Stantec Webinar 3: Retrofitting portfolios: Reducing operational emissions and the role of district energy

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions across entire building portfolios is a common strategy among municipalities, campuses, and businesses. By improving energy efficiency and adopting cleaner technologies, portfolio-wide retrofits help lower carbon footprints while enhancing building performance and resilience. These efforts also lay the groundwork for broader systemic solutions, such as district energy systems.

​District energy systems are centralized networks that generate and distribute thermal energy for buildings. These systems have evolved significantly over the years, incorporating advanced technologies and renewable energy sources to improve efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. This session will explore the concept of district energy, tracing its technological advancements and highlighting key opportunities that are shaping today’s marketplace. By leveraging economies of scale and integrating renewable energy, district energy systems are well-positioned to contribute significantly to reducing building emissions and enhancing energy resilience.