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Deep retrofits can significantly enhance energy efficiency and decarbonization efforts, and reduce operational costs ... and a little extra funding can’t hurt. (P.S. Happy New Year!)
- Anthony Capkun, editor-publisher
 
NEWS & STORIES 
 
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Co-operators Guelph HQ chases hat trick of sustainability certifications

Co-operators’ new headquarters in Ontario is aiming to be the first building in Canada to achieve three sustainability certifications. “As a leading employer in Guelph and a forward-thinking force in the financial services industry, Co-operators is setting a new standard for innovative and sustainable business practices,” said Paul Hanna, executive vice-president, Member Relations and Corporate Services.


NRCan selects SBC to tackle sustainability in new construction and affordable housing

Sustainable Buildings Canada reports it has been selected by Natural Resources Canada to lead two multi-year projects—Codes Acceleration and EnergySpring Market Transformation—aimed at enhancing sustainability in both new construction and existing affordable housing.


Markham’s Berczy Glen receives GMF funding to support neighbourhood geothermal

The Berczy Glen neighbourhood in Markham, Ont., is receiving funding from the Green Municipal Fund to support the development of a geothermal energy system that will heat and cool 312 homes. The project is being led in partnership with the City of Markham, Enwave Energy Corp., and Mattamy Homes Canada.


 
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Deep Retrofit Accelerator Initiative opens $8-million funding intake

Natural Resources Canada’s Deep Retrofit Accelerator Initiative has opened a second application intake to support capacity-building activities that reduce barriers to deep retrofits and support market transformation. DRAI provides funding to “retrofit accelerators” and other initiatives that facilitate the development of projects in commercial, institutional, and mid- or high-rise multi-unit residential buildings. » Read more
 
 
MORE NEWS & STORIES 
 

Aquatherm expands its Canadian distribution with two new partnerships

Aquatherm North America, a Utah-based manufacturer of polypropylene piping for non-residential HVAC systems, has partnered with two Western Canadian distributors to expand its network across the country: G.S. Equipco Ltd. and Cascade Flow Control Solutions. » Read more

Oshawa Power and Trilliant help customers “take control of their energy efficiency”

Oshawa Power has selected Trilliant to support its suite metering program for multi-unit buildings, which aims to achieve energy savings and  provide additional options for customers. Through its suite metering program, the utility provides each unit within residential and commercial buildings with its own meter so that customers only pay for the electricity they use. » Read more

Kitchener start-up receives funding for membrane-based HVAC system

Evercloak has received $1.1 million in NRCan funding and $1.5 million US from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) toward the development of its membrane-based HVAC system. This technology uses graphene oxide composite membranes that allow water molecules to pass through while keeping air out to dehumidify air prior to cooling. » Read more

 
NETWORKING & LEARNING 
 

Ontario Building Envelope Council dinner meeting

January 15, Vaughan, Ont. OBEC hosts “Deep retrofits: carbon reduction and resilience strategies for future-ready housing”. » More info

CampusEnergy2025

February 3-6, Boston, Mass. Presented by the International District Energy Association. » More info

ASHRAE Winter Conference

February 8-12, Orlando, Fla. Held concurrently with the AHR Expo. » More info

AHR Expo

February 10-12, Orlando, Fla. Held concurrently with ASHRAE Winter Conference. » More info

FCM Sustainable Communities Conference

February 10-13, Fredericton. The Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ conference will share best practices for making communities “more environmentally, socially and economically vibrant”. » More info

ACEEE Hot Water and Hot Air Forums

March 4-6, Portland, Or. Presented by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy. » More info

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