Electric Mobility

OPG President and CEO Jeff Lyash Ford Canada president and CEO PWU President Mel Hyatt champions 2 on Ontario’s clean electricity potential 4 Mark Buzzell reveals a bold strategy 8 Ontario’s energy advantages Electric Mobility

A SPONSORED FEATURE BY PEPPER MEDIA Saturday, April 21, 2018

The signs are clear. Electric vehicles are here, and Canadians are plugging in Backed by clean power producers and propelled by auto makers and rising consumer demand, a clear shift towards electric vehicles is underway. Inside, how an EV convergence offers the potential to improve air quality and tackle climate change.

By Chantal Guimonte, As in other leading models, including SUVs. The variety Centre, in Toronto. At this one-stop President and CEO of of EVs offered is expanding and these destination, visitors can discover the countries around the vehicles are now penetrating all benefits of electric transportation, Electric Mobility Canada market segments. We must seize the and take test drives in the latest EV world, the support opportunities of this transition period. models in a sales-free, no-pressure ost countries have set From coast to coast, now is the time environment. Also, Waterloo-based ambitious targets to of all governments to invest wisely in our future. EV provider FleetCarma produced reduce greenhouse – federal, provincial Electric vehicles, however, are still a series of five entertaining promo- gas (GHG) emissions. in many ways a well-kept secret, tional videos. As the company says, How can we achieve and municipal – is even if all major players are commit- “Green is great, but now it’s time Mthese goals? Of course, we must limit ted to moving forward. We need to to focus on all the reasons why: our dependence on oil and work for essential to accelerate spread the good news about readily #EVsAreBetter” (available to all on further changes on several fronts. For available solutions, so that Canadians YouTube). the transportation sector, it means the rate of adoption can do their part in the fight against Among those reasons is the fact offering better services in an integrat- of EVs. We need more climate change. that EVs can be charged at home. ed fashion – by adding clean transit The new clean fuel providers Every morning, your EV has a full options and promoting active trans- communication – namely, the utilities that gener- tank of electricity. On the road, there portation, including cycling, walking ate, transmit and/or distribute the are almost 7,000 public charging and car sharing. Electric mobility is an about the benefits, electricity at the provincial and local stations in Canada, including close integral part of the solution. levels – play an important role. They to 350 fast-charging stations, with The Canadian government has more charging supply power and energy to EVs in many more implemented every day. set clear objectives to reduce GHG stations and a smart way, wherever drivers need Fast-charging corridors established in emissions by 30 per cent by 2030. to charge: at home, at work or in a British Columbia, Ontario and Quebec Transportation accounts for nearly 25 continued incentives. public space such as a shopping mall. are expanding and new corridors per cent of all emissions in Canada. In Canada, we are fortunate to have have been inaugurated in Alberta The fast evolution of technology and close to 70 per cent of our electricity and New Brunswick, and soon will be big announcements from auto manu- generated from renewable sources. available in Nova Scotia. Hydro-Qué- facturers are bringing more and more Electric vehicles do make sense. bec’s Electric Circuit unveiled a new models to the market. There is no turn- Public and private entities are public, universal fast-charge super- ing back. We can definitively confirm a playing a significant role. In 2017, we station concept that will test and clear shift toward electrification. observed many new initiatives from include new charging technologies as Today, with a record number of elec- coast to coast. To communicate the they become available (100-kilowatt tric vehicle (EV) models (more than 35) attributes of EVs, Ontario opened the charging stations and more). on the market, declining battery prices world’s first Electric Vehicle Discovery Electric vehicles, Page 4 and increasing range capabilities, there are more reasons than ever to shop for an EV. All manufacturers are invest- This sponsored feature ing heavily to add several all-electric produced by PepperMedia.ca 2 Saturday, April 21, 2018 A SPONSORED FEATURE BY PEPPER MEDIA Electric Mobility

INTERVIEW Clean OPG electricity a key to fuelling the EV revolution

A conversation with Jeff Lyash, President and CEO of Ontario Power Generation and Chair of the Electric Power Research Institute

