Why do we conduct this survey?
This survey is conducted by Statistics Canada in order to collect the necessary information to support the Integrated Business Statistics Program ( IBSP ). This program combines various survey and administrative data to develop comprehensive measures of the Canadian economy.
The statistical information from the IBSP serves many purposes, including:
- obtaining information on the supply of and/or demand for energy in Canada
- enabling governmental agencies to fulfill their regulatory responsibilities in regards to public utilities
- enabling all levels of government to establish informed policies in the energy area
- assisting the business community in the corporate decision-making process.
Your information may also be used by Statistics Canada for other statistical and research purposes.
Your participation in this survey is required under the authority of the Statistics Act.
Other important information
Authorization to collect this information
Data are collected under the authority of the Statistics Act, Revised Statutes of Canada, 1985, Chapter S-19.
Confidentiality
By law, Statistics Canada is prohibited from releasing any information it collects that could identify any person, business or organization, unless consent has been given by the respondent, or as permitted by the Statistics Act. Statistics Canada will use the information from this survey for statistical purposes only.
Record linkages
To enhance the data from this survey and to reduce the response burden, Statistics Canada may combine the acquired data with information from other surveys or from administrative sources.
Data-sharing agreements
To reduce respondent burden, Statistics Canada has entered into data-sharing agreements with provincial and territorial statistical agencies and other government organizations, which have agreed to keep the data confidential and use them only for statistical purposes. Statistics Canada will only share data from this survey with those organizations that have demonstrated a requirement to use the data.
Section 11 of the Statistics Act provides for the sharing of information with provincial and territorial statistical agencies that meet certain conditions. These agencies must have the legislative authority to collect the same information, on a mandatory basis, and the legislation must provide substantially the same provisions for confidentiality and penalties for disclosure of confidential information as the Statistics Act. Because these agencies have the legal authority to compel businesses to provide the same information, consent is not requested and businesses may not object to the sharing of the data.
For this survey, there are Section 11 agreements with the provincial and territorial statistical agencies of Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia and the Yukon.
The shared data will be limited to information pertaining to business establishments located within the jurisdiction of the respective province or territory.
Section 12 of the Statistics Act provides for the sharing of information with federal, provincial or territorial government organizations.
Under Section 12, you may refuse to share your information with any of these organizations by writing a letter of objection to the Chief Statistician, specifying the organizations with which you do not want Statistics Canada to share your data and mailing it to the following address:
Chief Statistician of Canada
Statistics Canada
Attention of Director, Enterprise Statistics Division
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Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0T6
You may also contact us by email at statcan.esd-helpdesk-dse-bureaudedepannage.statcan@statcan.gc.ca or by fax at 1-514-496-4879.
For this survey, there are Section 12 agreements with the statistical agencies of Prince Edward Island, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut as well as with the Canada Energy Regulator, Natural Resources Canada and Environment and Climate Change Canada and the provincial and territorial departments responsible for the energy sector. For a detailed list of departments please see the Data Sharing section of the Information for Survey Participants page on the StatCan website.
For agreements with provincial and territorial government organizations, the shared data will be limited to information pertaining to business establishments located within the jurisdiction of the respective province or territory.
Business or organization and contact information
1. Verify or provide the business or organization's legal and operating name, and correct information if needed.
Note: Legal name should only be modified to correct a spelling error or typo.
Legal name
The legal name is one recognized by law, thus it is the name liable for pursuit or for debts incurred by the business or organization. In the case of a corporation, it is the legal name as fixed by its charter or the statute by which the corporation was created.
Modifications to the legal name should only be done to correct a spelling error or typo.
To indicate a legal name of another legal entity you should instead indicate it in question 3 by selecting "Not currently operational" and then choosing the applicable reason and providing the legal name of this other entity along with any other requested information.
Operating name
The operating name, which is different from the legal name, is a name the business or organization is commonly known as for day-to-day activities, and which is used to advertise and promote itself. The operating name is synonymous with trade name.
- Legal name
- Operating name (if applicable)
2. Verify or provide the contact information for the designated contact person for the business or organization, and correct information if needed.
Note: The designated contact person is the person who should receive this questionnaire. The designated contact person may not always be the one who actually completes the questionnaire.
- First name
- Last name
- Title
- Preferred language of communication
- Mailing address (number and street)
- City
- Province, territory or state
- Postal code or ZIP (Zone Improvement Plan) code:
- Country
- Email address
- Telephone number (including area code)
- Extension number (if applicable)
- Fax number (including area code)
3. Verify or provide the current operational status of the business or organization identified by the legal and operating name above.
- Operational
- Not currently operational
- Seasonal operations
- When did this business or organization close for the season?
- When does this business or organization expect to resume operations?
- Ceased operations
- When did this business or organization cease operations?
- Why did this business or organization cease operations?
- Bankruptcy
- Liquidation
- Dissolution
- Other - Specify the other reasons why operations ceased
- Sold operations
- When was this business or organization sold?
- What is the legal name of the buyer?
- Amalgamated with other businesses or organizations
- When did this business or organization amalgamate?
- What is the legal name of the resulting or continuing business or organization?
- What are the legal names of the other amalgamated businesses or organizations?
- Temporarily inactive but will reopen
- When did this business or organization become temporarily inactive?
- When does this business or organization expect to resume operations?
- Why is this business or organization temporarily inactive?
- No longer operating due to other reasons
- When did this business or organization cease operations?
- Why did this business or organization cease operations?
4. Verify or provide the current main activity of the business or organization identified by the legal and operating name above.
Note: The described activity was assigned using the North American Industry Classification System.
This question verifies the business or organization's current main activity as classified by the North American Industry Classification System ( NAICS ). The North American Industry Classification System ( NAICS ) is an industry classification system developed by the statistical agencies of Canada, Mexico and the United States. Created against the background of the North American Free Trade Agreement, it is designed to provide common definitions of the industrial structure of the three countries and a common statistical framework to facilitate the analysis of the three economies. NAICS is based on supply-side or production-oriented principles, to ensure that industrial data, classified to NAICS , are suitable for the analysis of production-related issues such as industrial performance.
The target entity for which NAICS is designed are businesses and other organizations engaged in the production of goods and services. They include farms, incorporated and unincorporated businesses and government business enterprises. They also include government institutions and agencies engaged in the production of marketed and non-marketed services, as well as organizations such as professional associations and unions and charitable or non-profit organizations and the employees of households.
The associated NAICS should reflect those activities conducted by the business or organizational units targeted by this questionnaire only, as identified in the "Answering this questionnaire" section and which can be identified by the specified legal and operating name. The main activity is the activity which most defines the targeted business or organization's main purpose or reason for existence. For a business or organization that is for-profit, it is normally the activity that generates the majority of the revenue for the entity.
The NAICS classification contains a limited number of activity classifications; the associated classification might be applicable for this business or organization even if it is not exactly how you would describe this business or organization's main activity.
Please note that any modifications to the main activity through your response to this question might not necessarily be reflected prior to the transmitting of subsequent questionnaires and as a result they may not contain this updated information.
The following is the detailed description including any applicable examples or exclusions for the classification currently associated with this business or organization.
Description and examples
- This is the current main activity.
- This is not the current main activity.
Provide a brief but precise description of this business or organization's main activity.
e.g., breakfast cereal manufacturing, shoe store, software development
Main activity
5. You indicated that _ is not the current main activity. Was this business or organization's main activity ever classified as _ ?
- Yes
When did the main activity change?
Date
- No
6. Search and select the industry classification code that best corresponds to this business or organization's main activity.
How to search:
- Filter the search results by first selecting the business or organization’s activity sector.
- Enter keywords or a brief description that best describe the business or organization’s main activity.
- Press the Search button to search the database for an industry activity classification that best matches the keywords or description you provided.
- Select an industry activity classification from the list.
