Deep Retrofits Are Essential
This split incentive delays crucial retrofits needed for climate-safe and affordable buildings. Addressing both owners’ and residents’ concerns is vital to overcoming this issue.
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.
Deep Retrofits Of Buildings Save More Than Just Money
While deep retrofits are best known in Canada for reducing energy costs through increased energy efficiency, the new report provides a more comprehensive overview of all the benefits.
Deep Retrofit Supply Chain Waiting For More Support
The best way to lower emissions and increase the resiliency of our infrastructure is through deep retrofits: holistic energy efficiency upgrades to homes that improve occupant health and make housing more affordable by lowering bills, achieved through the use of low-carbon materials, new technologies (like heat pumps and energy efficient windows) and the use of smart electricity grids.
Home Resiliency and a National Adaptation Strategy
Earlier in May, Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault announced that public consultation would begin on Canada’s first ever National Adaptation Strategy, which aims to “advance a shared vision for climate resilience in Canada.”
What’s Needed For Remote Communities Transitioning To Clean Energy
Remote communities transitioning to clean energy need better housing. There is a need to prioritize energy efficiency to successfully reduce diesel dependency.
Improving Canada’s Housing Supply
Improving Canada’s housing supply — including more efficient heating and better insulation — will reduce Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions and make residents safer and more comfortable.
Buildings Contribute To Carbon Pollution
Heating is a major contributor to Canada’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions: over half of the energy used for space heating and air-cooling energy comes from burning fossil fuels that create carbon pollution.
Faster Building Permits and Better Retrofit Projects
Complex projects — such as deep retrofits of multi-unit residential buildings — can be even more challenging, often resulting in delays and frustration for everyone involved.