Passive House Accelerator – Feb 2024
The article presents Carbon Wise’s life-cycle assessment (LCA) of a net-zero energy home retrofit, focusing on the environmental benefits and reduced embodied carbon compared to a new build.
The study emphasizes the significant reduction in embodied emissions through material reuse and the selection of low-carbon building materials. It illustrates the potential for deep energy retrofits to offer substantial environmental benefits over new constructions, emphasizing the critical role of considering both operational and embodied emissions.
LCA Comparison
Deep Energy Retrofit VS New Build.
7.9 tonnes CO2e saved
When the home was partially deconstructed and renovated, as compared to demolishing and building new.
Radio Canada (French) – Feb 2024
Elisabeth talks about the expiry of the Canada Greener Homes Grant, what it means for our industry and why homeowners should still care about energy upgrades for their homes.
She also mentions the Phoenix project, a new Step 5, Zero Carbon Step Code home being rebuilt in Abbotsford.
Time stamp 16h36.
Future-proofing your home
Energy efficiency improvements lead to a more comfortable living environment by maintaining consistent temperatures and improving indoor air quality.
CBC – Radio Canada (French) – Feb 2024
Elisabeth talks about the end of the Greener Homes Grant and the consequences for homeowners and the industry.
Time stamp 2:13.