Select this business or organization's activity sector (optional)
- Farming or logging operation
- Construction company or general contractor
- Manufacturer
- Wholesaler
- Retailer
- Provider of passenger or freight transportation
- Provider of investment, savings or insurance products
- Real estate agency, real estate brokerage or leasing company
- Provider of professional, scientific or technical services
- Provider of health care or social services
- Restaurant, bar, hotel, motel or other lodging establishment
- Other sector
Electricity generation
1. Did this facility generate electricity?
Electricity:
A form of energy generated by friction, induction or chemical change that is caused by the presence and motion of elementary-charged particles.
Electricity Generation:
Please provide the total amount of electricity generated including what was consumed by the facility and sold.
Note: If the facility consumed any of the electricity it generated, please include the quantity consumed in question 5.
2. How much electricity did this facility generate?
Note: Report the total quantity of electricity generated; regardless of whether it was consumed by this facility or sold to others.
Quantity generated
Unit of measure
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilowatt-hour (kWh)
- Megawatt-hour (MWh)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
Type of energy consumed
3. Which types of energy were consumed by the facility?
Include energy consumed: as fuel for the production process (also heating, on-site transportation, to produce steam for own use); to produce electricity; to produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business; and for non-energy use (such as atomization, as feedstock to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends).
Select all that apply.
Electricity:
A form of energy generated by friction, induction or chemical change that is caused by the presence and motion of elementary-charged particles. The electricity that is consumed can either be received by the facility (purchased) or produced by the facility (self-generated).
Natural gas:
A mixture of hydrocarbons, comprised principally of methane (CH4), originating in the gaseous phase or in solution with crude oil in porous geologic formations beneath the earth's surface.
Propane:
A gaseous, straight-chained hydrocarbon. A colourless, paraffinic gas extracted from natural gas or refinery gas streams, consisting of molecules composed of three atoms of carbon and eight atoms of hydrogen (C3H8). Used primarily in residential and commercial heating and cooling, as transportation fuel and petrochemical feedstock.
Middle distillates (diesel, light fuel oil, kerosene)
Diesel:
All grades of distillate fuel used for diesel engines, including those with low sulphur content (lower than 0.05%). Exclude diesel used for transportation off the facility site.
Light fuel oil:
A light petroleum distillate used for power burners. Include fuel oil no. 2, fuel oil no. 3, furnace fuel oil, gas oils and light industrial fuel.
Kerosene and other middle distillates:
Include kerosene (a light petroleum distillate that is used in space heaters, cook stoves and water heaters, and is suitable for use as a light source when burned in wick-fed lamps; also known as stove oil), fuel oil no. 1 and mineral lamp oil. Exclude gasoline used for transportation off the facility site.
Heavy fuel oil (Canadian/Foreign):
All grades of residual type fuels, including those with low sulphur content. Usually used for steam and electric power generation, and diesel motors.
Include heavy fuel oil nos. 4, 5, 6 and bunker C.
Wood and wood waste:
Wood and wood energy used as fuel, including round wood (cord wood), lignin, wood scraps from furniture and window frame manufacturing, wood chips, bark, sawdust, shavings, lumber rejects, forest residues, charcoal and pulp waste from the operation of pulp mills, sawmills and plywood mills.
Spent pulping liquor (Black liquor):
A recycled by-product formed during the pulping of wood in the paper-making process. It is primarily made up of lignin and other wood constituents, and chemicals that are by-products of the manufacture of chemical pulp. It is burned as fuel or in a recovery boiler which produces steam which can be used to produce electricity.
Refuse:
Solid or liquid waste materials used as a combustible energy source. Include the burning of wastepaper, packing materials, garbage and other industrial, agricultural and urban refuse. It is often used to generate electricity. Please specify type.
Steam:
A gas resulting from the vaporization of a liquid or the sublimation of a solid, generated by condensing or non condensing turbines. The steam that is consumed can either be produced by the facility (self-generated) or received by the facility (purchased). Report purchased or self-generated steam used as fuel for the production process, used to produce electricity and used for a non-energy use (such as atomization or as feed in process application). However, steam consumed as a motive force to move liquid and gas streams, or steam used to moisturize feed for another process should not be reported.
Special note:
The consumption of fuels used to generate steam for use within the facility (self-generated steam) should be reported under "as fuel" for those fuels. For example, if 100 cubic metres of heavy fuel oil was used to produce self-generated steam, the consumption of 100 cubic metres should be included under "as fuel" for heavy fuel oil.
Coal:
A readily combustible, black or brownish-black rock-like substance, whose composition, including inherent moisture, consists of more than 50% by weight and 70% by volume of carbonaceous material. It is formed from facility remains that have been compacted, hardened, chemically altered and metamorphosed by heat and pressure over geologic time without access to air.
Bituminous coal (Canadian/Foreign):
A dense, black coal, often with well-defined bands of bright and dull material with a moisture content usually less than 20%. It has a higher heating value and higher volatile matter and ash content than sub-bituminous coal; the heating value of bituminous coal typically ranges from 23.3 to 30.2 terajoules per kilotonne. Used in making coke, in steam and electricity production, as well as in the production of steel. Metallurgical coal is typically bituminous coal.
Sub-bituminous coal (Canadian/Foreign):
A black coal used primarily for thermal generation. It has a high moisture content, between 15% and 40% by weight. Its sulphur content is typically quite low; its ash content is also usually low, but volatile matter is usually high and can exceed 40% of the weight. Heating value varies from 16.3 terajoules per kilotonne to slightly over 20.9 terajoules per kilotonne.
Lignite:
Low-rank, brown coals which are distinctly brown and woody or claylike in appearance, and which contain relatively high moisture contents (between 30% and 70% of the fuel by weight). Used almost exclusively for electric power generation.
Anthracite:
A hard, black, lustrous coal containing a high percentage of fixed carbon, a low percentage of volatile matter, little moisture content, low sulfur, low ash and a high heating value at or above 27.7 terajoules per kilotonne that burns with a nearly smokeless flame. Generally used in the production of steel.
Coal coke (Canadian/Foreign):
A hard, porous product made from the carbonization (baking) of bituminous coal in ovens in substoichiometric atmosphere at high temperatures to the extent that the volatile matter of the coal is released and the coal passes through a "plastic stage" to become metallurgical coke. Often used as a fuel and a carbon input (reducing agent) in smelting iron ore in an integrated steel mill (blast furnace). Coke breeze and foundry coke are included in this category.
Coal tar:
Organic material separated from coke oven gas evolved during coking operations (a black and viscous liquid). This category includes pyridine, tar acids, naphthalene, creosote oil and coal pitch.
Light coal oil:
Condensable products (primarily benzene, toluene, xylene and solvent naphtha) obtained during distillation of the coke oven gas, following removal of the coal tar.
Coke oven gas:
Obtained as a by-product of solid fuel carbonization and gasification operations carried out by coke producers and iron and steel plants.
Petroleum coke (Canadian/Foreign):
A final product, often called a "waste product", of the petroleum refining process, which is the output of the refinery after all of the distillates and oils have been distilled from crude oil, leaving a product that has the appearance of coal. There are various types, e.g., "sponge", "shot", and "fluid" coke, which are differentiated according to size. Petroleum coke is a residue high in carbon content and low in hydrogen that is the final product of thermal decomposition in the condensation process in cracking. It is typically high in sulfur, low in volatile matter, low in ash and low in moisture. It may be sold as is or further purified by calcining for specialty uses, including anode production. It may also be burned as fuel in various processes, ranging from power plants to cement kilns.
Heating value is typically around 40 terajoules per kilotonne.
Refinery fuel gas:
Any un-separated mixture of gases produced in refineries by distillation, cracking, reforming and other processes. The principal constituents are methane, ethane, ethylene, normal butane, butylenes, propane, propylene, etc. (et cetera) Also known as still gas. Still gas is used as a refinery fuel and a petrochemical feedstock.
