We’re proud to showcase this month’s high-performance home from Don May Construction in beautiful Qualicum Beach, on Vancouver Island. This CHBA Net Zero Labeled Home produces as much on site renewable energy (solar PV) as it consumes, on an annual basis. Net Zero homes are best in class for Canadian home labeling programs, and its important to note that all homes in BC by 2030 will be built to a Net Zero Ready Standard:
Air Tightness 1.02 ACH (air changes per hour- that’s very tight!)
HRV 70% Sensible recovery efficiency
Ductless mini-split – Air Source Heat Pump for heating and cooling
Hybrid Electric heat pump hot water tank – Rheem
Renewable production – Solar PV array 38 GJ/yr
(GJ = Gigajoules)
INDUSTRY NEWS
Net Zero Ready Alternative Compliance for Mid-Density Housing Forms
The Net Zero Program is working on a research project and is looking for participation from builders.
This project is targeting mid-density and multi-family homes that struggle to meet the existing Net Zero Program’s energy generation requirements where sufficient on-site renewable energy generation is not feasible. The goal of the project is to broaden the Net Zero Program’s reach allowing more mid-density homes to label under the Program via an alternative Net Zero Ready compliance path.
Click here to read the full project information pamphlet
Metro Vancouver’s draft 2021 Clean Air Plan is the regional plan for managing air quality and greenhouse gases over the next 10 years. Actions in the plan will reduce air contaminant emissions, including greenhouse gases, and support the commitment to a carbon neutral region by 2050. The Clean Air Plan will also help improve air quality in the region.
The Clean Air Plan includes three regional targets for 2030:
Reduce GHGs by 45% from 2010 levels;
Ensure ambient air quality meets or is better than objectives and standards set by Metro Vancouver, and the BC and federal governments; and
Increase the amount of time that visual air quality is classified as excellent.
Click here to view the draft for the 2021 Clean Air Plan
The draft 2021 Clean Air Plan is available for comment April 1 through June 15 2021.
To learn more about the Clean Air Plan, click here
UPCOMING WEBINAR
CHBA: Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and the CHBA Net Zero Homes: What do they deliver?
Homeowner concerns around home indoor air quality, comfort and energy costs were raised continuously throughout 2020, amplified by the pandemic. Due to this heightened awareness, the Net Zero Technical Committee took a closer look at the aspects in our program that helps to achieve one of our key brand promises: exceptional indoor air quality for healthier living. Join us for this webinar to learn more about why indoor air quality is so important, key control strategies, and how Net Zero Homes are able to deliver better indoor air quality than a code-built home.
Integra Homes
New 3.600 ft² house
Courtenay
Final :0.71 ACH
New Leaf Contracting
New 1,700 ft² home
Pemberton
Mid Construction: 0.9 ACH
Rathy Homes Reonvations & Interior Designs
New 4,300 ft² home
Nanaimo
Final 0.93 ACH
Homeowner Builder
New 530 ft² home
Squamish
Final 0.99 ACH
ORCA LGS Canada
New 900 ft² home
Comox
Mid Construction 1.0 ACH
What are the next top ACH scores for next month?
Stay tuned to find out!
DEFINITION OF THE MONTH
Backdrafting
Backdrafting is the reverse and unwanted flow of exhaust gas of fuel-fired appliances that results in the intrusion of combustion byproducts into the living space.
Please remember to book your mid construction tests at least two weeks in advance!
Friendly reminder to all builders needing to book their mid construction blower door tests. Please give us a call two weeks in advance to ensure we can have you on the schedule and to ensure a quicker turnaround time for your reports! We recommend contacting us 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 Vanessa at manager@capitalhomeenergy.com
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