Why is it the right time to make electrification of our transportation systems a priority in Ontario? Over the past 10 years, OPG has virtually eliminated greenhouse gas (GHG) and smog-causing emissions from its power generation by shutting down its coal plants, investing in and pre- serving our nuclear generation assets, expanding our hydroelectric fleet, and establishing a good mix of renewable and gas generation. Our transition to a diverse and clean generation portfolio has reduced the carbon intensity in Ontario’s power system by 82 per cent, resulting in clean, smog-free air for all Ontarians. Meanwhile, the transportation sector remains the largest emitter of GHGs in the province, account- ing for approximately 35 per cent of current emissions. With national climate change commitments moving OPG’s Jeff Lyash says the utility is helping lead the transition to electric mobility through advocacy, partnerships many auto manufacturers toward with other organizations, and support of its employees to adopt EVs. SUPPLIED electrification, now is the right time for Ontario and OPG to mobilize our tion more broadly across Ontario in a We are also looking into what hap- of surplus electricity. Charging when clean electricity to help decarbonize number of key areas, including per- pens with EV batteries after they’ve it’s convenient, however, like at peak the transportation sector. Just as coal sonal vehicles, fleet vehicles, school completed their life cycle under the times when residents arrive home closure was a major action in the fight buses and cargo/trucking, and we will hood. Could there be a way we can from work, could result in much more against climate change, electrifying be studying the impact this shift will combine thousands of these used limited cost and emissions savings. transportation with Ontario’s clean have on the electricity system. batteries to store electricity? It’s a This is why educating the public energy is emerging as a path to a novel idea that could reduce waste and encouraging good charging cost-effective, low-carbon future. How does OPG’s electrification and offer a method to store energy in habits early on is so important. It will With that said, we must act now to strategy touch on your own off-peak times. go a long way to ensuring our existing prepare for the not-so-distant future employees, vehicles and clean electricity system will be able when millions of electric vehicles (EVs) infrastructure? Can you describe any partnerships to reliably serve EVs and other new will be on our roads. OPG forecasts We recognize that we need to start in the area of electric mobility and demands in the future. Vehicle-grid that 25 to 45 per cent of electricity changing mindsets and habits inter- why they are valuable? integration initiatives will also play an demand growth over the next 20 nally if we want to lead outside the We’re very proud to have established important role in helping to balance years could be driven by EVs. We want company. We’re taking a number of Plug’n Drive – a non-profit organiza- this new load on the system. to maintain and grow the amount of actions within the company to spur tion that promotes EVs and their en- In the short-term, though, we have low-carbon-intensity energy we pro- employee adoption of EVs and pre- vironmental and economic benefits. to acknowledge that not everybody duce to meet this demand, as well as pare for transportation electrification. We continue to support Plug’n Drive is able to charge at home overnight. demand from other rapidly changing This includes transitioning our fleet through the sponsorship of its newly Other challenges include opening industries. Transportation electrifica- of 250 cars, SUVs and minivans by opened Electric Vehicle Discovery up access to EVs in remote areas and tion will create new economic oppor- replacing gas-powered vehicles with Centre in Toronto. It’s the world’s first ensuring proper charging infrastruc- tunities both for auto manufacturers EVs, where feasible. experiential EV hub, where consumers ture in condos. and electricity producers, and OPG is We’re also working on a pilot proj- can test drive EVs and learn about poised to play a leading role. ect to test electric boats in our hydro- batteries and charging, and it’s com- How do hydrogen electric vehicles electric operations, and we’ll soon be pletely free. fit into OPG’s transportation What kind of leadership role does piloting electric pickup trucks. In 2017, On an operational level, OPG is electrification strategy? OPG wish to take in the movement we installed 32 EV charging spots for working closely with EV charger We’re actively exploring opportunities towards electricity-powered employees and visitors at a number providers and businesses to help related to both battery EVs as well as transportation? of OPG sites. By the end of 2018, we’ll in the transition of our vehicle fleet hydrogen fuel cell EVs. This latter tech- OPG has long played a key role in have a minimum of 50 charging spots to electric, grow Ontario’s charging nology could potentially be a better supporting EVs – we founded the available through OPG’s workplace network and look for innovative option for specific applications such Plug’n Drive consumer awareness and charging program. ways to increase adoption of EVs. as rail or long-haul trucks. advocacy group, and partnered with We’re also looking to work with auto Like battery EVs, hydrogen-fuelled GM to help launch its Chevrolet Volt. Where do you see the most manufacturers and other businesses EVs promise to help reduce emissions. We want to continue to lead in advo- promising opportunities in as we explore commercial business These vehicles convert hydrogen gas cating for EVs and delivering the clean innovation in electric mobility, and opportunities around transportation into electricity to power an electric electricity that will help transform what role does OPG wish to play in electrification. motor, producing only water and transportation in Ontario. driving innovation? heat as byproducts, with no tailpipe Electrifying the transportation sec- We are currently investigating vehi- What are the potential challenges emissions. But the production of tor would boost electricity demand in cle-grid integration as an area that that our communities could face the hydrogen gas itself can include the long term, help lower electricity will help us manage the electricity de- in the transition to electrified GHGs, depending on the production prices by spreading fixed costs out mand from EVs, such that we optimize transportation? method. Most hydrogen currently pro- over larger demand, and reduce the use of clean baseload power to One of the biggest challenges will duced in Ontario comes from steam carbon emissions – all good things maximize the reduction of GHGs and be educating Ontarians about good methane reforming, which produces for Ontarians. To that end, we want to reduce the per unit cost of electricity. charging habits to help manage the GHGs. The alternative is producing hy- be at the forefront of adoption and Vehicle-grid integration allows for a demand from millions of EVs drawing drogen via electrolysis of water using innovation to position ourselves as a bi-directional flow of power between power from the grid. Our forecasts OPG’s clean electricity, which would leader in this rapidly evolving sector. EVs and the grid. In this scenario, OPG show that EVs can lead to a four per maximize greenhouse gas reductions. Part of this is raising public aware- would have access to vehicle batter- cent decrease in residential electricity This is the foundation of OPG’s ness of the many environmental and ies and have the ability to aggregate commodity cost by 2037, if charging transportation electrification strate- cost-savings benefits associated with these batteries to feed the residual is focused overnight. This is the time gy – to use our largely emission-free electric vehicles. OPG is also exploring power back into the grid during times when electricity demand is lowest power to decarbonize the entire opportunities to electrify transporta- of peak demand. and, in the near term, can make use transportation sector. n

