Sonya Watson, Mayor Mitch Twolan,

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1 EthoSolar Inc. 560 Anne Street North, Barrie, Ontario L4M 4S4 Toll Free I Tel I Fax info@ethosolar.com I ethosolar IRIGHT[ D S" fag The Corporation of the Township Huron-Kinloss 21 Queen Street, P.O. Box 130 Ripley, Ontario NOG 2RO Date: November 12, 2012 Attention: RE : Sonya Watson, clerk@huronkinloss.com Mayor Mitch Twolan, mitch.twolan@remax-ix.ca Municipal Council Support Resolution for Solar Project Wilken Horse Farm in Ripley The Ontario Power Authority (OPA) has launched its revised Feed-in-Tariff (FIT) Program as of May 7, The FIT Program Version 2.0 recognizes the value of municipal input and support of solar power systems in their respective communities. In an effort to obtain your support and input, EthoSolar wishes to approach the Leadership of the Township Huron-Kinloss on behalf of Jonathan Wilken, who is a member of Simcoe County Community Energy Co-operative (SCCEC). Through the enclosed documentation, EthoSolar would like to present the rationale for your support of Wilken Horse Farm solar project located in Ripley. Renewable energy is a fascinating new world and we strongly believe in the importance of helping educate our communities on how solar systems work and how to best harness this income generating opportunity. Why this solar power project benefits the Township Huron-Kinloss The benefits to supporting Solar Power installations in your community include, but are not limited to the following: Developing new employment opportunities. Each new project increases the potential for several full-time positions to cover the maintenance over the 20 year contracts once approved; Increased property values; Generating revenues thai-are designed to remain local; Taking advantage of the magnitude of available electrical grid capacity in the Township Huron-Kinloss; Demonstrating your municipality's commitment to becoming a sustainable community. It is our intention to work with the Township Huron-Kinloss on behalf of Jonathan Wilken as we compile their FIT 2.0 Application for Wilken Horse Farm solar project located at 3066 Concession 4 in Ripley. Given the latest requirements to receive a FIT contract from Ontario Power Authority, Simcoe County Community Energy Co-op must have the support of the Council for this particular project. Projects such as this one will not likely proceed without written resolution confirming the Municipal Council's support. Simcoe County Community Energy Co-op is responsible for ensuring all facets of the project come together including the application process for a FIT 2.0 contract.

2 Enclosed you will find the following documentation: 1. Simcoe County Community Energy Co-operative Introduction to Simcoe County Community Energy Co-operative; 2. Project Overview Property owner information and project description including an aerial perspective of the project location and an overview of the equipment to be installed; 3. OPA Form Ontario Power Authority Prescribed FormlTemplate: Municipal Council Support Resolution (for signature by representatives of the Township Huron-Kinloss). OUR REQUEST TO COUNCIL Simcoe County Community Energy Co-op is requesting that Council would pass a resolution of support and issue bylaws in support of Wilken Horse Farm solar project in Ripley. By doing so, the Council would ensure this solar power project will receive two (2) Priority Points required in the Ontario Power Authority FIT 2.0 application process. Once a FIT contract has been awarded by the OPA, Simcoe County Community Energy Co-op will be granted a Return-on-Investment that will spur clean, renewable energy at a minimum of 20 years in the Township Huron-Kinloss. The attached OPA Form must be signed off by an official representative and returned to or collected by the offices of EthoSolar Inc. EthoSolar is dedicated to working with the Township Huron-Kinloss, Ontario Power Authority, HydroOne and the local distribution company to help move this solar project forward. We would be delighted to further discuss the opportunities for renewable energy in your community and answer questions specific to this particular project. We can be reached at (705) or via . Please advise on how we can further approach Council and/or the Township's staff to process a request for Municipal Council Support Resolution. Best regards, Danny Mueller Project Specialist danny@ethosolar.com Michelle Bloom Contreras Marketing Manager michelle@ethosolar.com Enclosures When you support local solar power projects, you are also: RedUCing your impact on the environment Supporting the development of new, renewable electricity generation in Ontario Reducing the community's reliance on fossil fuels Sending a strong message about the importance of renewable electricity in your community

