Consulting with in-house 3E models

Evaluation of Canadian low-carbon hydrogen hub potential for blending into fossil-based natural gas system and optimizing end-use

ESMIA supported Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) in evaluating the potential for low-carbon hydrogen hubs in Canada and their role in reducing the carbon intensity of fossil-based natural gas systems. The project assessed cost-effective approaches for hydrogen blending and identified optimal end-use strategies to achieve the greatest feasible greenhouse gas reductions. The study included […]

Modelling energy pathways and analyzing their impacts on the evolution of the Quebec economy

Bill 69, tabled on June 6, 2024 in the National Assembly, aims to modernize the laws governing energy in order to support the energy transition and the decarbonization of the Quebec economy by 2050. This bill proposes the implementation of an integrated energy resources management plan (IERMP) to manage energy resources in a predictable, efficient […]

Collaboration for comparison modelling of updated Clean Electricity Regulations (CER)

ESMIA collaborated with ECCC to model the updated Clean Electricity Regulations (CER) using their North American TIMES Energy Model (NATEM) and the powerful RateVision energy rates analysis tool. Leveraging ESMIA’s expertise, the project involved assessing the latest (and confidential) CER policy details, ensuring rigorous compliance with complex policy requirements, and executing four strategic scenarios—with and […]

Modelling TransformTO net zero strategy scenarios using Local Emissions for Net Zero (LENZ) modelling suite

This project commissioned by the City of Toronto aimed to analyze and project Toronto’s pathway to net-zero emissions by 2040. ESMIA, who developed the LENZ Modelling Suite, worked closely with the City to define actions and policies, engage stakeholders, collect relevant data, and model different scenarios using LENZ. The project evaluated the impacts of federal, […]

Biocarbon study: feedstock availability, conversion pathways, and market opportunities

The goal of this study commissioned was to explore the potential for biocarbon project development in British Columbia. The province is a promising biocarbon hub due to its abundant biomass resources and public commitment to sustainability. However, challenges such as varying biomass feedstock availability, high production costs, limited markets, and awareness gaps hinder widespread adoption. […]

Report on Hydrogen Development in Texas

ESMIA was selected to evaluate and quantify the development potential for hydrogen across economic sectors in Texas. Texas is a leader in the hydrogen industry with over 1,000 miles of hydrogen pipelines and several production plants. The RRC project’s objective was to assess infrastructure requirements for hydrogen while optimizing for economic growth and considering US […]

Cost Effective Energy Pathways Study for Ontario

ESMIA has been mandated by the Ontario Ministry of Energy to conduct an independent Cost-Effective Energy Pathways Study that aims to identify least-cost pathways to decarbonizing the province’s energy system by 2050 (summary). Through an integrated and holistic view of Ontario’s economy, the core of the study is an assessment of various scenarios that reflect […]

Modelling of economic impacts on Canada resulting from measures to reduce emissions from international shipping

ESMIA was selected by Transport Canada to model the economic impacts on Canada resulting from measures to reduce emissions from international shipping. Over the past decade, these emissions have increased by 20%, prompting the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to adopt various strategies, including the 2018 initial GHG strategy and the revised 2023 strategy, targeting net-zero […]

Post-crisis support to the government’s reform initiatives: coal phase-out, gas infrastructure and just transition in Kazakhstan

The UNDP aimed to support the efforts of the Kazakhstan Government with the analysis of the socio-economic risks and benefits of country decarbonization with a coal phase-out and the possibility of bridging this process with the expansion of gas generation through a just transition lens. ESMIA was selected to quantify the risks and benefits of […]

Compliance Costs under the Clean Fuel Regulations: Estimating near-term credit prices, compliance costs, and impacts on fuel prices

In June 2022, the Government of Canada enacted the Clean Fuel Regulations to replace the federal Renewable Fuels Regulations, with new lifecycle carbon intensity reduction requirements that took effect on July 1, 2023. The Clean Fuel Regulations require producers and importers of gasoline and diesel to reduce the life cycle carbon intensity from the fuels […]