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SUMMARY:Grid Resilience and Peak Saver Program
DESCRIPTION:Learn about BC’s grid resilience and the different ways homeowners can get involved and benefit through the Peak Saver Program. \nAbout this event\nBuilding a resilient energy grid is a critical priority as our reliance on electricity grows and weather patterns become increasingly unpredictable. This session explores the strategies and technologies necessary to safeguard our energy infrastructure against high-demand peaks\, ensuring a stable and reliable power supply for communities. We will examine how flexible demand management and the integration of smart\, distributed energy resources can prevent system strain and enhance local energy security. Join us to learn how these modern resilience efforts are transforming the way we manage power to create a more robust and future-proof energy ecosystem\, and hoow you can help as homeowners. \nRSVP for Free \n\n\nEvent is free of charge\, but you must register. If you cannot attend the webinar—no problem! We’ll provide the slide deck and a link to the recording to all those who have registered. \n\n\nBrought to you by the Community Energy Association with the support of BC Hydro.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is one of many activities presented by Community Energy Association through: \nRetrofit Assist\, a concierge service offered in collaboration with local governments to assist homeowners in navigating the process and financing of home energy retrofit projects. \nBuilding A Legacy\, a program that advances high-performance building practices in BC\, with a particular focus on the Kootenay and Boundary regions and Northern BC. Through awareness raising and training\, the program increases workforce capacity to
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/grid-resilience-and-peak-saver-program/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Materials that Improve Energy Use & Reduce Emissions
DESCRIPTION:Real‑world lessons on selecting construction materials for an energy efficient build that also limits embodied carbon emissions. \nTune in to join a panel of building professionals explain what you need to consider when choosing materials for a high-performance home. Panelists will discuss supply chain realities and decision‑making in different contexts\, including rural and remote communities\, cold‑climate conditions\, tariffs\, and emerging materials. \nAttendees will gain practical insights into balancing performance\, cost\, and carbon intensity when selecting materials. The session will highlight cost-effective approaches\, strategies to preserve energy efficiency\, and ways to reduce embodied carbon — while exploring how thoughtful material choices can support both project budgets and high-performance outcomes. \nBring your questions!\nPlease submit questions during event registration. We want to hear your real-world scenarios\, which panelists will address in facilitated discussion (as many questions as time permits). \nWho should attend?\nThis webinar and panel will be of interest to higher performance builders and any building-related trades and professionals who are or may be required to understand\, interpret\, and apply the BC Building Code\, BC Energy Step Code\, and BC Zero Carbon Step Code. \nRSVP for Free \n  \nPart of the Building Solutions Exchange\nThis event series is a unique opportunity for builders and contractors to hear from other experts in the field\, ask questions\, and share their own knowledge and expertise. \nThe Building Solutions Exchange is sponsored by Macdonald Mechanical Inc. an Okanagan heat pump and energy efficiency expert.
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/materials-that-improve-energy-use-reduce-emissions/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Integrated Design Charette: Real Data\, Real Homes
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Integrated Design Planning supports collaboration\, cost savings\, and reliable results in new build and retrofit projects. \nThis Integrated Design Charette will use assessment data from real homes to map out the priority actions\, sequence and costs of healthy home energy retrofits using an envelope-first and house-as-a-system approach. This event will combine building science theory with practical application to real-world scenarios from homes in northwest BC. Consider health\, safety\, energy efficiency and resiliency in a retrofit and decide the optimal course of action considering a homeowner’s priorities and budget. \nOur expert instructors will model heat gain and loss calculation with as-is and retrofitted scenarios to show how envelope improvements (e.g. air sealing\, window upgrades\, exterior insulation) enable best practice and right sizing of heating\, cooling and ventilation equipment in a retrofitted house. \nRegister \nEvent Fees\nAs non-profit partner organizations\, we appreciate your support in helping to cover food and venue costs\, with your paid registration fee. \nHowever\, we do recognize that cost can be a barrier for many individuals and businesses. If cost is a barrier\, feel free to connect with gcarignan@communityenergy.ca to ask about other arrangements. *There are a limited number of complimentary seats for Trades Students. \nAdditional Notes\n\nBreakfast and lunch will be provided & pre-registration is required.\nContinuing Professional Development (CPD) Points pending approval.\nThis workshop assumes you have a basic understanding of building science fundamentals. If you are not yet familiar or need a refresher\, we recommend watching this CEA webinar “Building Science Fundamentals: A virtual lab” with RDH Building Science.\n\nPartners & Funders\nDelivered by the Community Energy Association as part the the Building A Legacy initiative funded by BC Hydro. \nVisit our website to learn about other workshops and training events: www.communityenergy.ca/events
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/integrated-design-charette-real-data-real-homes/
LOCATION:Hidden Acres Farm & Treehouse Resort\, 3527 River Drive\, Terrace\, BC\, V8G 3P2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Energy Efficiency Showcase: Understanding the real options in Northern BC