3 Simcoe County Community Energy Co-operative Simcoe COllnty Community l:ncrg) Co-opcm.ti,"c 560 Anne Street North. Barrie. Ontario I 4M.;JS4 Tel !55 I Fax INTRODUCTION TO SIMCOE COUNTY COMMUNITY ENERGY CO-OPERATIVE Simcoe County Community Energy Co-operative (SCCEC) is a Co-op that was developed with the goal to give people the chance to promote environmental awareness while also creating good investment opportunities. SCCEC is a for-profit business venture that seeks to offer an attractive and sustainable investment vehicle for members of the community. This will help the community to generate revenues that are designed to remain local and improve the overall wealth of the municipality. Environmental In its initial phase, SCCEC will invest its resources into Solar PV where it will aim to build a large number of Solar PV rooftop projects. These Solar PV projects not only provide affordable electricity for decades to come, but also help reduce our carbon footprint which will helping preserve the beautiful landscape we enjoy in Simcoe County and across the province of Ontario. Rooftop installations demonstrate a leading edge commitment to sustainability, which is a valuable marketing asset for any municipality. Investment Membership with the SCCEC will pay approximately 6% annual interest plus a dividend share which will vary from year to year. The SCCEC will also allow for members of the community who own property to participate/invest in Renewable Energy and receive compensation from the Ontario Power Authority. This investment can be very lucrative for property owners in Ontario. It will enable residents to generate additional income which will give them disposable income which they in turn can invest in the municipality. Municipality It is the intent of SCCEC engage the public, particularly property owners to participate as members of the SCCEC. By doing so SCCEC helps spread the benefits that come with investing in Renewable Energy among the residents of Ontario. The SCCEC allows and encourages anyone to become a member and enjoy the benefits of being a part of SCCEC.

4 EthoSolar Inc. 560 Anne Street North. Barrie, Ontario L4M 454 Toll Free I Tel I Fax info@elhosolar.com I PROPOSED SOLAR PROJECT OVERVIEW Wilken Horse Farm in Ripley ethosolar H Property Owner Prime Contact Project Address Property Owner Phone Property Owner Jonathan Wilken 3066 Concession jjwilken@hurontel.on.ca Project Description EthoSolar is committed to designing and installing solar projects that use best-in-class technology while ensuring the aesthetic compliments the existing building and landscape. With close to 500 projects completed across Ontario. we have a team of qualified staff dedicated to each project's particular needs while also meeting the Ontario Building Code requirements. Our in-house installation crew has been trained and equipped with best practices in Health & Safety policies and procedures. The solar project for Wilken Horse Farm in Ripley will involve a roof-mount design. The construction will occur with no obstruction to the existing businesses in the area. The installation crew will use lightweight equipment, designed and built to code standards at all times, with no adverse impact on the structural integrity of the existing building. Project Size Project Type Number of Solar Panels Gross/Active PV Surface Area C02 Emissions Avoided 228 kw Roof-mount 980 modules 1, m 2 / 1, m 2 252,363 kg/a Ontario Content EthoSolar is proud to announce the compliance of our roof and ground-mount solar solutions with the new Ontario content requirements as announced September 24, EthoSolar certifies our content levels meet the requirements to be eligible for FIT contracts executed and installed. Examples of Similar Roof-Mount Solar Installations p

5 Images of Proposed Products PV Solar Panels Inverter System I - J Fire & Emergency Plan Fire and emergency service on-site consultation and training will be provided to the installation crew during the construction. Once an Ontario Power Authority (OPA) FIT 2.0 contract has been awarded for this particular project, EthoSolar will then provide a fire and emergency plan to satisfy any concerns with the local municipality and fire department. Commitment to Education Part of EthoSolar's mission is to educate our customers and communities on renewable energy. EthoSolar is interested and willing to participate in opportunities to share within local schools and during community events.

6 Ethosolar In c. 560 Anne Street North, Barrie, ON, L4M 4 S ethosolar Wilken Horse Farm 12/ 10/ 2012 so x Cill'ladian Solar loc. CS6X-265M 265 W 2 Fronius USA FRONlU5 IG Plus V Delta (208Vac) ll4kw so x canadian Solar loc. CS6X-265M 265 W,X.1S"; M12O" 2 x Froolus USA FRONIUS IG Plus V Delta l L4kW 165 x Canadian Solar loc. CS6X-265M 265 W :LIS"; M120" 3 x Frooius USA FRONIUS IG Plus V 11, - 3 Delta ll4kw 165 x Canadian Solar loc. CS6X-265M 265 W :LIS";,v..6O" 3 Froolus USA FRONIUS IG Plus V 11,4-3 Delta 1l.kW 245 x canadian Solar loc. CS6X-265M 265 W 5 Frooius USA FRONIUS IG Pius V 11,-3 Delta llakw 245 x Canadian Solar loc. CS6X-265M 265 W 5 x Froolus USA FRONIUS IG Plus V 11,4-3 Ddta l1akw Location: Climate Data Record: PV Grossi Active PV Surface Area: Ripley MOUNT FOREST(MARS) ( ) kwp 1, I 1, m 2 PV Array Irradiation: Energy Produced by PV Array (AC): Grid Feed-in: Yield Reduction due to Shading : 2,413,942 kwh 285,391 kwh 285,391 kwh 1 % Specific Annual Yield: C02 Emissions Avoided: 11.8 % 85.6 % 1,097 kwh/kwp 252,363 kg/ a The results are determined by a mathematical model calculation. The actual yields of the photovoltaic system can deviate from these values due to fluctuations in the weather, t he efficiency of modules and inverters, and other factors. PV'SOL Expert 5.5 (R4) 1

