Educated with a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering (CEE) from the University of Illinois. Tommy has spent the past 6 years working as an Energy Advisor and has earned the title of Senior Energy Advisor and is now the General Manager with Capital Home Energy.
Tommy has always been keen on giving back to Mother nature that has given the human race unconditional nurture. Having found the existence of energy advisors in the building science industry, he immediately fell in love with the thought of impacting home owners on thier potential for energy savings from well-built homes. It is truly fulfilling to see the progress of energy efficiency for the betterment of both the environment and the human race.
After gaining an insight and learning more about high performance buildings through BCIT, he learned the importance of sustainable building practices and decided to be involved in the industry as an Energy Advisor.
Originally from Calgary where he honed his skills for over twenty-five years, Josh lives in Kamloops.
Josh brings a wealth of experience to the team, with nearly two decades of experience in the construction industry, Josh has developed a deep expertise across a diverse range of construction disciplines. His journey began in framing and expanded into commercial roofing, road work, and modular construction, among other areas
Josh brings a wealth of experience to the team, with nearly two decades of experience in the construction industry, Josh has developed a deep expertise across a diverse range of construction disciplines. His journey began in framing and expanded into commercial roofing, road work, and modular construction, among other areas
Owner of Capital Home Energy Inc, a Licensed Service Organization and Energy Design firm doing work throughout Southern BC. Luke is also a REA (Registered Energy Advisor) with Natural Resources Canada and a Building Science Instructor with the CHBA (Canadian Home Builders Association)
In 2014, Luke founded the trade association for Energy Advisors – CACEA (Canadian Association of Consulting Energy Advisors). Currently Luke remains very active in the Association and sits on the Board of Directors.
His extensive background as an Energy Advisor EA began in 2008, and since then, Capital Home Energy has evaluated thousands of buildings and homes in the Vancouver Lower Mainland area, as well as the Whistler Sea-to-Sky corridor, Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast regions.
Luke has a passion for sustainable building, the environment, and a healthy active lifestyle. Luke has over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, including 20 years in Whistler BC.
Luke’s passions include outdoor sports such as skiing, cycling, and windsurfing. He is also an avid gardener. Luke’s lifestyle and up most respect for the environment have shaped his business model and have contributed to the success of Capital Home Energy. The service he provides with his energy evaluations and home inspections leaves homeowners, contractors, developers, and real estate professionals with a feeling of satisfaction after the job is complete.
Other certifications include:
- Net Zero Homes
- R-2000
- EnerGuide for New Homes program
- Built Green Canada
- ENERGY STAR® for New Homes Initiative
- Infrared Thermography 1
- TECA Ventilation
- HRAI Ventilation
- HRR Utilities program
- PQEA
In 2015 Mike left Vancouver for the slower pace of the Sunshine Coast. Mike's has years of hands on experience building homes. He has a strong passion for energy efficiency and building science. Becoming an energy advisor allows Mike to combine his interests of building homes and sustainability.
In his free time you'll often find Mike working on his house, growing his farm, and fishing with his 6 yr old son.
In his free time you'll often find Mike working on his house, growing his farm, and fishing with his 6 yr old son.
Sebastian comes to Capital Home Energy with 7 years of experience working as a carpenter and home building site supervisor. Sebastian started his carpentry career as an apprentice with Naikoon contracting, one of the leading companies in Western Canada for building high performance, energy efficient homes. These experiences, as well as Sebastian’s interest in sustainable building practices, lead to his interest in becoming an energy advisor. Sebastian is originally from Sweden and came to Canada in 2011 for what was supposed to be a few months of skiing, but after falling in love with the beauty of B.C. he never left. Outside of work Sebastian enjoys skiing, motocross, home renovations, and spending time outdoors with his wife and young son.
Dorothy Lutkiewicz brings a wealth of experience to the team with her Business Manager background. Dorothy looks after bookkeeping duties and assists with Human Resources.
