The ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager (ESPM) is a management tool designed to measure and assess the energy performance of commercial and institutional buildings. After widespread use in the United States, Natural Resources Canada adapted Portfolio Manager for use in Canada where more than 26,000 buildings have been entered into the […]
The 2nd Annual Canada Home Energy Justice Conference is a groundbreaking event aiming to bridge the gap between academia, program providers, and organizations dedicated to delivering energy efficiency programs to all Canadians. This conference is a pivotal platform designed to facilitate collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the application of research insights to real-world […]
Innovation in Newfoundland and Labrador’s Burgeoning Electricity Sector Newfoundland and Labrador’s electricity grid is in a period of change. New resources have come online, and more are to come as we meet rising demands. Large renewable energy and storage projects are looking to interconnect. We are embarking on a journey […]
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 […]
An introduction to the histories, cultures and issues facing Indigenous Peoples in Canada. With over 1.6 million people in Canada identifying as Indigenous, it is essential to recognize the heritage, diversity, and rights of Indigenous Nations. The histories, traditions, and beliefs of Indigenous communities are unique and all cultures are […]
Consultation is Key to a Successful Environmental Assessment (EA) Process Traditional Knowledge (TK) has formed an integral role in how we, the Indigenous Peoples, see and understand changes to the environment. For Indigenous communities, TK continues to serve as an important building block on how we determine change and environmental […]
Introduces concepts and techniques for developing high performance and net zero energy new construction projects. In addition to advanced envelope and mechanical system content, the course includes discussion on how occupant behaviour impacts the overall energy use in a house, and affects the sizing of renewable energy systems. A partner […]
Course Overview During this course, we will go over 10 high-level tips that have been consistent across most projects that achieve a low carbon status. This includes strategies with project teams, installation quality, product ideas, and operations. Many homes share similar approaches- what are they? We will cover single-family, multi-family, […]
Course Overview The course will provide a description of residential HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilator), ERV (Energy or Enthalpy Recovery Ventilator) and Smart DCV (Demand Control Ventilation) systems. Energy and humidity impact on a residence in different climatic regions and varying occupancy will be presented. The importance and value of active […]
This suite of four short courses gives you insights into high performance construction and innovative technologies (save $76) Included: Underhill Passive Solar Earth Integrated House The Depot Neighbourhood Habitat for Humanity Net Zero Ready Project Deer Haven LEED Zero Energy Ready House Pembroke Passive Solar Home
All three BCESC Modules (Building Science, Envelope First, and Air Barriers) in a bundle (save $45)
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is simply a sustainability scorecard for green buildings. The LEED Green Associate is the only professional designation to show employers and clients you have certified knowledge in the field. To date, this course and its materials have proven to be instrumental in helping […]
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