7 Ethosolar Inc. 560 Anne Street North, Barrie, ON, L4M 4 S e1hosolar Wilken Horse Farm 12/10/2012 Sy:stem in Grid Connected Oeration Location: Ripley Climate Data Record: MOUNT FOREST(MARS) Number of Arra1:s: 6 PV Grossi Active PV Surface Area: kwp 1,880.5 m 2 I 1,883.2 m 2 Array: 1: Sy:stem 2 Grossi Active Solar Surface Area: PV Module kw m m2 80 x Canadian Solar Inc. C56X-265M Nominal 265 W Power Rating Deviation: 0% Efficiency (STC): 13.8 % No. of Modules in Series: 10 MPP Voltage (STC): 355 V Orientation: Inclination: Mount: with Ventilation Shade: Yes Array: 2: Sy:stem kw Grossi Active Solar m 2 I m 2 Surface Area: PV Module 80 x Canadian Solar Inc. CS6X-265M Nominal 265 W Power Rating Deviation: 0% Efficiency (STC): 13.8 % No. of Modules in Series: 10 MPP Voltage (STC): 355 V Orientation: Inclination: Mount: with Ventilation Shade: Yes Array: 3: Sy:stem kw Grossi Active Solar m 2 I m 2 Surface Area: PV Module 165 x Canadian Solar Inc. CS6X-265M Nominal 265 W Power Rating Deviation: 0% Efficiency (STC): 13.8 % No. of Modules in Series: 11 MPP Voltage (5TC): 391 V Orientation: Inclination: PV*SOL Expert 5.5 (R4),Ground Reflection: 20.0 % Output Losses due to... deviation from AM 1.5: 1.0 % deviation from Manufacturer's 2.0 % Specification: in Diodes: 0.5 % due to Pollution: 0.0 % Inverter 2 x Fronius USA FRONIUS IG Plus V 11,4-3 Delta (208Vac) kw European Efficiency: 95.5 % No. of MPP Trackers: 1 MPP Tracking: 230 V To 500 V Ground Reflection: 20.0 % Output Losses due to... deviation from AM 1.5: 1.0 % deviation from Manufacturer's 2.0 % Specification: in Diodes: 0.5% due to Pollution: 0.0% Inverter 2 x Fronius USA FRONIUS IG Plus V 11,4-3 Delta (208Vac) kw European Efficiency: 95.5 % No. of MPP Trackers: 1 MPP Tracking: 230 V To 500 V Ground Reflection: 20.0 % Output Losses due to... deviation from AM 1.5: 1.0 % deviation from Manufacturer's 2.0 % Specification: in Diodes: 0.5% due to Pollution: 0.0% Inverter 3 x European Efficiency: 95.5 % No. of MPP Trackers: 1 Fronius USA FRONIUS IG Plus V 11,4-3 Delta (208Vac) kw 3

