Retrofitting for the Future Low-Carbon Solutions for Canada’s Apartment Buildings Published: July 31, 2025 Retrofits are the perfect tactic for balancing climate resilience and infrastructure upgrades. They extend the lifespan of existing buildings which prevents demolition and new construction, while […]
If your house wiring and fuse box are of an age when solar panels, EV charging and heat pumps were distant future dreams, it may well be the right time to upgrade your electrical system to accommodate modern domestic electrical
In today’s construction industry, façade engineering plays a crucial role in creating sustainable, energy-efficient buildings. With growing environmental regulations and the urgent need to reduce carbon footprints, mastering façade design and engineering has become essential for architects, engineers and construction
As climate change continues to heat the world, economic challenges rise for the average homeowner, and the problem of energy poverty grows worldwide. In response, the building industry must find simple and affordable solutions to regulate temperatures inside homes and
From an increase in hurricanes and storms to melting polar ice caps, it can seem like there is nothing one can do to help with our climate crises. However, while one person can’t make a difference, progress comes from many
According to Natural Resources Canada, windows “can account for up to 25 percent of total house heat loss.” One effective way to reduce heating demand is by upgrading to energy-efficient, high-performance windows. The process typically involves searching for replacement window
If you’re in the market for windows, you’re likely to encounter window energy performance stickers, especially on windows that have been ENERGY STAR certified. ENERGY STAR windows are actually required to display specific details regarding the window itself, its performance
Installing vents, improving insulation and using thermal reflection are terrific ways to keep your attic cool. But cooling your attic with the heat from the sun—transforming the source of the heat to the resource for cooling—could be an even better
Introduction This report summarizes the results of pre-and-post retrofit airtightness tests performed on 363 Broadway, Winnipeg, Manitoba. This is a 16-storey office building constructed in 1976 which underwent a major building envelope retrofit during the summer of 2011 to replace
Air leakage is the movement of air into and out of a building that is not controlled through an exhaust system but rather through factors such as wind blowing through gaps in the building envelope. Air leakage is a concern for
