As B.C. businesses electrify and cooling loads rise, managing peak electricity demand is becoming more important than ever.

Demand response programs are helping businesses to shift some of their electricity use out of peak demand periods, and putting money back into their pockets. Load shifting can result in a more stable and resilient energy system. Simple tactics can be employed to help commercial building owners and managers take advantage of BC Hydro’s Demand Response Behavioural program.

This 1-hour webinar will focus on demand response and explore how commercial businesses can participate in demand response events. Hear from BC Hydro’s Program Manager, Alec Zaine, who will walk through program details, eligibility and how to apply.

Plus, hear from Dennis Rañada from CBRE as they share cost-effective solutions that their organization has implemented to shift their energy use and receive financial rewards.

Join B2E’s Program Manager and BOMA BC’s Director of the Decarb Accelerator Program to learn more about demand response supports grid resilience and the broader transition to electrification.

Who should attend?

Commercial, institutional and industrial building owners,

Building managers,

Energy consultants,

Design professionals, and

Anyone interested in the topic.

Speakers:

• Alec Zaine, Program Manager, Demand Response - Commercial & Industrial, BC Hydro

Alec Zaine is a Program Manager at BC Hydro and has worked with the utility for over 5 years. Leading the Demand Response for Business – Behavioural Offer. He works with commercial customers to reduce electricity use during peak periods through simple, low-cost actions that support grid flexibility.

• Dennis Rañada, Lead Energy Manager at CBRE

Dennis Rañada is an experienced Energy Manager currently leading sustainability initiatives for the Province of British Columbia account at CBRE since 2022. With a background that includes roles at BGIS, Tourism Whistler, and Trane BC, Dennis brings a wealth of expertise in energy management and building systems.

In his current role, Dennis collaborates closely with the Province’s Real Property Division and Corporate Sustainability Group to deliver key programs such as the annual Energy Management and Climate Action Plan (EMCAP) and support greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting. He oversees the Direct Digital Control (DDC) team and manages data for the Energy Management and Information Systems (EMIS), working with facility managers and technicians to identify and address inefficiencies in building operations.

Dennis is also a champion of sustainability education, promoting energy-saving practices among technicians and leading occupant engagement programs to raise awareness of conservation efforts. His innovative work includes managing the guaranteed savings innovation through the Demand Response Program and identifying targeted energy-saving opportunities across the province’s building portfolio.

Co-hosts:

• Mariko Michasiw, ZEIC

• Jennifer Davis, BOMA BC

Thanks to the financial support of BC Hydro, NRCan, and the City of Vancouver, this event is free of charge!

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