Deep Energy Retrofits: Getting Started

Program Description

An Overview

Deep energy retrofits take a holistic approach to building system upgrades to greatly reduce GHG emissions and energy use.

A lot of these upgrades can be costly undertakings without an easy simple payback, but buildings with poor energy performance that are due for renewal may be good contenders for these types of retrofits, as well as funding programs. Come learn more about how to get started on deep energy retrofits and hear how one society is taking a portfolio-wide approach to significantly lower its GHG emissions and energy use while improving comfort in their tenants’ homes.

Who Should Attend?

• Property and asset managers
• Executives and Board Members of Non-Profit Housing Societies
• Co-ops looking for more information on deep energy retrofits

What Will You Learn?

• Recognize the components of a Deep Energy Retrofit
• Identify the process and steps required to plan and carry out a deep energy retrofit
• Relate to an example society and their consultant as they describe the retrofit planning process
• Take the first steps in planning a deep energy retrofit for your own building(s) (regardless of how long it may be before you pursue a project)

Event Facilitated By

Aboriginal Housing Management Association (AHMA)

AHMA has been a leader in advancing Indigenous housing initiatives, providing vital support to Indigenous communities across British Columbia. With their deep expertise in culturally appropriate housing management and development, AHMA has been instrumental in fostering self-determination and improving living conditions for Indigenous peoples.

Affine Climate Solutions

Affine Climate Solutions is a non-profit climate consultancy focused on building decarbonization. We specialize in zero-emission new construction, retrofits, low embodied carbon, and climate resilience. Serving Western Canada, Affine offers deep retrofit services from planning to implementation, acting as an owner’s representative to ensure smooth project execution. With integrated financing services and project management, we help clients achieve net-zero buildings that meet their organizational and economic goals.

Brightside Community Homes Foundation

Brightside Community Homes Foundation is one of Vancouver’s leading non-profit housing providers, dedicated to building resilient communities for people of all income levels. With a focus on equity and inclusivity, Brightside provides safe and secure affordable homes for independent-living seniors, families, and people with disabilities.

Brightside is committed to sustainability, innovation, and empowering successful tenancies, striving to create vibrant communities where everyone can thrive. With affordable housing options in 23 buildings throughout Metro Vancouver, and more currently under development, Brightside is helping to shape a future where all members of the community have an affordable place to call home.

BC Non-Profit Housing Association (BCNPHA), Asset Management

BCNPHA’s Asset Management team is at the forefront of supporting non-profit housing providers in effectively managing and maintaining their housing portfolios across British Columbia.

With a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and long-term planning, the team offers critical guidance and tools to ensure that housing assets are preserved and enhanced to serve communities for years to come.

Registration Details

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Please note that all HousingU courses are for single-user registration only, as our learning management system requires a unique email address for each participant. This means you can’t enroll another person on your behalf. Each participant must set up their own BCNPHA account, register individually, and use their own email to receive their unique login details and course access.

Participants are welcome to either pay upfront or select “Pay Later” upon registration checkout and then forward the receipt/invoice to the appropriate party for reimbursement, if applicable.

Registration Assistance

For step-by-step registration instructions (PDF) and/or our cancellation policy, check out the Program Info: HousingU Registration page.

Registrants will receive course access instructions from learn@bcnpha.ca prior to the course start date.

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More Information

For more information about course content, contact Kate Nielsen – Education Lead, learn@bcnpha.ca