Energy & Carbon Management: The Cool Planet Project VIEW Partnership September 1, 2011
The Climate Registry
California’s official voluntary GHG registry
The only government endorsed registry in North America, capturing corporate inventories
A community of 440 business, governmental and NGO leaders
Referenced in the US EPA’s mandatory reporting rule; SEC financial disclosure guidance; Congressional climate bills; CARB Scoping Plan
Registry’s Program: Measuring & Managing Carbon Output
General Reporting Protocol – “How to” Manual Climate Registry Information System (CRIS) Online GHG calculation, reporting, and verification tool Reporter technical help line Regular web-based training; educational webinars and newsletters; policy forums to keep members informed Community of Members provides shared best practices among industry sectors
Sector specific workgroups Interactive best practices database – ‘Carbon Collaborative’
Community of Members
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Flexible Membership Options
Platinum Reduce by 20%, maintain reduction
Gold Reduce your emissions by 5%, retain status for 3 years
Silver Publish a carbon management plan and reduction goal, demonstrate best practices
Climate Registered™ Report your complete, third party verified carbon footprint
Basic Membership Build capability and access Registry resources without having to verify or report 5
Strategic Registry Partnerships
Federal EPA, Pew Center, ACCO partnership to award voluntary corporate climate leadership
Sit on international Carbon Disclosure Standards Board
iCET partner in the development of a China registry
Consultant on GHG reporting to Israel, Brazil, Mexico, among others Is an accredited NGO to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Work with the World Resources Institute (WRI) on developing new GHG accounting standards/protocols (currently Scope 3) Partner with Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) and Greenhouse Gas Management Institute (GHGMI) on education and training materials, classes, seminars 66
How is Carbon Management Relevant Today?
A Commitment to Reduce Global Greenhouse Gases
Clean energy & climate change policies adopted by governments around the world President Obama issues executive order for all federal agencies to report and reduce GHGs; encourages suppliers U.S. EPA collects mandatory GHG data from largest emitters U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission requires first- in-the-world climate risk & opportunity disclosure In lieu of adopted federal policies in the U.S., regional initiatives take shape
Voluntary Carbon Market Is Expanding
National attention on supply chain as part of the solution: providing transparent carbon disclosure
Growing business and investor support for climate change policies, clean energy economy
‘Responsible Retailers’ are asking their suppliers for more transparent information about climate risks, carbon, energy, water output, sustainability initiatives (WalMart, Kaiser, IBM, SC Johnson, Pepsi have supplier scorecards & questionnaires in place)
93% CEOs ‘see sustainability as crucial to future success’
Consumer expectations to do business with environmentally sound companies continues to grow
*United Nations Global Compact & Accenture Sustainability Services; Sample 1,000
AB32: Global Warming Solutions Act Reduce GHG emissions to 1990 levels by 2020, which is approximately 15% GHG reduction from current levels Gives California Air Resources Board (CARB) authority to regulate all “significant” sources and to institute comprehensive reporting, monitoring, and reductions programs
Scoping Plan: Blueprint for AB32; reductions activities contributing to our goals
Cap-and-Trade: Broad market-based system for capping GHG emissions
Voluntary Action: Recognize and encourage early action with appropriate credit
GHG Protocols/Reporting & Inventory
Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCSF): Reduce carbon intensity of transportation fuels 10% by 2020
Aggressive Energy Efficiency goals, working with CPUC & CEC
Renewable Electricity Standard: 33% renewable energy by 2020
SB375 Regional Targets: Passenger vehicle emission targets for 2020 and 2035
AB32 and Local Governments According to CARB Scoping Plan:
“In recognition of the critical role local governments will play in the successful implementation of AB 32, ARB added a section describing this role and recommends a greenhouse gas reduction goal for local governments of 15 percent below today’s levels by 2020” “To provide local governments guidance on how to inventory and report greenhouse gas emissions from government buildings, facilities, vehicles, wastewater and potable water treatment facilities, landfill and composting facilities, and other government operations, ARB [in conjunction with The Registry] recently adopted the Local Government Operations Protocol”
CARB Scoping Plan: Local Governments
Build a GHG emissions inventory Develop Climate Action Plans, or other comprehensive approach to reduce GHG emissions Adopt Best Practices
Energy Efficiency / Demand Response Renewable Portfolio Standard Green Building Standards Recycling & Waste High GWP Gases Water Land-Use/Planning Transportation Vehicle Efficiency
Local Govt Operations Protocol
CARB contracted with the Registry and ICLEI to develop Local Government Operations Protocol LGO Protocol organizes GHG data in a structure that better reflects the operations of local governments
Buildings and Other Facilities Streetlights and Traffic Signals Water Delivery Facilities Wastewater Facilities Port Facilities
