by Admin | Aug 20, 2017 | Design Build, Energy Efficiency, Green Building
In a recent article from the US Energy Information administration, it states that only “One in eight U.S. homes uses a programmed thermostat with a central air conditioning unit”. The interesting fact of this study is that 41% of homes have a programmable thermostat,...
by Admin | Jul 5, 2017 | Energy Efficiency, Energy Services
With demands for our natural resources reaching an all time high, it is encouraging to see solutions that are reducing our traditional resource dependency, and bringing hope for new industries. When it comes to climate concerns, many people argue that getting off...
by Admin | May 4, 2017 | Energy Efficiency
Effective April 7, 2017, the 2012 BC Building Code was amended to include the BC Energy Step Code. What is this amendment, and how does it affect future construction projects? Energy Performance Targets The Step Code is an energy code that sets performance targets...
by Admin | Feb 5, 2017 | Energy Efficiency, Energy Services
It was reported in Global News last September how the City of Vancouver wanted to Ban Natural Gas by 2050. While this has been clarified as misleading by the City, it is clear that the city has a dramatic renewable energy plan for the next 30 years. What does the plan...
by Admin | Jan 10, 2017 | Energy Efficiency
While an optimal, energy efficient heating and cooling system can save money on energy costs, what we might not realise are some of the other important benefits to having an efficient building. Studies have now shown that factors which contribute to an efficient...
