New Software Tool Makes Comparison Shopping for Energy-Efficient Motors Simple

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OTTAWA - Canadian industries can now download a tool that will help boost their competitiveness and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The Government of Canada announced today that the Canadian Motor Selection Tool (CanMOST) is now available at no cost from Natural Resources Canada at http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/egi. CanMOST allows users to compare operating costs of various motors and assess reductions in energy consumption, electricity costs and GHG emissions associated with purchasing and operating more energy-efficient industrial motors. "Selecting more energy-efficient equipment is one way our industries can help cut down emissions that contribute to climate change. Reducing energy use will also help them reduce operating costs," said the Honourable R. John Efford, Minister of Natural Resources Canada. "CanMOST is another sign of the Government of Canada's commitment to working with industries and providing them with the best information available so that they can make the best choices." CanMOST is designed to support utility auditors, energy consultants and industrial end-users in developing plans and actions to manage energy consumption and improve motor efficiency. It features 43,000 European and North American motors, a bilingual user interface and the ability to translate energy savings into GHG reductions. In addition, it provides energy and dollar savings from different high-efficiency motors in three specific scenarios: making a new purchase; comparing the cost of repairing versus replacing a motor; and replacing an inefficient existing motor before the end of its useful life. Industrial induction motors account for 10 to 20 percent of Canada's electricity consumption. Even modest efficiency gains can substantially reduce electricity usage and GHG emissions across Canada, and produce significant cost savings. Although energy-efficient motors can be more expensive to purchase than conventional motors, buyers often quickly recoup price differences in savings in energy and operating costs. CanMOST is the latest tool offered by the EnerGuide for Industry (EGI) initiative of NRCan's Office of Energy Efficiency. EGI provides on-line information and tools to help Canadian businesses choose more energy-efficient off-the-shelf equipment. BC Hydro, Manitoba Hydro and Hydro-Québec helped develop CanMOST, providing beta testing and translation assistance. The three provincial utilities also plan to actively promote CanMOST by distributing the software through their Web sites. The new software was featured at this year's annual convention of the Electrical Apparatus Service Association, Inc., which was held in Washington, D.C. on June 21. The international trade organization has a membership of more than 2,150 electromechanical sales and service firms in 50 countries. The Government of Canada's approach to climate change is focused on making the right choices for Canada. This will ensure that the actions taken today produce long-term and enduring results while maintaining a strong and growing economy. For more information, media may contact: Tom Ormsby Director of Communications Office of the Minister Natural Resources Canada Ottawa (613) 996-2007 Ghyslain Charron Media Relations Natural Resources Canada Ottawa (613) 992-4447

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