Fortis BC’s Gas Absorption, Heat Pumps and Dual-Fuel Rooftop Units

FortisBC’s Social Housing Retrofit Support Program (SHRSP) offers funding and incentives to charities and non-profit housing providers for energy-efficient upgrades to reduce GHGs and lower energy costs. The program includes energy studies, implementation support, and rebates for high-efficiency natural gas and electric upgrades (where available). This session covers SHRSP and the current offers for gas absorption heat pumps and dual fuel rooftop units. Learn how these appliances work, what the upgrades entail, and the financial supports available from studying feasibility through implementation support and installation.

Who should attend:

Non-profit housing providers, Property or Building Managers, Housing Directors

What you will learn:

• understand the basics of FortisBC Social Housing Retrofit Support Programs
• become familiar with the gas absorption, heat pump and dual-fuel rooftop unit appliances
• understand how this applies to MURB social housing in terms of improving energy efficiency
• understand the rebates and support available, and how to access the program

Presented by:

Matthew Hoover

Program Specialist,  Conservation & Energy Management

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Matt is a Program Specialist for Conservation Assistance at FortisBC, overseeing the Social Housing Retrofit Support Program. He brings valuable experience in utility planning, design, and community and Indigenous relations. Committed to creating practical and impactful solutions, Matt focuses on developing programs that effectively support the non-profit and social housing sector.

Mel Tugade

Key Account Manager • Commercial Energy Solutions

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Mel is a Key Account Manager at FortisBC, overseeing an energy portfolio that includes private healthcare, affordable housing, non-profits, Indigenous communities, and stratas. He is responsible for implementing energy efficiency initiatives and managing the Low Carbon Fuels Program, including the Renewable Gas Program. Mel is dedicated to helping these sectors achieve sustainable energy solutions.