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Employment associated with conservation in Ontario [2009-03-16] IndEco, in association with Econometric Research Limited, estimated net employment and other macro-economic impacts associated with the Ontario Power Authority's Integrated Power System Plan. We estimate net employment creation (after accounting for losses on the conventional generation side) of more than 50,000 person-years over the life of the plan. The report also reviews other recent reports looking at energy conservation and employment and critically analyses their methodology.

IndEco helps Barrie Hydro win PeakBuster Award [2009-01-16] In 2008 IndEco worked with Barrie Hydro to provide turnkey delivery of some of the Ontario Power Authority conservation programs as well as providing the marketing and promotion for others. The success of these programs has contributed to Barrie Hydro receiving one of eight PeakBuster Awards for exceeding the provincial average in reducing peak electricity demand at the time of greatest demand in 2008 as compared to 2007.

IndEco staff presenting at international energy conference [2008-12-16] In January 2009, IndEco staff are presenting at the Association of Energy Service Professional's (AESP) 19th National Energy Services Conference & Expo in San Diego, California. Presentations will cover a review of best practices in monitoring and evaluation of energy efficiency programs, and social marketing and employee engagement on energy in hospitals.