INFRASTRUCTURE Why nuclear power is crucial to the future of electric vehicles and climate change

he ongoing effort to are not recharged using the most Fortunately, Canada is a leader in mitigate climate change energy-efficient methods. Nuclear power and the nuclear space and has long recog- could be the defining Electric vehicle batteries are nized the vital role that nuclear power battle of the current charged using the power of the local motor vehicles: plays in providing clean, consistent era. The environmental electricity grid, so if the source of Three key links and low-cost energy. Nuclear power Tdamage caused by fossil fuels is now that power is not clean or low-emis- currently delivers approximately 67 irrefutable, and the push toward sion, how can the electric vehicle 1. Plug-in hybrid and per cent of Ontario’s daily electricity low-carbon-emission energy sources itself be a low-carbon option? In pure electric vehicles needs, and Canada is home to 19 reac- is more crucial than ever before. fact, scientists estimate that, in some use off-peak power tors, most of which are in Ontario and Nuclear power has been playing cities, recharging an electric vehicle’s from the grid for generate 13.5 GWe of power capacity. an integral role in helping to reduce battery overnight could generate recharging. “Ontario’s three low-carbon energy carbon emissions for decades and more harmful carbon emissions than advantages – nuclear, hydroelectric has proven its potential to be the running a traditional gasoline-pow- 2. Nuclear heat can be and biomass – are our province’s best practical, low-cost option to end our ered car. used for production options for powering tomorrow’s ze- dependence on fossil fuels. Nuclear For the shift toward clean transpor- of liquid hydrocarbon ro-emission transportation,” said Mel energy has been providing clean tation to be truly meaningful, nuclear fuels from coal. Hyatt, president of the Power Workers’ power to Canadian homes for some power must be embraced as the Union. “Whether these sources deliver time, but it’s now playing a leading energy source of the future. While so- 3. Hydrogen for oil clean electricity, hydrogen or biofuels, role in another critical segment of the lar and wind energy production can refining, for methanol, Ontarians will breathe better air, dis- low carbon movement: supplying the also claim to be zero emission, they and for future fuel place expensive, non-renewable fossil power needed by electric vehicles. simply cannot match the reliability cell vehicles may be fuel imports, and generate jobs and Consumers are certainly em- of nuclear power. In a future where made electrolytically, wealth here.” bracing electric vehicles. A recent people across the world will plug in and in the future, In nuclear energy, we have an op- Bloomberg New Energy Finance re- their electric vehicles before going to thermochemically tion with the proven capability to end port estimated that electric vehicles bed every night, an almost limitless using high- our dependence on fossil fuels. But, could account for 50 per cent of all supply of energy will be needed. temperature reactors. as well as providing low-cost energy new cars sold in 2040. Although this Nuclear power has proven itself to to homes and electric vehicles, the change in buying habits is clearly a be the most suitable – and sensible – Source: World Nuclear Association, Transport nuclear industry creates thousands positive, its impact will be limited if solution for meeting electric vehicles’ and the Hydrogen Economy, May 2017 of jobs and supports hundreds of the batteries of these electric vehicles growing need for power. Ontario businesses. n Clean OPG electricity a key to fuelling the EV revolution

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OPINION Canadians on the verge of having more electrified vehicle choices