Airport Facilities Vehicle Fleets Transit Fleets Power Generation Facilities Solid Waste Facilities Other Process and Fugitive Emissions
Registry members include reporting indicators, to help develop relevant metrics:
Size Population Budget Services Provided
Employees Climate Zone Heating and Cooling degrees/days
SB375: Sustainable Communities &
Climate Protections Act
Passed in 2008, sets GHG reduction targets through optimal land use planning and regional transportation planning 18 regions in CA, governed by 18 metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs) Each region tasked with preparing a "sustainable communities strategy (SCS)“ demonstrating how the region will meet its GHG reduction target through integrated land use, housing and transportation planning September 2010, regional reduction targets adopted (by 2020, and by 2035):
Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG): 8 percent by 2020 and 13 percent by 2035 San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG): 7 percent and 13 percent Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG): 7 percent and 16 percent Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), San Francisco Bay Area: 7 percent and 15 percent
The Fundamentals
Recognized Greenhouse Gases (GHGs) Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Fossil fuel combustion (boilers, turbines, compressors, digesters, backup generators) and deforestation
Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)
Cooling and refrigeration; industrial and commercial needs; propellants; flame retardant;
Methane (CH4)
Landfills; livestock and livestock wastes; rice fields; wastewater treatment; production and distribution of natural gas and petroleum, and coal production
Nitrous Oxide (N2O)
Agriculture, (soil cultivation practices; use of commercial & organic fertilizers), and fossil fuel combustion
Perfluorocarbons (PFCs) Aluminum production; medical applications;
refrigerants; and semi conductor manufacturing
Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6) Electrical transmission and distribution systems; circuit breakers; insulators
GHG Emissions Sources: Scopes 1,2,3
Carbon Management ‘Measure, Reduce, Renew, Offset’
Measure: take inventory, establish a baseline, and document annual reduction activity – carbon footprinting
Reduce: use less energy (fossil fuels) through energy efficiency and conservation
Renew: invest in green, or renewable, power for what you can’t cut
Offset: purchase quality carbon credits to offset remaining carbon output
Get Organized
Create a GHG inventory team
Executive support; key personal – technical knowledge and diverse representation
Provide internal training and workshops
Develop an Inventory Management Plan (IMP)
Establishes consistent processes for collecting, calculating, and maintaining GHG data Promotes internal communication & centralizes institutional knowledge Demonstrates transparency, outlines a clear audit trail; can be used to promote your external communication efforts 19
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Building a GHG Inventory Step 1: Determine Your Boundaries
Geographic – state, national, international Control – operational, financial, equity share
Step 2: Identify Emission Sources & Collect Data
Scopes 1, 2, or 3 Data ALREADY exists, just being collected & organized differently
Step 3: Calculate Emissions
Metric tons of CO2 = fuel consumption × emission factor ÷ 1,000,000 Climate Registry Information System (CRIS) is web-based & password protected software; methodologies and emissions factors are current; calculate per source, per facility (can aggregate) Registry allows for 5% Simplified Estimation Method for overall GHG inventory
Step 4: Communicate Findings
Report verified carbon footprint to stakeholders, public CSR reports
Step 5: Evaluate Footprint
Identify reductions opportunities; integrate findings into decision-making
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Inventory: Complete…Now What? Step 1: Analyze Your Data
Identify large sources, compare efficiencies across equipment, facilities, fleets, etc
Step 2: Set a Reduction Target Step 3: Develop a Reduction Plan
Assemble in-house ‘Green Team’ Review financial capabilities, ROI, and departmental targets Get Energy Efficient Transition to low carbon energy Consider offsets for what you can not reduce Reduce Scope 3 emissions by buying green and selling green
Step 4: Identify Available Financial Resources
Programs and partnerships offer rebates, incentives, and low interest financing
Step 5: Involve Your Employees
Getting others involved jump starts significant behavioral changes; develop a corporate culture around going green
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The Value of Voluntary Reporting
Identify operational inefficiencies, cost savings opportunities, and carbon reduction strategies
Prepare for uncertain regulatory environments
Limit exposure to energy price volatility
Satisfy investor disclosure requirements; provide transparency to stakeholders
Substantiate your environmental claims
Lead by example, influence your community
The Cool Planet Project Reducing Energy Usage Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions! 1,400 kWh = One metric ton of CO2e 200 therms = One metric ton of CO2e 118 gallons = One metric ton of CO2e
One ton of CO2e is emitted when you: Run an average US household for 60 days Drive 1,900 miles in a mid-sized car Graze one Ugandan dairy cow for 8 mos
A Call to Action!