Coke on catalyst (Catalyst coke):
In many catalytic operations ( e.g., catalytic cracking), carbon is deposited on the catalyst, thus deactivating the catalyst. The catalyst is reactivated by burning off the carbon, which is used as a fuel in the refining process. This carbon or coke is not recoverable in a concentrated form.
Bitumen emulsion (Orimulsion) and Bitumen AC:
A thick oil and water emulsion. It is made by mixing bitumen with about 30% water and a small amount of surfactant. Behaves similarly to fuel oil and was developed for industrial use. Bitumen AC is a viscosity grade bitumen mainly used in the manufacture of hot mix asphalt for base and wearing courses.
Ethane:
A normally gaseous, straight-chain hydrocarbon. A colourless, paraffinic gas extracted from natural gas or refinery gas streams, consisting of molecules composed of two atoms of carbon and six atoms of hydrogen (C2H6). Ethane is used as petrochemical feedstock in production of chemicals and plastics and as a solvent in enhanced oil recovery process.
Butane:
A normally gaseous hydrocarbon. A colourless, paraffinic gas extracted from natural gas or refinery gas streams, consisting of molecules composed of four atoms of carbon and ten atoms of hydrogen (C4H10). Butane is used primarily for blending in high-octane gasoline, for residential and commercial heating, and in the manufacture of chemicals and synthetic rubber.
Naphtha:
A feedstock destined primarily for the petrochemical industry ( e.g., ethylene manufacture or aromatics production). Naphtha specialties comprise all finished products within the naphtha boiling range of 70°C to 200°C that are used as paint thinners, cleaners or solvents.
Include gas oil used as petrochemical feedstocks.
By-product gas:
A mixture of hydrocarbons and hydrogen produced from chemical processes such as ethane cracking.
Flared gas:
Gas that is being burned as a means of disposal to the environment usually when it contains odorous or toxic components. Flared gas should be reported "as non-energy use".
Other:
Any energy commodity consumed not otherwise identified above. Specify in the space provided along with the unit of measure.
- Electricity - self-generated or purchased
- Natural gas
- Propane
- Diesel consumed on site
- Light fuel oil
- Kerosene and other middle distillates
- Heavy fuel oil
- Wood and wood waste
- Spent pulping liquor
- Steam - self-generated or purchased
- Coal - Bituminous
- Coal - Sub-bituminous
- Coal - Anthracite
- Coal - Lignite
- Coal coke
- Coal tar
- Light coal oil
- Coke oven gas
- Petroleum coke
- Refinery fuel gas
- By-product gas
- Coke on catalyst
- Bitumen emulsion (orimulsion) and Bitumen AC
- Ethane
- Butane
- Naphtha
- Flared gas
- Refuse - Specify the type of refuse consumed:
- Other - Specify other energy consumed not listed:
Electricity consumed
4. What unit of measure will you use to report electricity?
Unit of Measure
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilowatt-hour (kWh)
- Megawatt-hour (MWh)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
5. What was the quantity of self-generated and purchased electricity consumed as fuel?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Electricity:
A form of energy generated by friction, induction or chemical change that is caused by the presence and motion of elementary-charged particles. The electricity that is consumed can either be received by the facility (purchased) or produced by the facility (self-generated).
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Note: If the facility consumed self-generated electricity, please ensure you reported the total amount of electricity that was generated in question 1. If the energy commodity was used to produce steam for own use, please also respond to the consumption of self-generated steam question.
What was the quantity of self-generated and purchased electricity consumed as fuel?
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Quantity of purchased electricity consumed |
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Natural gas consumed
6. What unit of measure will you use to report natural gas?
Unit of Measure
- 100 cubic feet (Ccf)
- Cubic foot (ft3)
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Litre (L)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
7. What was the quantity of natural gas consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Natural gas:
A mixture of hydrocarbons, comprised principally of methane (CH4), originating in the gaseous phase or in solution with crude oil in porous geologic formations beneath the earth's surface.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. Some examples of natural gas used for non-energy use are:
- used as a reducing agent to produce direct reduced iron (DRI)
- used as feed to produce hydrogen and ammonia.
What was the quantity of natural gas consumed for each of the following purposes?
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Propane consumed
8. What unit of measure will you use to report propane?
Unit of Measure
- 33-Pound cylinder
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Litre (L)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
9. What was the quantity of propane consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Propane:
A gaseous, straight-chained hydrocarbon. A colourless, paraffinic gas extracted from natural gas or refinery gas streams, consisting of molecules composed of three atoms of carbon and eight atoms of hydrogen (C3H8). Used primarily in residential and commercial heating and cooling, as transportation fuel and petrochemical feedstock.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. Propane consumed as feed to produce other products.
What was the quantity of propane consumed for each of the following purposes?
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Diesel consumed on-site
10. What unit of measure will you use to report diesel?
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Litre (L)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
11. What was the quantity of diesel consumed on-site for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Diesel:
All grades of distillate fuel used for diesel engines, including those with low sulphur content (lower than 0.05%). Exclude diesel used for transportation off the facility site.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. Diesel consumed as feed to produce other products.
What was the quantity of diesel consumed on-site for each of the following purposes?
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Light fuel oil consumed
12. What unit of measure will you use to report light fuel oil?
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Litre (L)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
13. What was the quantity of light fuel oil consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Light fuel oil:
A light petroleum distillate used for power burners. Include fuel oil no. 2, fuel oil no. 3, furnace fuel oil, gas oils and light industrial fuel.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam.
What was the quantity of light fuel oil consumed for each of the following purposes?
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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Kerosene and other distillates consumed
14. What unit of measure will you use to report kerosene and other middle distillates?
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Litre (L)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
15. What was the quantity of kerosene and other middle distillates consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Kerosene and other middle distillates:
Include kerosene (a light petroleum distillate that is used in space heaters, cook stoves and water heaters, and is suitable for use as a light source when burned in wick-fed lamps; also known as stove oil), fuel oil no. 1 and mineral lamp oil. Exclude gasoline.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam.
What was the quantity of kerosene and other middle distillates consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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Heavy fuel oil consumed
16. What unit of measure will you use to report heavy fuel oil?
Unit of Measure
- Barrel (Bbl)
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Litre (L)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
17. What was the quantity of imported and Canadian heavy fuel oil consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Heavy fuel oil (Canadian/Foreign):
All grades of residual type fuels, including those with low sulphur content. Usually used for steam and electric power generation, and diesel motors.
Include heavy fuel oil nos. 4, 5, 6 and bunker C.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. Heavy fuel oil consumed as feed to produce other products.
What was the quantity of imported and Canadian heavy fuel oil consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity of imported heavy fuel oil consumed |
Quantity of Canadian heavy fuel oil consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Wood and wood waste consumed
18. What unit of measure will you use to report wood and wood waste?
Unit of Measure
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Long ton (LT)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Short ton (ST)
19. What was the quantity of wood and wood waste consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Wood and wood waste:
Wood and wood energy used as fuel, including round wood (cord wood), lignin, wood scraps from furniture and window frame manufacturing, wood chips, bark, sawdust, shavings, lumber rejects, forest residues, charcoal and pulp waste from the operation of pulp mills, sawmills and plywood mills.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
What was the quantity of wood and wood waste consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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Spent pulping liquor consumed
20. What unit of measure will you use to report spent pulping liquor?
Unit of Measure
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Long ton (LT)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Short ton (ST)
21. What was the quantity of spent pulping liquor consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Spent pulping liquor (Black liquor):
A recycled by-product formed during the pulping of wood in the paper-making process. It is primarily made up of lignin and other wood constituents, and chemicals that are by-products of the manufacture of chemical pulp. It is burned as fuel or in a recovery boiler which produces steam which can be used to produce electricity.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
What was the quantity of spent pulping liquor consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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Steam consumed
22. What unit of measure will you use to report steam?
Unit of Measure
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Long ton (LT)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Short ton (ST)
23. What was the quantity of purchased steam consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Steam:
A gas resulting from the vaporization of a liquid or the sublimation of a solid, generated by condensing or non condensing turbines. The steam that is consumed can either be produced by the establishment or received by the establishment (purchased). Report purchased steam used as fuel for the production process, used to produce electricity and used for a non-energy use (such as atomization or as feed in process application). However, steam consumed as a motive force to move liquid and gas streams, or steam used to moisturize feed for another process should not be reported.