Franklin is our New Home field technician specialist. Franklin comes from a background of working in the urban and community forestry sectors,
as well as in the occupational health and safety industry. In 2022, Franklin
graduated from UBC with a Bachelors of Science in Natural Resources -
Conservation Science and Management with honours. Always fascinated by the
gleaming skyscrapers of downtown Vancouver, the intricacies of urban development,
and green building design, Franklin decided to pursue a career as an Energy
Advisor. Now, Franklin is ready to work with you on your path to energy
efficient housing!
as well as in the occupational health and safety industry. In 2022, Franklin
graduated from UBC with a Bachelors of Science in Natural Resources -
Conservation Science and Management with honours. Always fascinated by the
gleaming skyscrapers of downtown Vancouver, the intricacies of urban development,
and green building design, Franklin decided to pursue a career as an Energy
Advisor. Now, Franklin is ready to work with you on your path to energy
efficient housing!
Matheus has been in the residential energy design industry since 2010. He works with both new and existing homes, and focuses on providing high performing energy alternatives in compliance with the Energy Step Code, VBBL requirements, and Built Green designs.
His Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering (UBC 2010) informs his expertise in Building Science and provides a solid foundation in understanding how a home’s energy consumption can be optimized for each client’s needs.
Matheus arrived in Vancouver from Brazil in 2005. In his spare time, he teaches historical European martial arts and sword fighting in downtown Vancouver, and is an avid board gamer with his fiancée. He can be found on his bike cruising around Vancouver, in rain or shine.
Richard manages our Vancouver Island Division and comes to us from the building side of the industry.
After competing Rugby for the Canadian World Cup Team in the 1990’s, and playing professional Rugby in France, Richard went back to his roots as home builder in the lower mainland. With a passion for High Performance building, Richard has now made the move to the consulting side of the business as an Energy Advisor. The years of experience and knowledge gained from building homes, is a major asset and gives Richard a unique perspective on energy efficient homes, and meeting New building codes in a cost effective and practical manner.
Richard graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Geography with an emphasis on environmental sciences from the University of Victoria. After living in the Lower Mainland for 25 years, he is now back on the Island heading up our Vancouver Island operations.
He enjoys mountain biking, skiing, fishing, hiking and most of all coaching rugby at Mark R. Isfeld Secondary in Comox.
Richard can be contacted directly at 250-816-7635 and [email protected]
Donald graduated from Systems Design Engineering (University of Waterloo) last century with a focus on buildings and energy. Donald’s experience with sustainability in housing is vast. He installed Solar PV, solar thermal, wind and water turbines, mainly for off-grid buildings.
Donald’s experience as a Professional Engineer, bring a whole new level of expertise to the Capital Home Energy Team.
Donald has been involved with the EnerGuide Rating System and Hot2000 since the early days of ecoEnergy. Donald is our Quality Assurance specialist, and, provides tech support and procedures updates, as well as in house training for our new and existing Energy Advisors. In between residential energy work Donald is also a Certified Energy Manager, and has been involved with commercial energy modeling and analytics.
Outside of energy work, you will find him training for triathlons and studying Chinese martial arts including edged weapons (and occasional sparring with Matheus). As it gets dark, it is time to move inside and play board games.
A new addition to the Team, Adam comes to Capital Home Energy with existing home Energy Evaluation experience and expertise. Adam has evaluated over 200 homes, and has a passion for helping home owner reduce their Energy Consumption.
With a BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE, from Trinity Western University, and Coaching background at The University of the Fraser Valley, Adam brings value from his education and past experience coaching to his role as Energy Advisor.
With a BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE, from Trinity Western University, and Coaching background at The University of the Fraser Valley, Adam brings value from his education and past experience coaching to his role as Energy Advisor.
Luke Dolan is a CEA (Certified Energy Advisor) with Natural Resources Canada and a Certified Home Inspector. Luke also started the trade association for Energy Advisors – CACEA (Canadian Association of Consulting Energy Advisors). He is now acting Director of CACEA.