Utility business customers installing energy efficiency projects are saving energy, money, and reducing their carbon footprint.
Cool Planet helps customers manage their associated GHG emissions, establish a baseline, and document reductions. Cool Planet helps customers communicate their leadership
Benefits According to Energy Leader Partnership Ladder Silver Level
One Year of Registry Membership Personalized Onsite Customer Support & Training, up to 10 hours Publicity Campaign Eligible for Cool Planet Award Up to $5,000 towards Third Party Verification
Gold Level
Up to Two Years of Registry Membership Personalized On-site Customer Support & Training, up to 20 hours
Platinum Level
Publicity Campaign Eligible for Cool Planet Award Up to $10,000 towards Third Party Verification
Up to Three Years of Registry Membership Personalized On-site Customer Support & Training, up to 30 hours Publicity Campaign Eligible for Cool Planet Award Up to $15,000 towards Third Party Verification
The Cool Planet Project Program participants demonstrate leadership by measuring their carbon footprints AND reducing energy/GHGs through energy efficiency.
JANUARY 29, 2009
UC San Diego Installs Energy Dashboard Saving the Campus Nearly $1M Annually
ENVIRONMENTAL
Newport Beach's Jazz Semiconductor greens operations Company joins Cool Planet Project to help reduce carbon footprint. April 21, 2009
UCSD Awarded with Cool Planet Membership for Using Cutting Edge Energy Efficiency Technology to Combat Climate Change
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Chula Vista taking part in climate change project CHULA VISTA: The city has joined the Cool Planet Project, an energy efficiency and climate change mitigation program hosted by San Diego Gas & Electric and the Climate Registry.
Next Steps for Participation SCE Approval Energy Leader Partnership participant is eligible for the Cool Planet benefits package when they meet Energy Leader’s Silver status
The Climate Registry Welcome Application Process Cool Planet Presentation Municipality receives full briefing of program details, benefits, and next steps from their SCE Account Rep and The Registry
The Cool Planet Project application and The Registry’s ‘Statement of Intent’ are submitted to enroll
Approved customers receive a welcome letter, introductory package, and training materials
Environmental Leadership Publicity Media campaign to communicate customer’s environmental leadership
Thank you! Jennifer Kaminiski Associate Director North American Energy Efficiency Program The Climate Registry Tel. 213.785.1231 jkaminski@theclimateregistry.org
Membership Fee Structure Building your high quality inventory with The Registry will provide you an essential tool for developing a climate action plan and tracking reductions/progress over time, managing your carbon risks, reducing your energy costs, and providing credible environmental data to your Stakeholders. Non-profit, Government and Academic Organizations with Budgets Over $2 billion
$5,500
From $500 million – $2 billion
$4,000
From $100 million – $500 million
$3,000
From $20 million – $100 million
$1,200
Under $20 million
$750
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“10 Things I’ve Learned About Carbon Footprinting” 4. Carbon Footprints at the
Organizational Level Help Identify Cost Savings
For example, one large company discovered it spends more than $100 million annually on electricity, making it the second-fastest growing cost center after health care. The visibility led to numerous corporate initiatives aimed at reigning in these previously unmanaged costs. Carbon footprint analyses also tend to uncover billing errors, including double billing and billing for offices no longer occupied, in addition to good internal energy use metrics, such as kWh/sq ft.
Source URL: http://www.greenbiz.com/blog/2010/06/21/10-things-ive-learned-about-carbon-footprinting