By Mark Buzzell, President and CEO, Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited

he automotive industry is changing, with a spirit of innovation transforming our business in ways, and at a pace, we’ve never Tseen before. For more than a century, Canadians have put a lot of faith in Ford, and we appreciate and value that trust. It’s why when we decide to make changes, like revolutionizing Ford F-Series pickups with high-strength aluminum alloy, we only do so after a lot of thought, research and careful consideration. Looking ahead, Ford has a bold strategy that includes going “all-in” on electrified vehicles. Earlier this year, the company announced a US$11 billion investment in electrification, with plans to put 40 new electrified vehicles on the road by 2022, bringing more capability, performance and efficiency to nameplates Canadians already know and love, from F-150 to Ford has a bold strategy for extra pulling power to serving as a heads back in 2004, this all-new elec- Mustang to our entire utilities lineup. mobile generator on the job site. tric utility will break new ground in Yet with more electrified vehicles that includes going When it comes to sports cars, Mus- 2020, with expected range of at least available to Canadians than ever be- tang has been Canada’s favourite since 480 kilometres on a single charge fore, consumer adoption remains low, “all-in” on electrified 1985, delivering the looks, options while maximizing capability. It’s the at about two per cent of all new car and performance customers love. The first of many new Ford offerings that sales. Still, Ford remains committed vehicles. Earlier this future hybrid-electric Mustang will will change the way you think about to electrification because we believe a year, the company add to the iconic pony car’s legacy by electric vehicles. consumer shift is on the way, and it’s delivering V8-like performance with At the heart of it all, we believe the right thing to do. announced a US$11 more low-end torque. battery electric vehicles represent More than a decade ago, Ford For Canadians looking at Ford’s more than just a different powertrain. was a pioneer with the first-ever billion investment in leading utilities lineup, we’re going They also represent a lifestyle change hybrid-electric SUV – the ground- to maximize vehicle capability while for consumers, particularly those breaking Ford Escape Hybrid. A lot electrification, with improving fuel efficiency. In fact, who have never driven one before. has changed since then, with battery whenever we launch a new utility It’s why Ford isn’t just developing research and development costs plans to put 40 new in North America, we plan to offer a new vehicles – we’re also rethinking coming down, vehicle range improv- electrified vehicles on hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or both. the ownership journey to ensure we ing, growing investment in charging All of this is possible because we’ve provide consumers a convenient and infrastructure, and increased consum- the road by 2022. designed a new hybrid-electric system seamless experience. This means er adoption. that’s more efficient and less expen- effortless and efficient charging at Change can be a very good thing, sive than previous generations, while home and on the road, software and Ford believes electrification is on also freeing up cargo space reserved updates over the air to enhance its way to a tipping point, as improved for the battery in today’s hybrids. That vehicle features, and continuously technology, capability and infra- means a lower cost of ownership for innovating battery technology to structure meet increasing consumer customers and more cabin space. give consumers more capability, demand. These improvements are These new electrified vehicles are performance and range. allowing Ford to bring new, capable an example of how Ford is bringing By offering a broad range of elec- and electrifying vehicles to market more emotion to our line-up, offering trified vehicle options and address- that truly meet the diverse needs and customers products that don’t coming key consumer pain points around expectations of Canadians. promise on style, room, capability or ownership, we can eliminate many F-Series has been Canada’s range. of the barriers that have held back best-selling truck for 52 years and However, they’re just the tip of the broader adoption. This is important, counting, and like every truck in our iceberg. Ford is also bringing a suite because we want to provide Canadi- lineup, the upcoming hybrid F-150 of battery electric vehicles to market, ans with vehicles and services that fit will make no compromises. Ford’s first starting in 2020 with our first-ever their unique lifestyles, and we want hybrid-electric pickup will provide electric performance utility. to continue to earn their trust with added capability, from low-end torque Just as the Escape Hybrid turned every decision we make. n

Top, Mark Buzzell, president and CEO, Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. Above, from left, all-new Explorer and Escape will reveal hybrid-electric offerings. SUPPLIED

FROM PAGE 1 Electric vehicles: Government subsidies for EV purchases and expanding charging infrastructure key parts of national strategy

Furthermore, three provincial gov- and increase their sales. of a growing public charging infra- number of EVs on its roads. Electric ernments offer incentives for the pur- In 2017, the Ontario government structure to reassure EV drivers. Mobility Canada is convinced that chase of an EV or for charging stations increased its subsidy for the purchase If we add mass-communication such a Canadian strategy will bring at home and/or at workplaces. These of an EV up to $14,000, and as a result, measures to make all the attributes of clarity, synergy and focus to all. It is governments have demonstrated that more EVs were sold in that province EVs well known, we will have all the time to work together to achieve our incentives are still a necessity to bring than in Quebec last year. In addition to assets to move to a real mass market GHG reduction targets and to imple- down the cost of ownership of EVs subsidies is the other important asset and put an end to the subsidies. We ment a national strategy as soon as must “plug-in” to this cutting-edge, possible. super-efficient and increasingly affordable technology, and we must do THE FUTURE IS ELECTRIC it as soon as possible to free ourselves In the near future, we will see more Annual Canadian PEV from fossil fuels and the damages they changes in mobility than we have

sales by province 7,477 cause to our health and the environ- over the past 50 years. With changes 7,194 ment. in the desire to own a car (especially I invite all Canadians to be responsi- among millennials) and increasing 6,000 ble about their future and to take the numbers of people with reduced