Special note:
The consumption of fuels used to generate steam for use within the establishment should be reported under "as fuel" for those fuels. For example, if 100 cubic metres of heavy fuel oil was used to produce steam for the establishment’s own use, the consumption of 100 cubic metres should be included under "as fuel" for heavy fuel oil.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, steam used as feed to produce other products.
What was the quantity of self-generated and purchased steam consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity of purchased steam consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating and on-site transportation. |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Bituminous coal consumed
24. What unit of measure will you use to report bituminous coal?
Unit of Measure
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Long ton (LT)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Short ton (ST)
25. What was the quantity of imported and Canadian bituminous coal consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Bituminous coal (Canadian/Foreign):
A dense, black coal, often with well-defined bands of bright and dull material with a moisture content usually less than 20%. It has a higher heating value and higher volatile matter and ash content than sub-bituminous coal; the heating value of bituminous coal typically ranges from 23.3 to 30.2 terajoules per kilotonne. Used in making coke, in steam and electricity production, as well as in the production of steel. Metallurgical coal is typically bituminous coal.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of imported and Canadian bituminous coal consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity of imported
bituminous coal
consumed |
Quantity of Canadian
bituminous coal
consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Sub-bituminous coal consumed
26. What unit of measure will you use to report sub-bituminous coal?
Unit of Measure
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Long ton (LT)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Short ton (ST)
27. What was the quantity of imported and Canadian sub-bituminous coal consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Sub-bituminous coal (Canadian/Foreign):
A black coal used primarily for thermal generation. It has a high moisture content, between 15% and 40% by weight. Its sulphur content is typically quite low; its ash content is also usually low, but volatile matter is usually high and can exceed 40% of the weight. Heating value varies from 16.3 terajoules per kilotonne to slightly over 20.9 terajoules per kilotonne.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of imported and Canadian sub-bituminous coal consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity of imported
sub-bituminous coal
consumed |
Quantity of Canadian
sub-bituminous coal
consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Imported anthracite coal consumed
28. What unit of measure will you use to report imported anthracite coal?
Unit of Measure
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Long ton (LT)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Short ton (ST)
29. What was the quantity of imported anthracite coal consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Anthracite:
A hard, black, lustrous coal containing a high percentage of fixed carbon, a low percentage of volatile matter, little moisture content, low sulfur, low ash and a high heating value at or above 27.7 terajoules per kilotonne that burns with a nearly smokeless flame. Generally used in the production of steel.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of imported anthracite coal consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Canadian lignite coal consumed
30. What unit of measure will you use to report Canadian lignite coal?
Unit of Measure
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Long ton (LT)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Short ton (ST)
31. What was the quantity of Canadian lignite coal consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Lignite:
Low-rank, brown coals which are distinctly brown and woody or claylike in appearance, and which contain relatively high moisture contents (between 30% and 70% of the fuel by weight). Used almost exclusively for electric power generation.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of Canadian lignite coal consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Coal coke consumed
32. What unit of measure will you use to report coal coke?
Unit of Measure
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Long ton (LT)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Short ton (ST)
33. What was the quantity of imported and Canadian coal coke consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Coal coke (Canadian/Foreign):
A hard, porous product made from the carbonization (baking) of bituminous coal in ovens in substoichiometric atmosphere at high temperatures to the extent that the volatile matter of the coal is released and the coal passes through a "plastic stage" to become metallurgical coke. Often used as a fuel and a carbon input (reducing agent) in smelting iron ore in an integrated steel mill (blast furnace). Coke breeze and foundry coke are included in this category.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of imported and Canadian coal coke consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity of imported coal
coke consumed |
Quantity of Canadian coal
coke consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Coal tar consumed
34. What unit of measure will you use to report coal tar?
Unit of Measure
- Barrel (Bbl)
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Litre (L)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
35. What was the quantity of coal tar consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Coal tar:
Organic material separated from coke oven gas evolved during coking operations (a black and viscous liquid). Include pyridine, tar acids, naphthalene, creosote oil and coal pitch.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of coal tar consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Light coal oil consumed
36. What unit of measure will you use to report light coal oil?
Unit of Measure
- Barrel (Bbl)
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Litre (L)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
37. What was the quantity of light coal oil consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Light coal oil:
Condensable products (primarily benzene, toluene, xylene and solvent naphtha) obtained during distillation of the coke oven gas, following removal of the coal tar.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of light coal oil consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Coke oven gas consumed
38. What unit of measure will you use to report coke oven gas?
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Litre (L)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
39. What was the quantity of coke oven gas consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Coke oven gas:
Obtained as a by-product of solid fuel carbonization and gasification operations carried out by coke producers and iron and steel plants.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of coke oven gas consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Petroleum coke consumed
40. What unit of measure will you use to report petroleum coke?
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Litre (L)
- Long ton (LT)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Short ton (ST)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
41. What was the quantity of imported and Canadian petroleum coke consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Petroleum coke (Canadian/Foreign):
A final product, often called a "waste product", of the petroleum refining process, which is the output of the refinery after all of the distillates and oils have been distilled from crude oil, leaving a product that has the appearance of coal. There are various types, e.g., "sponge", "shot", and "fluid" coke, which are differentiated according to size. Petroleum coke is a residue high in carbon content and low in hydrogen that is the final product of thermal decomposition in the condensation process in cracking. It is typically high in sulfur, low in volatile matter, low in ash and low in moisture. It may be sold as is or further purified by calcining for specialty uses, including anode production. It may also be burned as fuel in various processes, ranging from power plants to cement kilns.
Heating value is typically around 40 terajoules per kilotonne.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, petroleum coke used as feed to reduce lead oxide in lead production.
What was the quantity of imported and Canadian petroleum coke consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity of imported
petroleum coke consumed |
Quantity of Canadian
petroleum coke consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Refinery fuel gas consumed
42. What unit of measure will you use to report refinery fuel gas?
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Litre (L)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
43. What was the quantity of refinery fuel gas consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Refinery fuel gas:
Any un-separated mixture of gases produced in refineries by distillation, cracking, reforming and other processes. The principal constituents are methane, ethane, ethylene, normal butane, butylenes, propane, propylene, etc. (et cetera) Also known as still gas. Still gas is used as a refinery fuel and a petrochemical feedstock.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
What was the quantity of refinery fuel gas consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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By-product gas consumed
44. What was the quantity of by-product gas consumed as fuel?
e.g., for the production process, heating, on-site transportation, to produce steam for own use
By-product gas:
A mixture of hydrocarbons and hydrogen produced from chemical processes such as ethane cracking.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Note: If the energy commodity was used to produce steam for own use, please also respond to the consumption of self-generated steam question.