His extensive background as an Energy Advisor EA began in 2008, and since then, he has evaluated over 6,000 homes in the Vancouver Lower Mainland and Whistler Sea-to-Sky corridor.
His extensive background as an Energy Advisor EA began in 2008, and since then, he has evaluated over 6,000 homes in the Vancouver Lower Mainland and Whistler Sea-to-Sky corridor.
Luke also performs third party New Construction Home Inspections for the Holmes Approved Holmes program for Mike Holmes Inspections and also teaches building science with CHBA.
Luke has a passion for sustainable building, the environment, and a healthy active lifestyle. Luke has over 25 years of experience in the construction industry, including 15 years in Whistler BC.
Luke’s passions include outdoor sports such as skiing, cycling, and windsurfing. He is also an avid gardener. Luke’s lifestyle and up most respect for the environment have shaped his business model and have contributed to the success of Capital Home Energy. The service he provides with his energy evaluations and home inspections leaves home owners, contractors, developers, and real estate professionals with a feeling of satisfaction after the job is complete.
Other certifications include:
- Net Zero Homes
- R-2000
- EnerGuide for New Homes program
- Built Green Canada
- ENERGY STAR® for New Homes Initiative
- Infrared Thermography 1
- TECA Ventilation
- HRAI Ventilation
- HRR Utilities program
- PQEA
Matheus has been in the residential energy design industry since 2010. He works with both new and existing homes, and focuses on providing high performing energy alternatives in compliance with the Energy Step Code, VBBL requirements, and Built Green designs.
His Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering (UBC 2010) informs his expertise in Building Science and provides a solid foundation in understanding how a home’s energy consumption can be optimized for each client’s needs.
Matheus arrived in Vancouver from Brazil in 2005. In his spare time, he teaches historical European martial arts and sword fighting in downtown Vancouver, and is an avid board gamer with his fiancée. He can be found on his bike cruising around Vancouver, in rain or shine.
Richard manages our Vancouver Island Division and comes to us from the building side of the industry.
After competing Rugby for the Canadian World Cup Team in the 1990’s, and playing professional Rugby in France, Richard went back to his roots as home builder in the lower mainland. With a passion for High Performance building, Richard has now made the move to the consulting side of the business as an Energy Advisor. The years of experience and knowledge gained from building homes, is a major asset and gives Richard a unique perspective on energy efficient homes, and meeting New building codes in a cost effective and practical manner.
Richard graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Geography with an emphasis on environmental sciences from the University of Victoria. After living in the Lower Mainland for 25 years, he is now back on the Island heading up our Vancouver Island operations.
He enjoys mountain biking, skiing, fishing, hiking and most of all coaching rugby at Mark R. Isfeld Secondary in Comox.
Richard can be contacted directly at 250-816-7635 and [email protected]
Educated with a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering (CEE) from the University of Illinois. Tommy has spent the past 6 years working as an Energy Advisor and has earned the title of Senior Energy Advisor and is now the General Manager with Capital Home Energy.
Tommy has always been keen on giving back to Mother nature that has given the human race unconditional nurture. Having found the existence of energy advisors in the building science industry, he immediately fell in love with the thought of impacting home owners on thier potential for energy savings from well-built homes. It is truly fulfilling to see the progress of energy efficiency for the betterment of both the environment and the human race.
After gaining an insight and learning more about high performance buildings through BCIT, he learned the importance of sustainable building practices and decided to be involved in the industry as an Energy Advisor.
In 2015 Mike left Vancouver for the slower pace of the Sunshine Coast. Mike's has years of hands on experience building homes. He has a strong passion for energy efficiency and building science. Becoming an energy advisor allows Mike to combine his interests of building homes and sustainability.
In his free time you'll often find Mike working on his house, growing his farm, and fishing with his 6 yr old son.
In his free time you'll often find Mike working on his house, growing his farm, and fishing with his 6 yr old son.
Donald’s experience as a Professional Engineer, bring a whole new level of expertise to the Capital Home Energy Team.
