The Data Centre Incentive Program (DCIP) provides a positive contribution to your company’s bottom line by encouraging and rewarding the reduction of electricity demand in data centre operations through the implementation of energy efficiency projects.

Our incentives have increased for 2010 projects!

DCIP increased its incentives  to $800 per kilowatt (kW) or 10 cents per kilowatt hour (kWh) in annual electricity reductions, up to 50 per cent of the total cost! 

Any data centre located in Toronto Hydro's service area can qualify

A data centre is a facility or area used to house computer systems and associated components, such as telecommunications and storage systems. It generally includes redundant or backup power supplies, redundant data communications connections, environmental controls (e.g. air conditioning, fire suppression) and security devices. Note: Powerstream also has a Data Centre Incentive Program for customers in its service area.

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       Hear how to green your data centre
       and get paid to save. DCIP increased 
       its incentives to 800 per kilowatt (kW) or
       10 cents per kilowatt hour (kWh) in annual
       electricity reductions, up to 50 per cent of the
       total cost!  

 Potential DCIP Benefits

Potential Financial Benefits	Potential Strategic Benefits
Lump-sum payment in year 1 reduces total investment costs and enhances ROI - $800/actual peak kW reduction	Simple measurement and verification process provides vital project information at no cost
Ongoing savings of up to $876 or 10 cents per kWh reduction on electricity bills each year*	Smaller equipment footprint, increased electrical capacity, improved reliability and manageability
Operating cost savings and cost avoidance with more efficient equipment and design	Enhanced public exposure on the forefront of energy conservation and positively contributes to your "green strategy"

* Based on removing one kilowatt running 8,760 hours/year (8,760 kWh) multiplied by an all in electricity
cost of $0.1/kWh.

Examples of Typical Projects

Operational and planning actions include:

• Virtualization
• Consolidation
• Standardization
• Right-sizing
• Energy-efficient equipment and design
• Power management and efficiency

IT systems include:

• Computer systems
• Server technology
• Storage devices
• Other high performance components

Non-IT systems include:

• HVAC and air flow systems
• Fans and motors
• Fire suppression/high-security systems
• Power supplies and internet connections
• Controls and management and floor layout
• Lighting and envelope measures

Vendor Benefits of DCIP

• Incentive payments and electricity savings offer an easier way to justify new purchases
• Customers will see your company as bringing maximum benefit to each of their projects
• Start a conversation with your potential customers
• Gain a strategic and competitive advantage with this value add
• Educate your team of sales executives, partners and customers through joint seminars