Building an ultra-energy efficient industrial-style building in a northern climate is no easy task, but the Wood Innovation Research Laboratory (WIRL) at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) in downtown Prince George proves...
Tag: Energy Efficiency
The redevelopment project of the Canada Post building in Vancouver by QuadReal Property Group is touted as one of the most ambitious heritage redevelopments in the country’s history, preserving the building’s architectural features through...
When selecting air barrier products to employ in building designs, architects have a broad range of choices. Spray foam insulation products are often selected because they can provide superior performance and also contribute to...
Seeing the big picture in building design
(06/12/2018)
Commercial buildings are among the biggest consumers of energy, with much of it being wasted. There is growing pressure to provide more efficient designs that are also sustainable over the life of the building.
Carleton University in Ottawa has released a new energy master plan, part of a strategy for reducing current energy and water consumption and ensuring the highest possible conservation levels are maintained as the campus...
CSC Winnipeg gets Power Smart
(04/03/2018)
On Thursday, April 12, join Manitoba Hydro and CSC’s Winnipeg Chapter for a presentation on how to take full advantage of the many Power Smart programs available for commercial buildings.
The Government of Canada will now recognize commercial and institutional buildings demonstrating exceptional energy performance with the Energy Star certification.
Champions of sustainable housing recognized
(03/13/2018)
Some of Ontario’s best green builders were recently celebrated at the EnerQuality Awards Gala in Vaughan, Ontario. More than 200 industry peers gathered to share concepts and accolades as they help to move the...
As a child in the early 1980s, this article’s author had a clubhouse he called the ‘Millennium Falcon’—standing 2 m (6 ft) off the ground, it was a simple A-frame held in place by...
The ins and outs of revolving doors
(09/19/2017)
Revolving doors can be up to eight times more energy-efficient than their hinged counterparts—all while allowing large numbers of people to pass in and out, boosting security, and adding architectural interest.
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