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Wouldn’t it be great to have a single heat pump system that handles home heating, air conditioning, and domestic hot water in one package? Hydronic, or air-to-water, heat pumps can do that and more. Water has high thermal capacity, so hydronic systems are super efficient and nimble, allowing for precise temperature control and zoning. And...
If you are interested in participating in the Climate Friendly Homes Tour, please register here for an information session to find out more about the Tour!
Join us for an essential four-day training designed for housing maintenance professionals, tradespeople, and contractors in Terrace and surrounding regions. This practical, in-person program will help you master the skills and knowledge needed to perform energy-efficient housing retrofits that meet local needs and challenges. Space is limited 28 CPDs pre-approved by BC Housing *attendance for all...
If you are interested in participating in the Climate Friendly Homes Tour, please register here for an information session to find out more about the Tour!
The BC Building Codes 2024 include new bracing requirements for wood framed Part 9 housing (i.e. homes and low-rise residential). These changes are meant to resist increased force from extreme winds and earthquakes. Builders, get ready for these changes coming into effect on March 10, 2025. Sign up for an in-person, full-day education session with...
Join a live Q&A and discover how Authorized Contractors can make the most of participating in Retrofit Assist and grow as a local business. Community Energy Association’s Retrofit Assist guides homeowners through the process of upgrading their home’s energy efficiency, switching to a heat pump, or installing solar electricity. Only Retrofit Assist’s Authorized Contractors can...
The NorthCAN Forum will be the premier event of 2025 exploring opportunities for climate action and the energy transition in Northern BC. This two-day in-person event will feature discussions and dialogues, information from northern leaders and researchers, and tours of local sites demonstrating the transition to a low-carbon and resilient future for northern communities. Build...
Summer 2021 was deadly for British Columbians, with over 600 people losing their lives in just one week of extreme heat. The rapidly heating climate is expected to bring more dangerous summers to come, so the 2024 release of the BC Building Code has introduced new requirements to prevent overheating in residential spaces. Join Community Energy...
Heat pumps are making headway in the market even as manufacturers continue to innovate for cold climates like Canada’s. Find out what’s coming down the line, so you can give the best recommendations as an HVAC technician, retrofit contractor, or builder. The magic of heat pumps depends on refrigerants to move heat from outdoors to...
Rebate programs are changing and we want to make sure you are kept in the loop. If you are working on home energy upgrades, including insulation upgrades, new windows and doors, and heat pumps installs, it’s important to understand how these changes affect you.
Join us for a webinar on how to grow your business with Retrofit Assist - perfect for Vernon contractors looking to expand their client base.
Best practices for performance and installation in climates where extreme cold can challenge efficiency and reliability. As the push for comfortable and energy efficient homes continues to grow, heat pumps are becoming a go-to solution for heating and cooling in residential buildings. However, their performance and installation considerations can differ significantly in Kootenay, Boundary and...