4,987 time to consider buying or leasing an mobility, integrated and shared EV now, and to enjoy the latest tech- mobility services are expected to 4,000 nology that is so much fun to drive continue growing. New industry 3,400 3,229 along with all its benefits. stakeholders such as insurance 2,679 As in other leading countries companies are already interested in 2,049 around the world, the support of all the implications of innovations such 2,000 1,736 1,438 governments – federal, provincial and as autonomous driving. 1,092 municipal – is essential to accelerate The transition towards transporta- the rate of adoption of EVs. We need tion electrification is well underway. 0 more communication about the Your support for electric mobility in 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 benefits, more charging stations and your life and the advancement of British Columbia Quebec Ontario continued incentives. clean energy transportation systems Canada is committed to reducing can help combat climate change, im- Source: FleetCarma its GHG emissions and to developing a prove air quality and accelerate this Canada-wide strategy to increase the great transition. Be part of it! n TWO MODES ARE BETTER THAN ONE

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INTERVIEW Electric mobility core to Honda’s sustainability mission

How do you How do you anticipate Honda’s global EV targets will be reflected in Canada? We have one of the broadest port- folios of low-emission vehicles on the market, which includes fuel-efficient internal combustion engines, A conversation with Honda Canada hybrids, plug-in hybrids, all electric president and CEO, Dave Gardner plug-ins and hydrogen vehicles. We’ve announced that we are going to Where do electric vehicles fit introduce more electrified vehicles in into Honda Canada’s suite of our lineup to match the demand in the sustainability initiatives? market. We’ve seen a lot of enthusi- As technology advances at an incred- asm from our customers towards the ible pace, we imagine the endless Clarity Plug-In Hybrid we introduced possibilities that could bring joy to earlier this year; however, there’s still a our customers in the future. Our lot work to do as an industry to appeal new Global 2030 Vision guides that to consumers en masse, who may be imagination, as we strive to lead the reluctant to purchase an alternative advancement of mobility towards a fuel vehicle based on fears (range anx- carbon-free and collision-free society iety, overall cost, battery disposal, etc.). by designing, manufacturing and To that end, hybrids play an important selling innovative products that help role as we transition to zero-emission improve the daily lives of Canadians. vehicles. Our goal as an industry is to Since entering the Canadian mar- illustrate the vast benefits of adopt- ket more than 50 years ago, we’ve ing this technology and alleviate any applied a holistic approach towards fears, in order to help grow consumer sustainable business practices that demand for electrified vehicles. extends from how we make cars to Our 2030 vision is aligned with producing vehicles Canadians want Canada’s goals of achieving emissions with the best possible fuel econo- reductions and balances product de- my. We’ve built a strong and lasting velopment with a sustainable pace of reputation for delivering reliable, business that ensures Honda remains low-emissions vehicles, like the a company Canadians want to exist. best-selling Civic, and view electrification as the next step in a direction So the Clarity Plug-In Hybrid has that we’ve been on since day one. been well received in Canada? The Clarity Plug-In Hybrid arrived at What factors does Honda dealerships in late December and consider when determining how was met with enthusiasm by our loyal quickly to increase production customers because it delivers on what of environmentally advanced people expect from a Honda: comfort, vehicles? quality, reliability and excellent fuel Factors determining the pace of economy. We’re seeing considerable change in this space are a balance of interest in provinces that place a high- offering products that showcase the er emphasis on consumer incentives advantages and latest technology Canadians are showing enthusiasm for Honda’s new market entry, the rather than legislation as a primary of electrified vehicles, and growing Clarity Plug-in Hybrid. SUPPLIED motivator, and we anticipate that consumer demand, while working trend to continue as more electrified with our government and industry Our goal as an industry set emissions targets and then permit vehicles come to market. partners to build the infrastructure to manufacturers to respond how they support it. is to illustrate the vast see fit with the most efficient suite of With respect to other innovative technologies and product offerings vehicles, such as vehicles that run What role do government policies benefits of adopting in order to reduce GHG emissions. on hydrogen fuel-cell technology, play in your decision-making The federal government has been what are your plans for the about fleet mix in various this technology and successfully pursuing GHG reduc- Canadian market? markets, including in Canada? alleviate any fears, tions in the light-duty vehicle sector Honda believes there is a tremendous We’re committed to contributing via the 2011-2025 GHG regulations, amount of potential for hydrogen fuel to Honda’s global vision of a two- in order to help grow which were initially introduced in cell-powered transportation in Can- thirds electrified fleet by 2030. This 2010 and then revised in 2014. From ada. At the moment, our study into means we’re going to introduce more consumer demand for a Honda perspective, on a per vehicle the fuel cell technology is mainly in electrified vehicles in our lineup to basis our targets over this period warmer climates like California, where match the demand in the market, electrified vehicles. are projected to result in an approx- they now offer a consumer program, regardless of government legislation. imately 50 per cent and 46 per cent and in Canada, we’re currently in the Honda Canada has been a leader in reduction, respectively, in passenger process of testing applicability in our producing low-emissions vehicles in vehicle and light truck GHG emis- cold weather climate. While we de- a variety of alternative fuel variants sions, this on a 2011 baseline. We velop the technology for our market, for decades, and supports GHG were capable of achieving these tar- we’re working with other manufac- reduction on both the vehicle and gets because they were predictable turers and governments to create manufacturing fronts. However, Hon- and provided us with the runway to an infrastructure to support future da believes that governments should plan sustainably. demand. n

