Oct 21, 2015 | Building Professional, Membership
There is no longer any doubt that energy efficient buildings are making an impact on the construction industry, now that the Canadian Home Builders Association (CHBA) have the Net Zero Energy Housing Council, whose spring meeting in Ottawa was densely populated...
Sep 10, 2015 | Building Professional, Home Owner, Membership, Uncategorized
Commercial and large residential buildings in Toronto, and perhaps Ontario, could become more energy efficient in the near future. On July 7, 2015, the City Council of Toronto approved a mandate for large building owners to publicly report and benchmark the energy...
Aug 7, 2015 | Building Professional, Membership
Acoustical management is a challenge for both design professionals and building occupants. A certain level of background sound within a building is expected, and generally contributes to a pleasant ambient environment. Unwanted noise can cause occupants to feel...
Jul 7, 2015 | Building Professional, Membership
Energy savings in buildings and residences have become what investors believe is a profitable market, where they can not only make money, but also do something good by reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. An article that ran in the Toronto...
Jun 3, 2015 | Building Professional, Membership
Environment Minister Leona Aglukkaq announced on May 15, 2015 that Canada has set a target to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 30% below 2005 levels by 2030, which was formally submitted to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. The...
Jun 3, 2015 | Building Professional, Membership
The province of Manitoba announced on May 14, 2015 that changes to the Province’s Building Code have been approved, which will result in improved energy efficiency standards for new homes. Changes include new insulation requirements for above-ground wall assemblies,...
