Energy Efficient Windows and Climate Change
The urgency to address climate change has catalyzed advancements in window technology, leading to the development of high-performance windows that offer superior insulation and reduced thermal bridging.
A Sustainable Jobs Blueprint To Net-Zero
Canada has 26 years remaining to achieve net-zero by 2050. The focus of energy experts and government officials to date has been on the technical solutions needed to achieve deep emissions reductions.
Re-framed Initiative – Study of Retrofit Schematic Designs
Deep retrofits are holistic energy efficiency home upgrades that also improve occupant thermal comfort and resilience to extreme weather events, while making housing more affordable by stabilizing utility costs for customers. This is achieved through the selection of low-carbon construction materials, installation of highly efficient technologies (like heat pumps) and integration with a supply of clean energy.
2024 International Builders’ Show – Las Vegas
The New American Home is a “symbol of energy efficiency and innovation,” according to NAHB, and this year’s fenestration products helped contribute to the thermal envelope’s efficiency.