Passive House focuses on thoughtful design, attention to detail, and early-stage energy modeling. But even the best-designed project is only as good as its execution, and certification is fully based on the building delivered. For this quarter’s Passive House Pulse event in Toronto, we will discuss project delivery and on-site execution, including the planning and construction […]
Targets have been laid out for the construction industry – get new buildings to Net Zero by the early 2030’s. Not long afterwards, we’ll do the same to existing buildings in Canada. But how are we going to achieve that? What are the practical hurdles that the construction industry faces? Many builders and renovators are […]
This course includes lectures and hands-on workshop experience, incorporating actual building of Passive House elements relevant to the Canadian construction industry. The following topics will be covered: Passive House criteria and principles Building ecology, comfort and economic efficiency Introduction to Passive House design tools (e.g. PHPP) Construction process and quality assurance Thermal insulation Thermal bridge-free […]
This course includes online lectures and hands-on workshop experience, incorporating actual building of Passive House elements relevant to the Canadian construction industry. The following topics will be covered: Passive House criteria and principles Building ecology, comfort and economic efficiency Introduction to Passive House design tools (e.g. PHPP) Construction process and quality assurance Thermal insulation Thermal bridge-free […]
In this presentation, Efficiency Canada research manager James Gaede will provide an overview of his recent research on industrial energy management programs and policy in Canada. Taking a "policy system" perspective, James will review the challenges and opportunities of industrial energy management and its potential to contribute to Canadian climate change goals. He will conclude […]
The world of energy efficiency is dynamic and varied. There are more than 436 000 Canadians working in energy efficiency – from HVAC to window installers, policy analysis to programming, energy advisors, engineers, and managers and so much more. The ‘Becoming’ series gives you a chance to get to know some of the people that […]
The world of energy efficiency is dynamic and varied. There are more than 436 000 Canadians working in energy efficiency - from HVAC to window installers, policy analysis to programming, energy advisors, engineers, and managers and so much more. The 'Becoming' series gives you a chance to get to know some of the people that […]
Efficiency Canada has released a new guide for municipalities. Kevin will walk through what municipalities need to know about net zero emissions building codes, to prepare for the 2025 net zero emissions building code. Everyone is welcome, though this will be particularly powerful for municipal staff and elected officials. You’ll walk away with a better […]
Efficiency Canada has released a new guide for municipalities. Kevin will walk through what municipalities need to know about net zero emissions building codes, to prepare for the 2025 net zero emissions building code. Everyone is welcome, though this will be particularly powerful for municipal staff and elected officials. You’ll walk away with a better […]
An energy auditor evaluates and analyzes how energy is being used in a commercial or institutional facility, identifies energy conservation opportunities, and makes recommendations on where consumption can be reduced or optimized. There are three main types of energy audits: Level 1 audits (walkthrough surveys that allow you to rapidly identify opportunities for energy savings); Level 2 […]
Designed for those who have completed the Introduction to RETScreen® course or have some previous experience with the software, the Certified RETScreen® Expert (CRE) program is designed to help participants develop their skills in the analysis of all types of energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies. Further, participants will develop a sound understanding of the new analysis functions provided […]
At its core, a well-run building automation system (BAS) reduces energy consumption and allows for more efficient building system operations. This should, in turn, allow building management to increase the comfort of tenants while reducing their operating costs. During the one-day Building Automation Systems Essentials course, we examine systems basics and energy conservation strategies that […]