By David Dodge, GreenEnergyFutures.ca
Discover Urbandale Construction’s journey to net zero ready and the secret powers of the energy advisor that helped them get there.
We’re on location in Riverside, Ottawa, with master energy advisor Stephen Magneron of Homesol Building Solutions to take a look at a net zero ready home and all the features of these amazing homes.
Energy advisors like Stephen normally work behind the scenes, but as we learned in our chat with him, it is immensely satisfying to work with a builder and see them transition to building affordable net zero homes.
Achieving Net Zero homes requires more than just good design. Stephen shares his journey with Urbandale Construction to see how they are building homes of the future today.
Urbandale Construction has prioritized energy efficiency for decades, transitioning from R2000 standards to adopting modern, sustainable building practices. We go on location in Ottawa to explore the specific systems that make these houses work, including solar panels, heat pumps, and advanced ventilation.
The secret to their success is the collaboration with an experienced energy advisor. These professionals work behind the scenes to help builders navigate complex standards like EnerGuide and the CHBA Net Zero Ready Home labels. You will see firsthand how these experts map energy usage to ensure performance matches the design.
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