OPINION Electric vehicles: Governments must do more to bend the curve

system and increasingly electrify higher emitting sectors such as transportation, buildings and industry. Today, electricity accounts for about 20% of national energy usage. That figure must grow considerably in the coming years in support of our By the Honourable Sergio Marchi national climate goals. The transporta- president and CEO, tion sector, in particular, is poised for transformation. Canadian Electricity Association And yet, EV adoption rates remain relatively low. While sales were up anada’s electricity mix by 68% in 2017, EVs still account for is over 80% greenhouse less than 1% of total vehicle sales. EVs Compared to other alternative fuels, electricity is abundant and affordable, gas (GHG) emissions are expected to represent 6% to 10% and vehicle-charging infrastructure is economical to build. SUPPLIED free, making it one of the of sales by 2030, but that is still not cleanest in the world. And enough. 30% by 2030 and 90% by to develop the strategy. We sat on companies should be encouraged by Cour abundant hydro resources pair 2050 are more appropriate targets. the Advisory Council. We co-chaired provincial rate regulators to invest in with nuclear energy for a foundation We must aspire to higher goals. But the Infrastructure Readiness Working the EV economy either directly or via of clean baseload power. Wind and is there the political will to bend the Group, and presented its recommen- partnerships. Finally, carbon credits solar are well established contributors curve on EV adoption? dations to government officials. We generated through fuel-switching to and capacity continues to grow. When Our government leaders are now await for the outcomes of this electricity will be an important means combined with flexible natural gas developing a plan. In late 2016 the work. for financing the transition. and stable coal-fired power, Canada’s Federal government, alongside most The ‘silver bullet’ to accelerating Change on this scale is expensive, electricity mix is clean, reliable, resil- provincial and territorial governments, EV adoption is to ban gasoline and and bending the EV adoption curve ient, and affordable. published the Pan-Canadian Frame- diesel vehicle sales. France and the will be difficult. Fortunately, the EV It is the envy for much of the world. work on Clean Growth and Climate UK have committed to doing so by ecosystem, comprised of Govern- If electricity is Canada’s clean Change, Canada’s most compre- 2040. Norway and the Netherlands ments, industry, regulators, advocates energy advantage, electrification is its hensive carbon-reduction plan to will do so by 2025. CEA does not and customers, is working towards climate change solution. Decarbon- date. The document notes that the favour this heavy-handed approach common ground. ization studies, including the Trottier transportation sector accounted for in the near term. Instead, we prefer a What remains to be seen is whether Energy Futures Project and CMC’s about 23% of Canada’s emissions in suite of measures including charging policy action and funding will match Pathways to Deep Decarbonization in 2014 and that greater policy action is infrastructure investments, customer our national climate ambitions. Will Canada, model this conclusion. needed in this regard. education, and purchase incentives. Canada move aggressively to decar- Electricity sector GHG emissions The Framework commits to a coor- We want customers to be drawn to bonize the transportation sector in have fallen by over 30% since 2005 dinated approach: Federal, provincial, EVs, not to be driven into them. the interest of the economy and the and will decrease by at least that and territorial governments will work We expect that the national ZEV environment? Will we get the appro- much again by 2030. To achieve our with industry and other stakeholders Strategy will favour this approach – priate national ZEV Strategy? international GHG-emission reduc- to develop a Canada-wide strategy for carrots over sticks. Carrots, however, A greener and cleaner future will tions commitments – 30% by 2030 zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) by 2018. are not inexpensive. Governments at not happen on its own. We must and 80% by 2050 on 2005 levels – The Canadian Electricity Association all levels will need to commit the re- create that future by making the right Canada must lean on our clean energy (CEA) has participated in the process sources necessary. Further, electricity policy decisions today. n Electric Mobility A SPONSORED FEATURE BY PEPPER MEDIA Saturday, April 21, 2018 7