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
Coke on catalyst consumed
45. What unit of measure will you use to report coke on catalyst?
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Litre (L)
- Long ton (LT)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Short ton (ST)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
46. What was the quantity of coke on catalyst consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Coke on catalyst (Catalyst coke):
In many catalytic operations ( e.g., catalytic cracking), carbon is deposited on the catalyst, thus deactivating the catalyst. The catalyst is reactivated by burning off the carbon, which is used as a fuel in the refining process. This carbon or coke is not recoverable in a concentrated form.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of coke on catalyst consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Bitumen emulsion (orimulsion) and Bitumen AC consumed
47. What unit of measure will you use to report bitumen emulsion (orimulsion) and Bitumen AC?
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Litre (L)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
48. What was the quantity of bitumen emulsion (orimulsion) and Bitumen AC consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Bitumen emulsion (Orimulsion) and Bitumen AC:
A thick oil and water emulsion. It is made by mixing bitumen with about 30% water and a small amount of surfactant. Behaves similarly to fuel oil and was developed for industrial use. Bitumen AC is a viscosity grade bitumen mainly used in the manufacture of hot mix asphalt for base and wearing courses.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of bitumen emulsion (orimulsion) consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Ethane consumed
49. What unit of measure will you use to report ethane?
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Litre (L)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
50. What was the quantity of ethane consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Ethane:
A normally gaseous, straight-chain hydrocarbon. A colourless, paraffinic gas extracted from natural gas or refinery gas streams, consisting of molecules composed of two atoms of carbon and six atoms of hydrogen (C2H6). Ethane is used as petrochemical feedstock in production of chemicals and plastics and as a solvent in enhanced oil recovery process.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of ethane consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Butane consumed
51. What unit of measure will you use to report butane?
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Litre (L)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
52. What was the quantity of butane consumed for each of the following purposes?
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Butane:
A normally gaseous hydrocarbon. A colourless, paraffinic gas extracted from natural gas or refinery gas streams, consisting of molecules composed of four atoms of carbon and ten atoms of hydrogen (C4H10). Butane is used primarily for blending in high-octane gasoline, for residential and commercial heating, and in the manufacture of chemicals and synthetic rubber.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of butane consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Naphtha consumed
53. What was the quantity of naphtha consumed for non-energy use?
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends
Naphtha:
A feedstock destined primarily for the petrochemical industry ( e.g., ethylene manufacture or aromatics production). Naphtha specialties comprise all finished products within the naphtha boiling range of 70°C to 200°C that are used as paint thinners, cleaners or solvents.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Litre (L)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
Flared gas consumed
54. What was the quantity of flared gas consumed for non-energy use?
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends
Flared gas:
Gas that is being burned as a means of disposal to the environment usually when it contains odorous or toxic components. Flared gas should be reported "as non-energy use".
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
Unit of Measure
- Cubic metre (m3)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
Refuse consumed
55. What unit of measure will you use to report the type of refuse?
i.e., (In other words) the refuse you specified in Question 3
Unit of Measure
- 100 cubic feet (Ccf)
- Barrel (Bbl)
- Cubic foot (ft3)
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Litre (L)
- Long ton (LT)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Short ton (ST)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
56. What was the quantity of the type of refuse consumed for each of the following purposes?
i.e., (In other words) the refuse you specified in Question 3.
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Refuse:
Solid or liquid waste materials used as a combustible energy source. Include the burning of wastepaper, packing materials, garbage and other industrial, agricultural and urban refuse. It is often used to generate electricity. Please specify type.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam.
What was the quantity of the type of refuse consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Other energy consumed
57. What unit of measure will you use to report the other energy?
i.e., (In other words) the other energy you specified in Question 3.
Unit of Measure
- 100 cubic feet (Ccf)
- 33-Pound cylinder
- Barrel (Bbl)
- Cubic foot (ft3)
- Cubic metre (m3)
- Imperial gallon (imp. gal.)
- U.S. gallon (U.S. gal)
- Gigajoule (GJ)
- Kilogram (kg)
- Litre (L)
- Long ton (LT)
- Metric tonne (MT)
- Million Btu (MMBtu)
- Pound (lb)
- Short ton (ST)
- Thousands of cubic metres (000m3)
58. What was the quantity of the other energy consumed for each of the following purposes?
i.e., (In other words) the other energy you specified Question 3.
Use the unit of measure you selected in the question above.
Other:
Any energy commodity consumed not otherwise identified on the questionnaire. Include gasoline used on site but exclude gasoline used for transportation off the facility site. Specify in the space provided along with the unit of measure.
Amount consumed as fuel:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to:
- power production processes, heating, on-site transportation
- produce steam for own use ( e.g., steam which is then used to heat the facility, to generate electricity or for non-energy use).
Amount consumed to produce steam for sale:
The quantity of the energy commodity used in the production of steam that is delivered to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding. Energy used to produce steam which is used internally by your facility is reported consumed "as fuel".
Amount consumed to produce electricity:
The quantity of the energy commodity used to generate electricity either for the facility's own use or for delivery to another facility, business or organization, as per a sales contract or other understanding.
Amount consumed for non-energy use:
The quantity of the energy commodity used for other purposes than as fuel in the facility production process or to produce electricity or steam. For example, anthracite used for non-energy use are used as feed (as a reducing agent) to produce ferrosilicon, silicon metal, iron and steel.
What was the quantity of the other energy consumed for each of the following purposes?
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Quantity consumed |
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As fuel for the production process
Also include energy consumed for heating, on-site transportation and to produce steam for own use. |
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| To produce steam for sale or transfer to another facility or business |
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| To produce electricity |
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For non-energy use
e.g., atomization, as feed to produce other products, as a reducing agent or used in gasoline blends |
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Steam sales
59. Did this facility produce steam to sell or transfer to other facilities, businesses or organizations?
60. What was the quantity of steam sold or transferred to other facilities or businesses in the industries below?
Report in gigajoules.
Steam sales: Please report the amount of steam sold or transferred to another facility in Gigajoules (GJ).
What was the quantity of steam sold or transferred to other facilities, businesses or organizations in the industries below?
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Quantity in gigajoules |
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Residential
Include apartment buildings. |
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| Agriculture |
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| Paper manufacturing |
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| Chemical manufacturing |
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| All other manufacturing |
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| Public administration |
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| Commercial and institutional |
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| Total |
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Use of artificial intelligence to optimize energy savings
61. Has your facility adopted any artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to optimize energy savings?
AI technologies refer to systems or tools that use advanced algorithms, machine learning, or data analysis to simulate human intelligence. These technologies can analyze large datasets, make predictions, automate processes, and optimize operations. In context of energy consumption, AI technologies include tools for demand forecasting, energy efficiency monitoring, smart grid optimization, and predictive maintenance of energy systems.
Equipment or machine optimization
Focuses on enhancing the operational efficiency of machinery and equipment through methods such as AI driven variable speed drives, real-time monitoring, diagnostics, automated scheduling, and process improvements for energy savings.
Predictive Maintenance
Uses AI-driven data analysis and technologies like sensors and real-time monitoring to predict equipment failures, allowing for proactive maintenance to minimize downtime and energy inefficiencies for energy savings.
Building Energy Management (e.g., Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), lighting)
Involves automating and optimizing building systems such as heating, cooling, lighting, and ventilation to improve energy efficiency, often incorporating smart thermostats, lighting controls, and energy dashboards.
Production Scheduling or Optimization
Applies AI to streamline production timelines and resource allocation, ensuring energy use aligns with operational needs while reducing waste and inefficiencies in manufacturing or industrial processes.
Renewable Energy Integration
Optimizes the use and management of renewable energy sources (e.g., solar, wind) through AI tools that balance generation, storage, and consumption effectively.
Energy Use Monitoring and Reporting
Involves systematic tracking and analysis of energy consumption using AI tools like smart energy meters, dashboards, compliance reporting systems, benchmarking, and anomaly detection to identify areas for energy savings.
Machine Learning Algorithms for Process Optimization
Utilizes advanced AI models to analyze data and optimize specific processes such as energy load balancing, smart grid operations, HVAC performance, and industrial machinery efficiency.
IoT-Based Monitoring and Control Systems
Employs interconnected AI devices, AI sensors, and AI smart tools that collect and transmit real-time data, enabling remote monitoring and automated control of systems like appliances, building automation, and grid management for energy savings.
AI-Powered Predictive Analytics for Energy Use and Maintenance
Uses predictive AI models to forecast energy demand, detect consumption anomalies, and predict maintenance needs to ensure efficient system performance.
