below is a listing of some events in April to June:

• Party for the Planet, City of Surrey (April 14) • U Hill Elementary Earth Day, UBC (April 19) • Fingerling Festival, City of Port Moody (May 5) • Richmond Public Works Open House, City of Richmond (May 12) • BCTECH Summit, City of Vancouver (May 14-16) • Hats Off Day, City of Burnaby (June 2) • Car Free Main Street, City of Vancouver (June 16)

BC SCRAP-IT Program Electric Vehicle Incentives In February 2018, the BC SCRAP-IT Program announced new incentives of $6,000 towards purchase of a new electric vehicle (EV) or $3,000 towards the purchase of a used EV, with the scrappage of an existing vehicle. These incentives are in addition to the provincial Clean Energy Vehicle Program incentives of up to $5,000 for new vehicles. Out of the 1,250 allocations available in 2018 for both new and used electric vehicles, almost 400 have been claimed as of April 10, 2018. In order to qualify, new vehicles must have a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $77,000 or less, be available in Canada and be delivered within 90 days. Scrapped vehicles can be any model year and must have been insured in BC by the applicant for at least six months at the time of application to the program. Additional incentive funding is expected to be made available for the BC SCRAP-IT Program in January 2019, and continue on an annual basis for the next few years. More information is available at scrapit.ca BC Charging Solutions and Incentives Program In March 2018, the Province of B.C. launched the Charging Solutions and Incentives Program (CSI). This program, administered by the Fraser Basin Council, provides rebates towards the cost of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and provides support services for planning and installing EV chargers. The program offerings are as follows:

• support and consultation on EV charging solutions in multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs) and workplaces;

• incentives for MURB charging infrastructure and installation; • incentives for workplace charging infrastructure and installation; and • rebates for single-family home charging infrastructure and installation.

The Program is intended for retrofits of existing buildings (not new buildings) and is offered on a first-come basis. The CSI Program is complementary to Metro Vancouver’s EVCondo.ca and EVWorkplace.ca outreach programs, so these programs are being co-promoted. More information is available at pluginbc.ca/charging-program/charging-solutions-incentives


https://scrapit.ca/

https://pluginbc.ca/charging-program/charging-solutions-incentives/

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Update on Bylaw & Regulation Development Activities The Climate Action Committee 2018 Work Plan includes a number of Bylaw & Regulation Development activities related to non-road diesel engines, automotive refinishing facilities, residential wood burning, odour management, and outdoor burning. Following consultation in late 2016 and early 2017, an amendment to the Non-Road Diesel Engine Emission Regulation Bylaw was developed by staff and passed by the MVRD Board on March 23, 2018. Work is currently underway to implement changes to the registration system associated with the bylaw, and key provisions of the amended bylaw related to low-use engines will come into effect on January 2, 2019. The public consultation period for proposed amendments to Metro Vancouver’s existing Automotive Refinishing Emissions Regulation closed on March 31, 2018. Staff are currently summarizing feedback, considering changes to the proposed amendments based on consultation input, and drafting bylaw language. A consultation summary report and amending bylaw are expected to be ready for Committee and Board consideration in Q3 2018. The public consultation period for Metro Vancouver’s proposed bylaw to reduce emissions from residential wood burning closed on March 23, 2018. Staff are currently summarizing consultation feedback, which will inform any adjustments to the regulatory proposal. Staff expect to bring a consultation summary report to the Committee and Board for consideration at their July 2018 meetings, with a bylaw to follow later in 2018 pending Board direction. The public consultation period for Metro Vancouver’s Discussion Paper on “Regulating Emissions of Odorous Air Contaminants” closed on April 27, 2018. Staff are currently summarizing consultation feedback, and expect to bring a consultation summary report to the Committee and Board for consideration at their July 2018 meetings, along with recommended next steps. Staff are currently developing a discussion paper on options for regulation of outdoor burning, including activities such as agricultural burning, burning associated with land clearing, prescribed forestry burning, and residential outdoor burning. Staff expect to bring this discussion paper to the Committee and Board for consideration and authorization to initiate preliminary consultation in Q3 2018. Attachment 1. Climate Action Committee 2018 Work Plan 24813884


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Priorities

1st Quarter Status Discussion paper on Climate 2050: Metro Vancouver’s Climate Action Strategy complete Consumer preferences related to electric vehicles in Metro Vancouver complete Electric vehicle charging bylaws across Metro Vancouver region complete Proposed amendments to Non-road Diesel Engine Emission Regulation complete Sustainability Innovation Fund proposals and recommendations to the Board complete Participate in environmental assessment processes as requested complete 2nd Quarter Emotive electric vehicle campaign events schedule for 2018 in progress Update on DC Fast Charger project at Metro Tower III (SIF project) in progress Strata Energy Advisor program launch (SIF project) in progress Update on Fleet Planning and Acquisition Policy in progress Results of first phase of consultation on development of a regional odour management strategy

in progress

Framework for update to Air Quality Management Plan, including discussion paper in progress 7th annual Caring for the Air report in progress Status report on previously approved Sustainability Innovation Fund projects in progress Draft Ecological Health Plan and consultation summary in progress Sensitive Ecosystem Inventory update in progress Methods to assess regional ecosystem services in progress Update on Grow Green website and forum in progress Participate in environmental assessment processes as requested in progress 3rd Quarter Amendments to Automotive Refinishing Facilities Emission Regulation in progress Climate 2050: Metro Vancouver’s Climate Action Strategy - consider adoption by the Board

pending

Metro Vancouver’s Sustainable Building and Infrastructure Policy in progress Metro Vancouver’s climate actions and carbon neutral progress for 2017 in progress Progress report on National Industrial Symbiosis Project (SIF project) in progress Proposed residential wood burning bylaw in progress Bylaw development consultation paper on odour management in progress New ambient air quality objective for nitrogen dioxide in progress Review of ambient air quality monitoring network pending Ecological Health Plan - consider adoption by the Board pending Best management practices for invasive species in progress Participate in environmental assessment processes as requested pending 4th Quarter Emotive electric vehicle campaign outcomes for 2017 pending Discussion paper on outdoor burning emissions management pending User fees from air quality permits and regulations in progress Proposed 2019 air quality budget and work plans, and 5 year financial plan pending Participate in environmental assessment processes as requested pending

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