8 Ethosolar Inc. 560 Anne Street North, Barrie, ON, L4M 4 S eihosqlar Wilken Horse Farm 12/10/2012 Mount: Shade: with Ventilation Yes MPP Tracking: 230 V To 500 V Array 4: System 2 GrossI Active Solar Surface Area: PV Module Nominal Power Rating Deviation: Efficiency (STC): No. of Modules in Series: MPP Voltage (STC): Orientation: Inclination: Mount: Shade: kw m 2 I m x Canadian Solar Inc. CS6X-265M 265 W 0% 13.8 % V with Ventilation Yes Ground Reflection: Output Losses due to... deviation from AM 1.5: deviation from Manufacturer's Specification: in Diodes: due to Pollution: Inverter European Efficiency: No. of MPP Trackers: MPP Tracking: 20.0 % 1.0% 2.0 % 0.5 % 0.0 % 3 x Fronius USA FRONIUS IG Plus V 11,4-3 Delta (208Vac) kw 95.5 % V To 500 V Array 5: System 3 Grossi Active Solar Surface Area: PV Module Nominal Power Rating Deviation: Efficiency (STC): No. of Modules in Series: MPP Voltage (STC): Orientation: Inclination: Mount: Shade: kw m m x Canadian Solar Inc. CS6X-265M 26S W 0% 13.8 % V with Ventilation Yes Ground Reflection: Output Losses due to... deviation from AM 1.5: deviation from Manufacturer's Specification: in Diodes: due to Pollution: Inverter European Efficiency: No. of MPP Trackers: MPP Tracking: 20.0 % 1.0 % 2.0 % 0.5% 0.0 % 5 x Fronius USA FRONIUS IG Plus V 11,4-3 Delta (208Vac) kw 95.5 % V To 500 V Array 6: System 4 GrossI Active Solar Surface Area: PV Module Nominal Power Rating Deviation: Efficiency (STC): No. of Modules in Series: MPP Voltage (STC): Orientation: Inclination: Mount: Shade: kw m2 I m2 245 x Canadian Solar Inc. CS6X-265M 265 W 0% 13.8 % V with Ventilation Yes Ground Reflection: Output Losses due to... deviation from AM 1.5: deviation from Manufacturer's Specification: in Diodes: due to Pollution: Inverter European Efficiency: No. of MPP Trackers: MPP Tracking: 20.0 % 1.0 % 2.0 % 0.5 % 0.0 % 5 x Fronius USA FRONIUS IG Plus V 11,4-3 Delta (208Vac) kw 95.5 % V To 500 V Simulation Results for Total System PV'SOL Expert 5.5 (R4) 4

9 Ethosolar Inc. 560 Anne Street North, Barrie, ON, L4M 4 S ethosolar Wilken Horse Fa rm 12/10/2012 Irradiation onto Horizontal: PV Array Irradiation: Irradiation minus Reflection: Irradiation without Shade: Energy from Inverter CAC): Consumption Requirement: Specific Annual Yield: 2,560,854 kwh 2,413,942 kwh 2,302,852 kwh 2,485,478 kwh 285,391 kwh o kwh 1,097 kwh/kwp Energy from Grid: Own Use : Energy Produced by PV Array: Final Yield: 552 kwh kwh 301,882 kwh 11.8 % 85.6 % 3.0 hid Results for Array 1: System 2 Irradiation onto Horizontal : Array Irradiation: Irradiation without Shade: Energy Produced (AC): Own Use: Inverter Efficiency: 209,049 kwh 212,987 kwh 218,972 kwh 25,589 kwh 56 kwh 94.9 % Energy Produced (DC): Specific An nual Yield: Array Efficiency: 26,908 kwh 12.0 % 86.9 % 1,204 kwh/kwp 12.6 % Results for Array 2: System 1 Irradiation onto Horizontal: Array Irradiation: Irradiation without Shade: Energy Produced (AC): Own Use: Inverter Efficiency: 209,049 kwh 180,791 kwh 186,821 kwh 21,140 kwh 56 kwh 94.7 % Energy Produced (DC): Specific Annual Yield: Array Efficiency: 22,269 kwh 11.7 % 84.6 % 995 kwh/kwp 12.3 % Results for Array 3: System 1 Irradiation onto Horizontal: Array Irradiation: Irradiation without Shade: Energy Produced (AC): Own Use : Inverter Efficiency: 431,165 kwh 373,357 kwh 385,317 kwh 43,786 kwh 83 kwh 94.7 % Energy Produced (DC): Specific Annual Yield: Array Efficiency: 46,148 kwh 11.7 % 84.9 % 999 kwh/kwp 12.4 % Results for Array 4: System 2 Irradiation onto Horizontal: Array Irradiation: Irradiation without Shade: Energy Produced (AC) : Own Use: Inverter Efficiency: 431,165 kwh 439,287 kwh 451,629 kwh 51,987 kwh 84 kwh 93.5 % Energy Produced (DC): Specific Annual Yield: Array Efficiency: 55,499 kwh 11.8 % 85.7 % 1,187 kwh/kwp 12.6 % Results for Array 5: System 3 Irradiation onto Horizontal: Array Irradiation: Irradiation without Shade: Energy Produced (AC): Own Use: Inverter Efficiency: 640,214 kwh 651,450 kwh 670,601 kwh 77,476 kwh 140 kwh 94.3 % Energy Produced (DC): Specific Annual Yield: Array Efficiency: 81,991 kwh 11.9 % 86.1 % 1,191 kwh/kwp 12.6 % Results for Array 6: System 4 Irradiation onto Horizontal: Array Irradiation: Irradiation without Shade: Energy Produced (AC): Own Use: Inverter Efficiency: 640,214 kwh 556,070 kwh 572,138 kwh 65,412 kwh 139 kwh 94.5 % Energy Produced (DC): Specific Annual Yield: Array Efficiency: 69,067 kwh 11.7 % 85.1 % 1,005 kwh/kwp 12.4 % PV'SOL Expert 5.5 (R4) 5