- Yes
- Approximately how many months ago was AI for energy savings first implemented at this facility?
- No, but planning to in the next 12 months
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- No, but considering it in 1 to 3 years
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- No, and no plans in the foreseeable future
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- Unsure
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Artificial intelligence technologies used to optimize energy savings
62. What types of AI technologies or approaches has your facility implemented for energy savings?
The distinction between AI driven and non AI driven energy saving activities depends on the level of automation, data processing, and sophistication of decision making involved. AI driven activities typically involve adaptive decision making such as analyzing large sets of real-time or historical data to make dynamic, autonomous adjustments without human intervention. These systems can also improve over time through machine learning, using feedback and user behavior to enhance performance and optimize energy use
AI technologies refer to systems or tools that use advanced algorithms, machine learning, or data analysis to simulate human intelligence. These technologies can analyze large datasets, make predictions, automate processes, and optimize operations. In the context of energy consumption, AI technologies include tools for demand forecasting, energy efficiency monitoring, smart grid optimization, and predictive maintenance of energy systems.
Equipment or machine optimization
Focuses on enhancing the operational efficiency of machinery and equipment through methods such as AI driven variable speed drives, real-time monitoring, diagnostics, automated scheduling, and process improvements for energy savings.
Predictive Maintenance
Uses AI-driven data analysis and technologies like sensors and real-time monitoring to predict equipment failures, allowing for proactive maintenance to minimize downtime and energy inefficiencies for energy savings.
Building Energy Management (e.g., Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), lighting)
Involves automating and optimizing building systems such as heating, cooling, lighting, and ventilation to improve energy efficiency, often incorporating smart thermostats, lighting controls, and energy dashboards.
Production Scheduling or Optimization
Applies AI to streamline production timelines and resource allocation, ensuring energy use aligns with operational needs while reducing waste and inefficiencies in manufacturing or industrial processes.
Renewable Energy Integration
Optimizes the use and management of renewable energy sources (e.g., solar, wind) through AI tools that balance generation, storage, and consumption effectively.
Energy Use Monitoring and Reporting
Involves systematic tracking and analysis of energy consumption using AI tools like smart energy meters, dashboards, compliance reporting systems, benchmarking, and anomaly detection to identify areas for energy savings.
Machine Learning Algorithms for Process Optimization
Utilizes advanced AI models to analyze data and optimize specific processes such as energy load balancing, smart grid operations, HVAC performance, and industrial machinery efficiency.
IoT-Based Monitoring and Control Systems
Employs interconnected AI devices, AI sensors, and AI smart tools that collect and transmit real-time data, enabling remote monitoring and automated control of systems like appliances, building automation, and grid management for energy savings.
AI-Powered Predictive Analytics for Energy Use and Maintenance
Uses predictive AI models to forecast energy demand, detect consumption anomalies, and predict maintenance needs to ensure efficient system performance.
AI-Integrated Energy Management Platforms or Software
Comprehensive software solutions that integrate various AI-driven tools for centralized management, analysis, and optimization of energy systems and usage patterns.
Digital Twins or Virtual Simulations for System Modeling and Optimization
Virtual representations of physical systems that allow simulation, testing, and optimization of performance in a risk-free digital environment, enabling improved decision-making for energy management.
Robotics or AI driven automation systems for energy savings
e.g., robotic inspection systems for detecting energy leaks, robotic process automation in manufacturing, autonomous robots optimizing equipment operations.
Select all that apply.
- Equipment or machine optimization
e.g., AI-driven variable speed drives, real-time monitoring, diagnostics, automated scheduling, process improvements etc. for energy savings
- Predictive maintenance
e.g., AI-driven data analysis, technologies like sensors, real-time monitoring to predict equipment failures for energy savings.
- Building energy management
e.g., HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) and lighting, often incorporating smart thermostats, lighting controls, energy dashboards etc.
- Production scheduling or optimization
e.g., streamline production timelines and resource allocation, ensuring energy use aligns with operational needs while reducing waste and inefficiencies
- Renewable energy integration
e.g., AI tools that balance generation, storage, and consumption to optimize and manage renewable energy sources such as solar and wind etc.
- Energy use monitoring and reporting
e.g., systematic tracking and analysis of energy consumption using AI tools like smart energy meters, dashboards, compliance reporting systems, benchmarking, and anomaly detection to identify areas for energy savings
- Machine learning algorithms for process optimization
e.g., advanced AI models to analyze data and optimize specific processes such as energy load balancing, smart grid operations, HVAC performance, and industrial machinery efficiency
- IoT-based monitoring and control systems
e.g., interconnected AI devices, AI sensors, and AI smart tools that collect and transmit real-time data, enabling remote monitoring and automated control of systems like appliances, building automation, and grid management for energy savings
- AI-powered predictive analytics for energy use and maintenance
e.g., predictive AI models to forecast energy demand, detect consumption anomalies, and predict maintenance needs to ensure efficient system performance
- AI-integrated energy management platforms or software
e.g., software solutions that integrate AI-driven tools for centralized management, analysis, and optimization of energy systems and usage patterns
- Digital twins or virtual simulations for system modeling and optimization
e.g., Virtual representations of physical systems that allow simulation, testing, and optimization of performance in a risk-free digital environment, enabling improved decision-making for energy management
- Robotics or AI-driven automation systems for energy savings
e.g., robotic inspection systems for detecting energy leaks, robotic process automation in manufacturing, autonomous robots optimizing equipment operations
- Other
- Specify other AI for energy savings:
63. Compared to before AI was implemented, what has been the approximate impact of AI implementation on this facility's annual energy consumption.
Best estimates are acceptable.
- Significant reduction in energy consumption
i.e., more than 20% reduction
- Which types of energy were most impacted?
- Moderate reduction in energy consumption
i.e., 5% to 20% reduction
- Which types of energy were most impacted?
- Minimal reduction in energy consumption
i.e., less than 5% reduction
- Which types of energy were most impacted?
- Increase in energy consumption due to AI data processing
- Which types of energy were most impacted?
- Not measured or don't know
- No change
64. Has AI adoption contributed to measurable reductions in this facility's total green house gas (GHG) emissions?
- Yes, significant reductions in total GHG emissions
i.e., more than 20% reduction
- Yes, moderate reductions in total GHG emissions
i.e., 5% to 20% reduction
- Yes, minor reductions in total GHG emissions
i.e., less than 5% reduction
- No measurable impact yet
- Unsure
65. Which of the following challenges, if any, has your facility faced in adopting AI for energy savings?
Select all that apply.
- High initial investment cost
Includes the significant upfront expenses required for AI software, hardware, and infrastructure, as well as ongoing maintenance and upgrades.
- Lack of technical expertise or supporting staff
Refers to insufficient knowledge, skills, or training within the organization to effectively implement, manage, or operate AI technologies.
- Insufficient support from management or broader organization
Facility management or other decision-makers may be hesitant or resistant to prioritize, approve, or provide resources for adopting AI technologies aimed at achieving energy savings.
- Integration issues with existing systems
Challenges in incorporating AI technologies with legacy systems, incompatible hardware, or pre-existing software solutions.
- Lack of awareness about AI solutions
Difficulty in identifying or understanding the potential AI tools and technologies available for energy management.
- Concerns over data privacy or security
Fear of exposing sensitive organizational or consumer data, or vulnerabilities arising from the use of AI technologies.
- Uncertain return on investment
Difficulty in quantifying the financial benefits or energy savings associated with AI adoption, making it harder to justify the expenditure.
- Regulatory or policy barriers
Restrictions or unclear guidelines on the use of AI for energy management due to local, national, or industry-specific regulations.
- Difficulty in measuring energy savings
Challenges in accurately tracking and validating the energy savings or efficiency gains achieved through AI implementation.