EDUCATION Interactive centre welcomes visitors to discover and try all aspects of EVs

re you considering an An average out of transportation,” says Clairman, ask pertinent questions to determine electric vehicle for your president and CEO of Plug’n Drive. which EV suits them best. “Different next car purchase? If Canadian Transportation is the largest source cars make sense for different people. so, you’re in luck. Plug’n of GHG emissions in Ontario. To com- We look at the person’s lifestyle and Drive’s Electric Vehicle Dis- drives about bat those missions, Ontario’s Climate what car makes the most sense for Acovery Centre is the world’s first facili- Change Action Plan aims to increase them. Why wouldn’t you buy a Chevy ty dedicated solely to electric vehicles 20,000 km a year, so the EV sales from less than one per cent Bolt because it’s got big range [383 (EVs). Located in northern Toronto, it’s average would be about of new passenger car sales in 2017 to km for $42,895]? Well, it’s a lot more a unique one-stop shop designed to five per cent by 2020. And if it hits that expensive than a Nissan Leaf [$35,998 educate and raise awareness about $2,500 in fuel. In an target in 2020, the centre estimates with 241 km range] or a Volkswagen the economic and environmental it would reduce GHG emissions by as e-Golf [$35,995 with 201 km range]. benefits of EVs. It’s also a place where electric car, the average much as 222,000 tonnes in Ontario. If you only drive 30 km a day, a Leaf visitors can test drive a variety of EVs would be about $500 a Simply switching from a gas-powered or e-Golf makes more sense and can from different car companies for free “ vehicle to an equivalent EV can cut save you thousands of dollars,” says – an all-in-one, sales-free, no-pressure- year in extra electricity.” GHG emissions by up to 90 per cent. Clairman. to-buy spot. Getting that message out is the cen- At the centre, visitors can take back- Plug’n Drive is a non-profit orga- tre’s key mission. to-back comparison test drives from a nization and the brainchild of Cara Cara Clairman, Currently, there are approximately fleet of EVs that keeps growing week- Clairman, a former environmental law- President and CEO, Plug’n Drive 40 EV model vehicles on the market, ly. There’s everything from a BMW i3 yer and ex-VP of Sustainable Devel- a number that is growing. Some are and a Chevy Bolt BEV, to a Mitsubishi opment at Ontario Power Generation. battery electric vehicles, or BEVs, pow- Outlander PHEV and Honda Clarity “The whole goal of this is about reduc- ered 100 per cent by an electric motor PHEV. There’s no pressure to buy. But if ing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. and battery. These BEVs don’t burn a visitor chooses to do so, they would Since Ontario already took most of the gas or diesel, and have zero tailpipe go to a dealership for the transac- GHG emissions out of its electricity emissions. But they’re usually limited tion. The centre does not receive any system by closing down coal plants, by range – most can only travel 200 commission on sales from dealers or we have this great opportunity in On- km to 250 km on a full charge; some, manufacturers, providing an unbiased tario with low-emitting electricity. We like the Tesla Model S, are capable and easy approach to car shopping. can now take a lot of GHG emissions of 400+ km on a charge. Plug-in There is a higher premium to pay hybrid electric vehicles [PHEVs], on for an EV, but provincial government the other hand, use electricity and incentives are available to offset the gasoline. They usually have a shorter price. In Ontario, customers can qual- battery-powered range – anywhere ify for a rebate of up to $14,000 off between 20 km and 80 km, depend- the price of an EV; in Quebec, it’s up ing on the model. When the battery to $8,000; and in B.C, it’s up to $5,000. is used up, a gasoline engine or gen- There are additional savings, too. erator kicks in to power the vehicle, “Most people don’t realize they’re go- adding an extra 500+ km of gaso- ing to spend about a fifth of what they line-powered range. These vehicles were spending driving electric. An can be charged by plugging them average Canadian drives about 20,000 into a dryer outlet or a quick-charging km a year, so the average would be home station. about $2,500 in fuel. In an electric car, The centre is a welcoming, friendly the average would be about $500 a environment with a steady stream year in extra electricity,” says Clairman. of visitors of all ages. Learning zones The centre officially opened in May with interactive touchscreen displays 2017; it’s a public-private partnership and exhibits are in every corner, between Plug’n Drive and the Ontario covering all aspects of EVs, from their government, electricity players, TD rich history and their cost savings to Bank, and auto and charging compa- how to choose, buy and install an EV nies. It is open six days a week, and Plug’n Drive president Cara Clairman invites visitors to the Discovery or home-charging station. Staff give the team also delivers roadshows Centre to test drive a variety of EVs. SUPPLIED tours to groups or individuals, and across Ontario. n

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UP CHARGE $2,000(approx) TO 90% 1 PER WEEK 40+ ANNUAL SAVINGS ON FEWER GHG EMISSIONS 200+ KM OF RANGE MODELS STARTING AT FUEL AND MAINTENANCE THAN AN ON A FULL CHARGE $20,000 EQUIVALENT GAS CAR (AFTER INCENTIVES) 8 Saturday, April 21, 2018 A SPONSORED FEATURE BY PEPPER MEDIA Electric Mobility Ontario’s Energy Advantages: “Three Birds in the Hand” for Transportation