Donald has been involved with the EnerGuide Rating System and Hot2000 since the early days of ecoEnergy. Donald is our Quality Assurance specialist, and, provides tech support and procedures updates, as well as in house training for our new and existing Energy Advisors. In between residential energy work Donald is also a Certified Energy Manager, and has been involved with commercial energy modeling and analytics.
Outside of energy work, you will find him training for triathlons and studying Chinese martial arts including edged weapons (and occasional sparring with Matheus). As it gets dark, it is time to move inside and play board games.
Donald graduated from Systems Design Engineering (University of Waterloo) last century with a focus on buildings and energy. Donald’s experience with sustainability in housing is vast. He installed Solar PV, solar thermal, wind and water turbines, mainly for off-grid buildings.
Sebastian comes to Capital Home Energy with 7 years of experience working as a carpenter and home building site supervisor. Sebastian started his carpentry career as an apprentice with Naikoon contracting, one of the leading companies in Western Canada for building high performance, energy efficient homes. These experiences, as well as Sebastian’s interest in sustainable building practices, lead to his interest in becoming an energy advisor. Sebastian is originally from Sweden and came to Canada in 2011 for what was supposed to be a few months of skiing, but after falling in love with the beauty of B.C. he never left. Outside of work Sebastian enjoys skiing, motocross, home renovations, and spending time outdoors with his wife and young son.
Donald has been involved with the EnerGuide Rating System and Hot2000 since the early days of ecoEnergy. Donald is our Quality Assurance specialist, and, provides tech support and procedures updates, as well as in house training for our new and existing Energy Advisors. In between residential energy work Donald is also a Certified Energy Manager, and has been involved with commercial energy modeling and analytics.
Outside of energy work, you will find him training for triathlons and studying Chinese martial arts including edged weapons (and occasional sparring with Matheus). As it gets dark, it is time to move inside and play board games.
Donald graduated from Systems Design Engineering (University of Waterloo) last century with a focus on buildings and energy. Donald’s experience with sustainability in housing is vast. He installed Solar PV, solar thermal, wind and water turbines, mainly for off-grid buildings.
Another amazing asset to our team, Dorothy Lutkiewicz brings a wealth of experience with her past business management background. Laura looks after bookkeeping duties and assists with Human Resources.
Franklin Landry
Energy Advisor
Capital Home Energy’s New Home site specialist, Franklin comes from a background of working in the urban and community forestry sectors, as well as in the occupational health and safety industry. In 2022, Franklin graduated from UBC with a Bachelors of Science in Natural Resources -
Conservation Science and Management with honours. Always fascinated by the gleaming skyscrapers of downtown Vancouver, the intricacies of urban development, and green building design, Franklin decided to pursue a career as an Energy Advisor. Now, Franklin is ready to work with you on your path to energy efficient housing!
Born and raised in British Columbia's Lower Mainland, Franklin is proud to call Vancouver and its amazing surroundings home. As a province, BC has so much to offer in both natural and urban environments. Franklin is driven by working to enhance and fortify both so that they may be enjoyed for generations to come.
Josh McLeod
Energy Advisor
Josh is our Central Interior/Okanagan Energy Advisor and Field technician.
Originally from Calgary where he honed his skills for over twenty-five years, Josh lives in Kamloops.
Josh brings a wealth of experience to the team, with nearly two decades of experience in the construction industry, Josh has developed a deep expertise across a diverse range of construction disciplines. His journey began in framing and expanded into commercial roofing, road work, and modular construction, among other areas
Adam Friesen
Energy Advisor
A new addition to the Team, Adam comes to Capital Home Energy with existing home Energy Evaluation experience and expertise. Adam has evaluated over 200 homes, and has a passion for helping home owner reduce their Energy Consumption.
With a BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE, from Trinity Western University, and Coaching background at The University of the Fraser Valley, Adam brings value from his education and past experience coaching to his role as Energy Advisor.