- Other
- Specify other challenges to adopting AI for energy savings:
OR
- This facility has not faced any challenges
66. Does the adopted AI technology require a connection to a data center for operation?
- Yes, it requires an internal data center (on-premises)
- Yes, it requires an external data center (cloud-based)
- Yes, it uses a hybrid approach (both internal and external)
- No, it operates independently without a data center connection
- Unsure
67. How likely is your facility to increase investment in AI for energy savings in the next 5 years?
Investment includes spending on equipment, software, technology implementation, training, consulting and other resources dedicated specifically to adopting or expanding artificial intelligence capabilities aimed at improving energy efficiencies or achieving energy savings at your facility.
- Very likely
- Somewhat likely
- Neutral
- Somewhat unlikely
- Very unlikely
68. What types of government support would help your facility adopt or expand AI for energy savings?
Financial incentives
Include rebates, tax credits, guaranteed loans with low or no interest etc.
Training programs for technical expertise
Include government-sponsored workshops, certification courses, or online programs to train employees on deploying and managing AI for energy optimization.
Access to AI tools and technology demonstrations
Include publicly funded AI pilot projects, technology demonstration hubs showcasing AI applications in energy, or government-sponsored access to proprietary AI tools for testing and learning.
Development of regulatory frameworks for AI use in energy efficiency
Include clear guidelines for AI implementation in energy systems, data privacy standards for AI-driven tools, or incentives for regulatory compliance when adopting AI technologies.
Select all that apply.
- Financial incentives (rebates, tax credits, guaranteed loans with low or no interest etc.)
- Training programs for technical expertise
- Access to AI tools and technology demonstrations
- Development of regulatory frameworks for AI use in energy efficiency
- Other
- Specify other type of government support:
69. Which type of government support would most help your facility adopt or expand AI for energy savings?
- Financial incentives (rebates, tax credits, guaranteed loans with low or no interest etc.)
- Training programs for technical expertise
- Access to AI tools and technology demonstrations
- Development of regulatory frameworks for AI use in energy efficiency
- Other
- Specify other type of government support:
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Potential artificial intelligence technology use for energy savings
70. What types of AI technologies or approaches, if any, is your facility considering to improve energy savings?
The distinction between AI driven and non AI driven energy saving activities depends on the level of automation, data processing, and sophistication of decision making involved. AI driven activities typically involve adaptive decision making such as analyzing large sets of real-time or historical data to make dynamic, autonomous adjustments without human intervention. These systems can also improve over time through machine learning, using feedback and user behavior to enhance performance and optimize energy use.
Select all that apply.
- Equipment or machine optimization
e.g., AI-driven variable speed drives, real-time monitoring, diagnostics, automated scheduling, process improvements etc. for energy savings
- Predictive maintenance
e.g., AI-driven data analysis, technologies like sensors, real-time monitoring to predict equipment failures for energy savings.
- Building energy management
e.g., HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) and lighting, often incorporating smart thermostats, lighting controls, energy dashboards etc.
- Production scheduling or optimization
e.g., streamline production timelines and resource allocation, ensuring energy use aligns with operational needs while reducing waste and inefficiencies
- Renewable energy integration
e.g., AI tools that balance generation, storage, and consumption to optimize and manage renewable energy sources such as solar and wind etc.
- Energy use monitoring and reporting
e.g., systematic tracking and analysis of energy consumption using AI tools like smart energy meters, dashboards, compliance reporting systems, benchmarking, and anomaly detection to identify areas for energy savings
- Machine learning algorithms for process optimization
e.g., advanced AI models to analyze data and optimize specific processes such as energy load balancing, smart grid operations, HVAC performance, and industrial machinery efficiency
- IoT-based monitoring and control systems
e.g., interconnected AI devices, AI sensors, and AI smart tools that collect and transmit real-time data, enabling remote monitoring and automated control of systems like appliances, building automation, and grid management for energy savings
- AI-powered predictive analytics for energy use and maintenance
e.g., predictive AI models to forecast energy demand, detect consumption anomalies, and predict maintenance needs to ensure efficient system performance
- AI-integrated energy management platforms or software
e.g., software solutions that integrate AI-driven tools for centralized management, analysis, and optimization of energy systems and usage patterns
- Digital twins or virtual simulations for system modeling and optimization
e.g., Virtual representations of physical systems that allow simulation, testing, and optimization of performance in a risk-free digital environment, enabling improved decision-making for energy management
- Robotics or AI-driven automation systems for energy savings
e.g., robotic inspection systems for detecting energy leaks, robotic process automation in manufacturing, autonomous robots optimizing equipment operations
- Other
- Specify other AI for energy savings:
OR
- My facility is not considering any AI technologies or approaches to improve energy efficiency at this time
- Don't know
71. What potential challenges might your facility encounter when adopting AI for energy savings?
Select all that apply.
- High initial investment cost
Includes the significant upfront expenses required for AI software, hardware, and infrastructure, as well as ongoing maintenance and upgrades.
- Lack of technical expertise or supporting staff
Refers to insufficient knowledge, skills, or training within the organization to effectively implement, manage, or operate AI technologies.
- Insufficient support from management or broader organization
Facility management or other decision-makers may be hesitant or resistant to prioritize, approve, or provide resources for adopting AI technologies aimed at achieving energy savings.
- Integration issues with existing systems
Challenges in incorporating AI technologies with legacy systems, incompatible hardware, or pre-existing software solutions.
- Lack of awareness about AI solutions
Difficulty in identifying or understanding the potential AI tools and technologies available for energy management.
- Concerns over data privacy or security
Fear of exposing sensitive organizational or consumer data, or vulnerabilities arising from the use of AI technologies.
- Uncertain return on investment
Difficulty in quantifying the financial benefits or energy savings associated with AI adoption, making it harder to justify the expenditure.
- Regulatory or policy barriers
Restrictions or unclear guidelines on the use of AI for energy management due to local, national, or industry-specific regulations.
- Difficulty in measuring energy savings
Challenges in accurately tracking and validating the energy savings or efficiency gains achieved through AI implementation.
- Other
- Specify other challenges to adopting AI for energy savings:
OR
- Don't know
72. What types of government support would help your facility adopt or expand AI for energy savings?
- Financial incentives
Include rebates, tax credits, guaranteed loans with low or no interest etc.
- Training programs for technical expertise
Include government-sponsored workshops, certification courses, or online programs to train employees on deploying and managing AI for energy optimization.
- Access to AI tools and technology demonstrations
Include publicly funded AI pilot projects, technology demonstration hubs showcasing AI applications in energy, or government-sponsored access to proprietary AI tools for testing and learning.
- Development of regulatory frameworks for AI use in energy efficiency
Include clear guidelines for AI implementation in energy systems, data privacy standards for AI-driven tools, or incentives for regulatory compliance when adopting AI technologies.
- Other
- Specify other type of government support:
73. Which type of government support would most help your facility adopt or expand AI for energy savings?
- Financial incentives
Include rebates, tax credits, guaranteed loans with low or no interest etc.
- Training programs for technical expertise
Include government-sponsored workshops, certification courses, or online programs to train employees on deploying and managing AI for energy optimization.
- Access to AI tools and technology demonstrations
Include publicly funded AI pilot projects, technology demonstration hubs showcasing AI applications in energy, or government-sponsored access to proprietary AI tools for testing and learning.
- Development of regulatory frameworks for AI use in energy efficiency
Include clear guidelines for AI implementation in energy systems, data privacy standards for AI-driven tools, or incentives for regulatory compliance when adopting AI technologies.
- Other
- Specify other type of government support:
Proceed to Question 81
No current or foreseeable plans to use Artificial intelligence technologies
74. What are the main reasons your facility has not adopted AI for energy savings?
Select all that apply.
- Lack of budget or financial resources
- Lack of understanding of AI's potential benefits for energy efficiency
- Lack of technical expertise or supporting staff implement AI
- Lack of management support or organization buy-in
- Existing energy management strategies meet current needs
- Concerns over data privacy or security risks
- Regulatory or compliance challenges
- Other
- Specify reason AI not adopted:
75. What types of government support would help your facility to consider adopting AI for energy savings?
- Financial incentives
Include rebates, tax credits, guaranteed loans with low or no interest etc.
