|
|
|
EnerVision is a not-for-profit organization solely owned by the Canadian Home Builders' Association-Alberta (CHBA - Alberta). It has been in existence since 2001 and is funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), and sponsored by the CHBA-Alberta and SAIT Polytechnic.
EnerVision is licensed to deliver NRCan's R-2000 and EnerGuide for New Houses (EGNH) initiatives in Alberta. EnerVision is also designated by NRCan to deliver Building Canada in western Canada, specifically in British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Additionally, EnerVision is contracted by the Built Green™ Society of Canada to deliver training, EGNH labeling/certification and administration. Learn more about Built Green™ here.
With an average greenhouse gas reduction of almost one tonne per energy efficient new home, the solutions EnerVision offers are an answer to the One-Tonne Challenge. |
Links:
Mission
We make the building community greener.
Vision
|
EnerVision News
January 31 - News release
Premier Stelmach labels Canada's highest Energuide rated multi-unit residential building. View release.
 September 20 - The WDRD websiteThe website, www.WhyWasteIt.ca was unveiled at the CHBA - Alberta Evolve Conference, September 20-23, 2007. The website organizes diversion information by area and by material or service. For example, builders can log on to the site, choose the area closest to them and then select a material that they wish to divert. A list will then be provided by the site detailing the diversion company's contact information, accepted/unaccepted materials and associated costs. After the launch of the website, new/updated information will be continually added to encompass more areas across the province and to accommodate feedback.
June 12 - Discover How Sustainable Communities Deliver Competitive Advantage
An abundance of research, tools and programs on sustainable communities exists, yet true sustainable communities in Canada are few and far between. As an industry we are faced with the challenge of achieving significant and relevant transformation. This is an opportunity for you to influence these changes. On Wednesday, June 20th, 2007 attend the Sustainable Communities event. View the invitation here.
June 6 - EnerVision and Partners Win Emerald Award
The housing industry's success with building energy efficient homes was recognized at the Emerald Awards in Calgary last week. The team of Built Green™ Society of Canada, EnerVision & SAIT Polytechnic was announced as the winner of the 2007 Emerald Award in the Not-For-Profit category for their joint application. The award was presented to Built Green Chair David Bengert, EnerVision Executive Director Alex Joseph and Larry Rosia, Dean of Construction at SAIT by Calgary Mayor Dave Bronconnier, who also served as Honourary Chair for the Emerald Awards. Since February 2004, around 4,000 Built Green homes have been constructed in Alberta, resulting in a saving of about 14,000 tonnes of greenhouse gasses.
May 29 - EnerVision Speaks at the Net Zero Forum
Come hear from the latest experts and developers on what current trends are emerging with Net Zero Energy Home (NZEH) construction in the US and Canada and where this fits on the residential building sustainability continuum. Enjoy the opportunity to engage with the experts and learn about exciting opportunities of net-zero energy homes in Alberta from industry pioneers! Attend the Getting to Zero Forum: Exploring Opportunities for Net Zero Energy Homes in Alberta to hear CHBA - Alberta's EnerVision speaker on June 14th. For more information on the forum and to register visit http://www.netzeroenergyhome.ca/.
April 3 - ecoEnergy
EnerVision attended the ecoEnergy for Renewable Heat Program Workshop last week in Calgary where Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) provided details on the upcoming funding available for solar hot water projects in the residential sector.
In general, there appears to be approximately one million dollars available per province to support projects that ideally would place 200 or more solar hot water systems on residential roofs. Its clear that this would not be 100% support of projects, but a portion likely in the ~$500+ per system range. NRCan will begin receiving proposals soon after April 1st on a first come first serve basis. For more information click here.
April 3 - Built Green™ Meets the Minister
Built Green™ met with the Minister of Environment, Rob Renner recently. The meeting went well and Minister Renner is encouraged by the Built Green™ program. The Minister particularly liked that the program involves industry in creating efficiency solutions and is willing to give an honorary endorsement of Built Green™. He encouraged Built Green™ to attend meetings Alberta Environment is holding across the Province to encourage all Albertans to get involved in climate change strategies. Built Green™ may even get an opportunity to present at this meeting. Learn more about Built Green™ and EnerVision. | |