DESCRIPTION:Learn how buildings in the North can use less energy\, cost less to build & operate\, last longer\, look better\, and respond to climate change. \n\n\nDecisions about energy and energy-efficiency are critical for determining up-front capital costs and long-term affordability\, as well as how long a building will last\, how comfortable it will (or won’t) be\, and whether it will contribute to climate change or effectively respond to a changing climate. These decisions affect project costs\, timelines\, and performance outcomes\, and apply to every type of building: from large industrial buildings to the family home. \nHow should we make these decisions in Northern BC\, in our climate and in the interests of communities\, residents\, the building industry\, and local economies? \nIn this event\, we’ll get to answers by showcasing real\, local examples. \nCNC’s Prince George campus\, the District of Vanderhoof\, and Shas Ti Kelly Road Secondary all demonstrate how we can make decisions about energy and energy-efficiency in our region. All will be featured during this event. We’ll connect policy\, design\, and on-the-ground construction experience\, highlighting what it takes to deliver meaningful outcomes. \nThe 2025 review of CleanBC indicated that “it can be harder or more expensive for builders and developers to meet energy and climate goals in colder regions” and that “regional considerations deserve more attention.” That’s the rationale for this event: using local projects as learning opportunities for how the difficulty and expense can be overcome. \nRSVP for Free \nWho should attend\n\nLocal government and Indigenous community officials involved with local planning\, permitting and construction\, climate action and sustainability\, and economic development.\nBuilders\, HVAC specialists\, engineers\, architects\, designers\, suppliers\, energy advisors\, and other building professionals\nBuilding owners and managers\nEducators\, researchers\, and students\nUtilities and regulators\n\nThings you’ll learn\n\nPractical approaches to delivering a full building envelope retrofit\, including insulation\, doors\, and windows.\nHow local governments\, building owners and managers\, and builders and developers can use energy assessments to prioritize upgrades\, secure funding\, and guide project decisions.\nWhere geoexchange heating and cooling systems make sense\, and what it takes to implement them.\nSome possible future policy directions.\n\n…all with an eye to cost\, performance\, and actual implementation in northern communities. \n\n\n\n\nSupporters\nFunding support provided by BC Hydro. \nThis event was initiated by the Community Energy Association through its Northern BC Climate Action Network (NorthCAN) and Building a Legacy program. \n \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n10:30 AM – 10:45 AM \nSign-in & Networking\nCollege of New Caledonia Cafeteria \n\n\n10:45 AM – 11:15 AM \nWelcome\nRound the room introductions. \n\n\n11:15 AM – 12:30 PM \nCNC’s envelope retrofit project as a showpiece and case study for the North\nIntroduction explaining the rationale and priority outcomes\, followed by a tour featuring the local companies working on the project. \n\n\n12:30 PM – 01:30 PM \nLunch\nNetworking with a possible keynote presentation and discussion. Lunch will be available at CNC for purchase. \n\n\n01:30 PM – 02:30 PM \nMaking sustainability profitable\nThis session will include conversation on projects and learnings from different communities. It will be kicked off by Vanderhoof and their recent approach to retrofits that will increase the lifespan of civic facilities\, reduce operating costs\, and improve the comfort of their employees. \n\n\n02:30 PM – 02:45 PM \nBreak\n\n\n02:45 PM – 03:15 PM \nThe geoexchange system at Shas Ti Kelly Road\nInitial learnings from a system designed for the North and our climate. This presentation will introduce the optional tour hosted at Shas Ti Kelly Road Secondary. \n\n\n03:45 PM – 04:45 PM \nSchool Tour (Optional)\nDeparture for Shas Ti Kelly Road Secondary for geoexchange system tour. 7405 Kelly Rd\, Prince George. \n\n\n04:45 PM \nTour wrap-up and departure
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/energy-efficiency-showcase-understanding-the-real-options-in-northern-bc/
LOCATION:College of New Caledonia\, 3330 22 Avenue\, Prince George\, BC\, V2N 1P8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Design & Installation of HVAC Mechanical Systems
DESCRIPTION:Real‑world lessons on providing heating and cooling systems that meet high performance and make homeowners happy. \nAbout the event\nTune in to join a panel of building professionals explaining their battle-tested strategies for designing and installing heat pumps and HVAC mechanical systems. \nAttendees will learn practical solutions\, cost‑effective strategies\, and ways to improve energy efficiency outcomes. Panelists will discuss right-sizing of heat pumps\, installation and supply challenges\, common issues in duct design\, and more. The focus will be placed on performance\, practicality\, and managing costs. \nBring your questions!\nPlease submit questions during event registration. We want to hear your real-world scenarios\, which panelists will address in facilitated discussion (as many questions as time permits). \nWho should attend?\nThis webinar and panel will be of interest to higher performance builders and any building-related trades and professionals who are or may be required to understand\, interpret\, and apply the BC Building Code\, BC Energy Step Code\, and BC Zero Carbon Step Code. \nRSVP for Free \n  \nPart of the Building Solutions Exchange\nThis event series is a unique opportunity for builders and contractors to hear from other experts in the field\, ask questions\, and share their own knowledge and expertise. \nThe Building Solutions Exchange is sponsored by Macdonald Mechanical Inc. an Okanagan heat pump and energy efficiency expert.
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/design-installation-of-hvac-mechanical-systems/
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