- Training programs for technical expertise
Include government-sponsored workshops, certification courses, or online programs to train employees on deploying and managing AI for energy optimization.
- Access to AI tools and technology demonstrations
Include publicly funded AI pilot projects, technology demonstration hubs showcasing AI applications in energy, or government-sponsored access to proprietary AI tools for testing and learning.
- Development of regulatory frameworks for AI use in energy efficiency
Include clear guidelines for AI implementation in energy systems, data privacy standards for AI-driven tools, or incentives for regulatory compliance when adopting AI technologies.
- Other
- Specify other type of government support:
76. Which type of government support would most help your facility to consider adopting AI for energy savings?
- Financial incentives
Include rebates, tax credits, guaranteed loans with low or no interest etc.
- Training programs for technical expertise
Include government-sponsored workshops, certification courses, or online programs to train employees on deploying and managing AI for energy optimization.
- Access to AI tools and technology demonstrations
Include publicly funded AI pilot projects, technology demonstration hubs showcasing AI applications in energy, or government-sponsored access to proprietary AI tools for testing and learning.
- Development of regulatory frameworks for AI use in energy efficiency
Include clear guidelines for AI implementation in energy systems, data privacy standards for AI-driven tools, or incentives for regulatory compliance when adopting AI technologies.
- Other
- Specify other type of government support:
Proceed to Question 81
Unsure about use of Artificial intelligence technologies
77. What types of government support would help your facility to consider adopting AI for energy savings?
- Financial incentives
Include rebates, tax credits, guaranteed loans with low or no interest etc.
- Training programs for technical expertise
Include government-sponsored workshops, certification courses, or online programs to train employees on deploying and managing AI for energy optimization.
- Access to AI tools and technology demonstrations
Include publicly funded AI pilot projects, technology demonstration hubs showcasing AI applications in energy, or government-sponsored access to proprietary AI tools for testing and learning.
- Development of regulatory frameworks for AI use in energy efficiency
Include clear guidelines for AI implementation in energy systems, data privacy standards for AI-driven tools, or incentives for regulatory compliance when adopting AI technologies.
- Other
- Specify other type of government support:
78. Which type of government support would most help your facility to consider adopting AI for energy savings?
- Financial incentives
Include rebates, tax credits, guaranteed loans with low or no interest etc.
- Training programs for technical expertise
Include government-sponsored workshops, certification courses, or online programs to train employees on deploying and managing AI for energy optimization.
- Access to AI tools and technology demonstrations
Include publicly funded AI pilot projects, technology demonstration hubs showcasing AI applications in energy, or government-sponsored access to proprietary AI tools for testing and learning.
- Development of regulatory frameworks for AI use in energy efficiency
Include clear guidelines for AI implementation in energy systems, data privacy standards for AI-driven tools, or incentives for regulatory compliance when adopting AI technologies.
- Other
- Specify other type of government support:
79. What types of AI technologies or approaches, if any, is your facility considering to improve energy savings?
The distinction between AI driven and non AI driven energy saving activities depends on the level of automation, data processing, and sophistication of decision making involved. AI driven activities typically involve adaptive decision making such as analyzing large sets of real-time or historical data to make dynamic, autonomous adjustments without human intervention. These systems can also improve over time through machine learning, using feedback and user behavior to enhance performance and optimize energy use.
Select all that apply.
- Equipment or machine optimization
e.g., AI-driven variable speed drives, real-time monitoring, diagnostics, automated scheduling, process improvements etc. for energy savings
- Predictive maintenance
e.g., AI-driven data analysis, technologies like sensors, real-time monitoring to predict equipment failures for energy savings.
- Building energy management
e.g., HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) and lighting, often incorporating smart thermostats, lighting controls, energy dashboards etc.
- Production scheduling or optimization
e.g., streamline production timelines and resource allocation, ensuring energy use aligns with operational needs while reducing waste and inefficiencies
- Renewable energy integration
e.g., AI tools that balance generation, storage, and consumption to optimize and manage renewable energy sources such as solar and wind etc.
- Energy use monitoring and reporting
e.g., systematic tracking and analysis of energy consumption using AI tools like smart energy meters, dashboards, compliance reporting systems, benchmarking, and anomaly detection to identify areas for energy savings
- Machine learning algorithms for process optimization
e.g., advanced AI models to analyze data and optimize specific processes such as energy load balancing, smart grid operations, HVAC performance, and industrial machinery efficiency
- IoT-based monitoring and control systems
e.g., interconnected AI devices, AI sensors, and AI smart tools that collect and transmit real-time data, enabling remote monitoring and automated control of systems like appliances, building automation, and grid management for energy savings
- AI-powered predictive analytics for energy use and maintenance
e.g., predictive AI models to forecast energy demand, detect consumption anomalies, and predict maintenance needs to ensure efficient system performance
- AI-integrated energy management platforms or software
e.g., software solutions that integrate AI-driven tools for centralized management, analysis, and optimization of energy systems and usage patterns
- Digital twins or virtual simulations for system modeling and optimization
e.g., Virtual representations of physical systems that allow simulation, testing, and optimization of performance in a risk-free digital environment, enabling improved decision-making for energy management
- Robotics or AI-driven automation systems for energy savings
e.g., robotic inspection systems for detecting energy leaks, robotic process automation in manufacturing, autonomous robots optimizing equipment operations
- Other
- Specify other AI for energy savings:
OR
- My facility is not considering any AI technologies or approaches to improve energy efficiency at this time
- Don't know
80. What potential challenges might your facility encounter when adopting AI for energy savings?
Select all that apply.
- High initial investment cost
Includes the significant upfront expenses required for AI software, hardware, and infrastructure, as well as ongoing maintenance and upgrades.
- Lack of technical expertise or supporting staff
Refers to insufficient knowledge, skills, or training within the organization to effectively implement, manage, or operate AI technologies.
- Insufficient support from management or broader organization
Facility management or other decision-makers may be hesitant or resistant to prioritize, approve, or provide resources for adopting AI technologies aimed at achieving energy savings.
- Integration issues with existing systems
Challenges in incorporating AI technologies with legacy systems, incompatible hardware, or pre-existing software solutions.
- Lack of awareness about AI solutions
Difficulty in identifying or understanding the potential AI tools and technologies available for energy management.
- Concerns over data privacy or security
Fear of exposing sensitive organizational or consumer data, or vulnerabilities arising from the use of AI technologies.
- Uncertain return on investment
Difficulty in quantifying the financial benefits or energy savings associated with AI adoption, making it harder to justify the expenditure.
- Regulatory or policy barriers
Restrictions or unclear guidelines on the use of AI for energy management due to local, national, or industry-specific regulations.
- Difficulty in measuring energy savings
Challenges in accurately tracking and validating the energy savings or efficiency gains achieved through AI implementation.
- Other
- Specify other challenges to adopting AI for energy savings:
OR
- Don't know
Changes or events
81. Indicate any changes or events that affected the reported changes in your energy consumption for this facility, compared with the last reporting period.
Select all that apply.
Reasons for changes in energy consumption: This section aims to reduce the necessity for further inquiries. Statistics Canada compares responses to this questionnaire with those from previous years. Please indicate the reasons that best describe significant changes in your energy consumption from the previous year along with an explanation.
- Fuel switch - Specify the fuel switch:
- Fuel price changes - Specify the fuel price changes:
- Technology changes - Specify the technology changes:
- Process changes - Specify the process changes:
- Awareness of energy efficiency - Specify the awareness of energy efficiency:
- New contract or loss of contract - Specify the new contract or loss of contract:
- Facility expansion or contraction - Specify the facility expansion or contraction:
- Change in product line - Specify the change in product line:
- Other - Specify the other changes or events:
- No changes or events
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