10 Ethosolar Inc. 560 Anne Street North, Barrie, ON, L4M efuosolar Wilken Horse Farm 12/10/ ,00 30,00 25,00.c :i: 20, ,00 10,00 5,00 I I 1 I I I Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec C::=::JI Energy from Inverter CAC) 285,391 kwh PV'SOL Expert 5.5 (R4) 6

11 Ethosolar Inc. 560 Anne Street North, Barrie, ON, L4M 4 S ethosolar Wilken Horse Farm 12/10/2012 Economic Efficiency Calculation System Data PV kwp System Operating Start: 01/01/2012 Total Degradation: % Electricity Feed-in Grid Concept: For the First 20 Years: Thereafter: Basic Economic Efficiency Parameters Assessment Period: Interest on Capital: All entries without sa les tax Income and Expenditure Investments: Operating Costs: One-off Payments: Feed-in Payment Received in First Year: Full Feed-in $/kwh $/kwh 19 Years 0.00 % 831, $ 8, $/a 30, $ 153, $/a Financing Loan 1 Totalloan: 861, $ Results According to Net Present Value Method Net Present Value: Minimum System Operating Period Electricity Production Costs: 1,141, $ 11.2 Years 0.30 $/kwh cash Balance (Accrued cash Flow) 1,100,000-1,000, ,000 '" 600,001}- 700, d,nul 600,000' il 500, , , , , y! PV'SOL Expert 5.5 (R4) 7

12 Ethosolar Inc. 560 Anne Street North, Barrie, ON, L4M 4 S Wilken Horse Farm 12/10/2012 Detailed List of all Payments Received and Made Investments Position Investments Service Life [a] 20 Inflation [%] 0.00 Amount[$] 831, One-off Payments Position OPA Application Connection Cost LDC Engineering / Building Permit Amount[$] , , Operating Costs Position Running Costs Inflation [%] 0.00 Amount[$]/a 8, Income from Export to Utility Grid Position Income from Export to Utility Grid Inflation [%] 0.00 Amount[$]/a 153, Financing Loan 1 Totalloan: Payment Amount: Term: Loan Interest: Repayment Free Initial Years: Repayment Period 861, $ 861, $ 19 Years 7.00 % o Years quarterly PV'SOL Expert 5.5 (R4) 8

13 Ethosolar Inc. 560 Anne Street North, Barrie, ON, L4M 4 S ethosolar Wilken Horse Farm 12/10/2012 Results Graph 120, ,000: 100,000' 90,000- :<'i: 80,000' 70,000: -,; > 60,000: I 10,000 0 '" 50,000- B 40,000 30,000' 20,000', 2 Results before Tax,, Years,,, ,, PV'SOL Expert 5.5 (R4) 10

14 PRESCRIBED FORM/TEMPLATE: MUNICIPAL COUNCIL SUPPORT RESOLUTION Section 6.l(d)(i) - FIT Rules, Version Adelaide Street Wesl, Suite 1600 Toronto, Ontario M5H 1Tl T 416, F OPARP If-FIT -OlS rl Capitalized terms not defined herein have the meanings ascribed thereto in the FIT Rules, Version 2.0. Resolution NO: Date: WHEREAS Simcoe County Community Energy Co-operative (the "Applicant") proposes to construct and operate a rooftop solar project (the "Project") on 3066 Concession 4 (the "Lands") in Ripley, Ontario under the Province's FIT Program; AND WHEREAS the Applicant has requested that Council of the Township Huron-Kinloss indicate by resolution Council's support for the construction and operation of the Project on the Property; AND WHEREAS, pursuant to the rules governing the FIT Program (the "FIT Rules"), Applications whose Projects receive the formal support of local Municipalities will be awarded Priority Points, which may result in the Applicant being offered a FIT Contract prior to other persons applying for FIT Contracts; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: Council of the Township Huron-Kinloss supports without reservation the construction and operation of the Project on the lands. This resolution's sole purpose is to enable the Applicant to receive Priority Points under the FIT Program and may not be used for the purpose of any other form of municipal approval in relation to the Application or Project or any other purpose. (Note: signature lines for councilors or other representatives, as appropriate) FIT reference number: (Note: Must be inserted by Applicant to complete Application) Aug 2012 Page 1 of 1