While Ontario has already developed clean energy for transportation and a world- its commercially-viable hydroelectric leading bio-economy. potential, hydropower provided more than Some see emerging technologies like 20 percent of the province’s lowest cost, distributed energy resources – wind, solar low-carbon electricity over the past five and storage configured into microgrids, as a years. Ontario continues to upgrade its better solution. Linking the batteries in EVs existing hydropower capacity while adding and the fuel cells in hydrogen cars are part new capacity where feasible. These hydro of the vision. The perceived benefits include resources provide intermittent and peak consumers becoming prosumers, greater electricity and pumped storage capacity to choice and resiliency, GHG reductions the grid. Linking these capabilities to the By Mel Hyatt and the dollars stay local. But there are electrification of Ontario’s transportation President unanswered questions about the final costs Power Workers’ Union sector would offer even more to ratepayers, impacts on the viability of environmental and economic benefits. publically-owned electricity facilities; and in The 2017 Annual Greenhouse Gas The province’s vast, renewable, carbon- the end, who pays for it all? neutral forestry and agricultural biomass Progress Report from the Environmental Ontario’s energy advantages deliver wastes and purpose-grown crops represent Commissioner of Ontario (ECO) environmental and economic benefits our third energy advantage. To date, Ontario acknowledged the significant role that across the province. Ontario’s publically- has: converted the Atikokan Generation the province’s nuclear fleet had played owned nuclear and hydroelectric Station (GS) — now North America’s over the last decade reducing electricity generation and biomass resources are our largest 100% biomass facility; supported sector Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. most cost-effective way of: powering zero- advanced biomass pellets at Thunder Bay The ECO’s Report noted that further emission transportation; securing clean GS; added supply chain infrastructure; and reductions from this sector are “nearly base, intermittent and peak electricity; created biomass research and development exhausted” and that today, “transportation ensuring long-term energy security; and, clusters around the province. is Ontario’s largest source of climate- further reducing GHG emissions while changing GHG emissions”. Besides reducing emissions, local businesses, creating economic wealth. Indigenous, Metis and host communities Ontario has a home-based cost-effective The old saying still rings true today; “A have shared substantial economic benefits. way to significantly reduce transportation bird in the hand is worth two in the bush”. Expanding support for these projects and emissions and grow our economy. It requires Ontario has three – nuclear, hydropower building bio-refineries in Ontario that continued, strategic investment in Ontario’s and biomass. low-carbon nuclear, renewable hydroelectric produce lower carbon biofuels means more and abundant biomass resources. With the resulting clean, affordable, domestically produced electricity and alternative fuels, Ontario can power zero- emission electric vehicles (EVs) and public transit systems like the GO network, and Clean Ontario produce hydrogen for fuel cells, new biofuels and job-creating innovations. Alternatively, Ontario would continue to spend billions Electricity of dollars annually for imported, carbon- emitting natural gas and oil. Powering Zero Nuclear is Ontario’s safe and reliable baseload workhorse and has provided over 60 percent of our virtually smog Emission Vehicles and carbon-emission free electricity over the last five years. The Darlington Transportation is Ontario’s largest source of climate changing greenhouse gas refurbishment project will, over the (GHG) emissions and smog causing pollutants.

next 30 years, remove the equivalent of In fact, the provinces’ transportation sector GHG emissions are up 24% since 1990 two million cars a year worth of carbon and jeopardizes our ability to meet nationally-committed, carbon-reduction targets. emissions from Ontario’s roadways. Between 2017 and 2064, Bruce Power’s Fortunately, Ontario has three proven, low-carbon energy advantages that can help reduce these emissions for our province and neighbouring regions that reactor life-extension project will avoid buy our power. between $12 to $63 billion in carbon costs that ratepayers would have to pay if • Nuclear’s low-cost, baseload electricity is compatible with charging electric fossil fuels replaced this output. And, this vehicles during off-peak times. It could also cost-effectively produce low-cost nuclear electricity will continue hydrogen for fuel-cell powered vehicles. to help keep energy costs down for • Low-carbon hydroelectric stations. consumers, businesses and industries. • Renewable, forestry and agricultural sourced carbon-neutral biomass resources that can produce clean electricity and cleaner biofuels. Ontario’s nuclear production also fits well with recharging EVs in low-cost, off-peak Investing in these advantages delivers benefits to all Ontarians.

times. According to Plug’n Drive, hydro and For more information please go to www.pwu.ca nuclear electricity could reduce the average Canadian driver’s GHG emissions by up to 90 percent. Additionally, nuclear generation FROM THE PEOPLE WHO HELP KEEP THE LIGHTS ON. can be used to produce “clean” hydrogen for fuel-cells. Hydrogen is also compatible with combustion turbines and reciprocating engines. Nuclear generated hydrogen requires no fossil fuels, reduces GHG emissions and other smog-causing pollutants and is well suited for large-scale production.