OK, so, we use a lot of energy. It takes energy to make energy. It takes energy to transport fuel, it takes energy to make the vehicles and devices that transport fuel, it takes energy to turn fuel into energy and it takes energy to distribute energy and fuel. Energy is also wasted all along the path. This article looks at 9 reasons why it's not OK to waste energy.
7 Must-Haves for a Hot House Makeover: Unveiling the Ideal Candidate for an Exterior Insulation Retrofit
Shawna HendersonNovember 09, 2023
A good time to do an exterior insulation retrofit is when it’s time to replace the siding or cladding. The best time is to do it when it’s time to replace the siding AND the windows. The best time to replace windows is when the siding needs to be replaced. Cladding, windows, roof. Replacement time means improvement time. Timing is everything. Not just for deferred maintenance, but also for the owner’s monthly budget.
12 Rockstar Retrofit Advisors
Shawna HendersonNovember 02, 2023
Our Whole House Energy Retrofit Course is a big deal! That’s why we amplified and expanded our in-house expertise with a squad of colleagues and peers to ensure that we could meet our goal of a Pan-Canadian course. Before we got really going on the content, the curriculum was reviewed...
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Get Ready to Master the Art of Whole House Energy Retrofits!
Shawna HendersonOctober 24, 2023
Upgrade your skills and join the movement towards energy-efficient, sustainable, and resilient homes with the Whole House Energy Retrofit course by Blue House Energy and Built Green Canada.
The Importance of Whole House Energy Retrofits in Canada
Shawna HendersonOctober 20, 2023
As the demand for housing continues to grow, it is more important than ever to prioritize energy efficiency and sustainability in residential construction and renovation. Whole house energy retrofits play a crucial role in meeting these goals, while also addressing the need for resiliency in the face of climate change and upcoming regulatory changes.
International Women's Day
Shawna HendersonMarch 08, 2022
This year marks the second season of This Must Be The Place- The Building Science Podcast. Shawna has welcomed a number of women to the table for thoughtful, engaging conversation in all areas of the sector. Listen to how they inspire change and innovation to help create better building practices, policy, and guidelines that impact energy efficiency.
What does that EnerGuide for Houses Rating Mean?
Shawna HendersonSeptember 21, 2021
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) delivers the EnerGuide Rating System (ERS). Nearly all energy conservation and energy efficiency programs and incentives that the government of Canada and many provincial rebate programs use the ERS to benchmark existing energy use and potential savings that can come from improving your home's energy efficiency. The EnerGuide Rating System label shows the energy consumed by your house under standard operating conditions.