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Net Zero Homes

In the Fall edition of Building Excellence publication, check out the article detailing the steps on how to achieve a CBHA Net Zero home –  Net Zero Homes – the future of homebuilding and renovation going beyond energy efficient.

Congradulations to Averra Developments for making the front cover.   Click HERE to read more about their project.

While We’re On The Topic…

Another great article from the CHBA states “Canada has committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050. But the country won’t be able to get there without significant energy efficiency improvements to Canada’s existing homes..” 

Click HERE to read the article from the CHBA.

2025 Program Updates
The new 2025 Built Green Canada checklist has been published.

Please feel free to check out the full article and resources!
2025 Single Family Checklist

Home Buyers Preference 

If you’re looking for powerful insight into today’s new home buyer market, then CHBA’s nationwide market research study – powered by Avid Ratings Canada – is a must-read.

Click HERE to read more.

New Home Incentive reminder

After ending the New Home rebate program in 2023, FortisBC launched a new program in 2024, and is advancing energy efficiency in new home construction by helping builders and developers achieve higher levels of the BC Energy Step Code with support through the New Home Program. Homes built to Step 4 may qualify for a rebate of $15,000 & $20,000, for Step 4 & 5, respectively. The program helps lower the costs of incorporating higher energy efficiency in new home construction and building to higher code standards.

For more information, visit their website: New Home Program

UPCOMING TRAINING

CHBA: Building Science for New Homes

This course provides an overview of building science issues and sound business practices. This course is a pre-requisite to become a certified Net Zero, R-2000 or ENERGY STAR builder, and is suggested for participating in the EnerGuide for New Homes and Built Green programs.

2024 Upcoming Dates:

Oct 23 & 24
Nov 21 & 22

Instructor: Luke Dolan (Capital Home Energy)
Location: Online

REGISTER HERE

CHBA: Net Zero Renovations Builder Training

The CHBA Net Zero Renovations Builder Training courses are only available through CHBA Qualified Net Zero Service Organizations, and delivered by CHBA Qualified Net Zero Trainers. This course is a requirement for builders/energy advisors participating in the CHBA Net Zero Home Labelling program, and covers advancements in technology and innovations in the housing industry.

Nov 7 & 8

Instructor: Luke Dolan
Location: Online

REGISTER HERE

Get up to date on our top air tightness results for
August & September!

3769 ft² – Squamish
Final: 0.50 ACH

3619 ft² – Vancouver
Final: 0.35 ACH

TOP 4 ACH OF THE MONTH: AUGUST

3181 ft²  – Richmond
Final: 0.88 ACH

42072 Birken Rd
1593 ft² – Squamish
Final: 0.70 ACH

4732 ft² – Courtenay
Final: 0.82 ACH

Pheaseant Hill Homes
2037 ft² – Bowser
Final: 0.87 ACH

TOP 4 ACH OF THE MONTH: SEPTEMBER

3593 ft²  – Langley
Final: 0.94 ACH

NVH Developments Ltd.
2931 ft² – Campbell River
Final: 0.86 ACH

The lowest ACH score wins a Capital Home Energy mug!
(ACH = Air changes per hour)

DEFINITION OF THE MONTH

Embodied Carbon

Embodied carbon is the carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions associated with materials and construction processes throughout the whole lifecycle of a building or infrastructure.

It includes any CO₂ created during the manufacturing of building materials (material extraction, transport to manufacturer, manufacturing), the transport of those materials to the job site, and the construction practices used.

Put simply, embodied carbon is the carbon footprint of a building or infrastructure project before it becomes operational. It also refers to the CO₂ produced maintaining the building and eventually demolishing it, transporting the waste, and recycling it.

Embodied carbon is distinct from operational carbon — the carbon that comes from energy, heat, lighting, etc. Thanks to advances in reducing operational carbon, recent data from the World Green Building Council indicates that embodied carbon is becoming a larger portion of a building’s overall carbon footprint.

 

Please remember to book your mid construction and final blower door tests at least two weeks in advance!

Friendly reminder to anyone needing to book their blower door tests. Please give us a call or email us at manager@capitalhomeenergy.com two weeks in advance to ensure we can have you on the schedule. This will ensure a quicker turnaround time for your reports!We recommend contacting us for your mid-construction test when insulation has started.

Any Questions? 

For information on the BC Energy Step Code, EnerGuide ratings, Blower Door Airtightness tests, Thermal Imaging, BuiltGreen, Net Zero Homes contact Hannah at manager@capitalhomeenergy.com

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