Inefficient glass could lead to building retrofits

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Glass buildings have been the focus of downtown design in many Canadian cities, but with poor energy efficiency and insulation, they will need to be retrofitted in the next 50 years.

Over the years, Toronto's skyline has been filling up with glass towers, but according to industry experts, what may be nice for style and views can be detrimental to energy efficiency.

New designations for CSC members

A trio of CSC members has earned designations, showcasing their knowledge and desire for continued professional development.

New Canadian standard for healthcare facility design

A new Canadian Standard Association (CSA) standard can help hospitals and healthcare facilities reduce infections, plan for pandemics, protect newborns and the elderly, and care for obese patients.

Satisfying the need for speedy LEED certification

The Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) is accelerating the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Canada certification process to less than six months.

ASHRAE awards innovative projects

Among the winning Canadian projects in this year's American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Technology Awards were an arena, a cancer centre, and a university.

Atlas opens new polyiso facility in Vancouver

Atlas Roofing Corp., has opened a polyisocyanurate (polyiso) manufacturing facility in Metro Vancouver to deal with the region's growing demand for roof and wall insulation products.