Energy | Housing
Tool
Energy
Energy
Factsheets: Community Buildings Retrofit initiative
Learn how to retrofit existing community buildings to lower GHG emissions and extend their life cycle.
See Resource
Community efficiency financing
Case Study: An innovative path toward net-zero homes
Webinar recording
Energy
Energy
Webinar recording: How to start reducing GHG emissions in community buildings
Watch the discussion on how to create a GHG reduction pathway for community buildings.
Displaying 81 - 100 of 117 Results
Case Study
Municipal and community buildings
Energy
Municipal and community buildings
Energy
Case study: Kingston explores retrofits for 37 buildings
The City of Kingston audited energy and water use in 37 municipal buildings, looking for ways to reduce consumption.
Case Study
Energy
Energy
District energy system is viable for city centre
The City of Surrey studied the feasibility of a district energy system (DES) for its new civic centre and its growing central business area.
Case Study
Local energy generation
Energy
Local energy generation
Energy
Case study: Vancouver Island community studies tidal power
The City of Campbell River studied the feasibility of using tidal energy to generate electricity. It hoped to install a small demonstration turbine at the municipal pier.
Case Study
Local energy generation
Energy
Local energy generation
Energy
City uses mini-plants for district energy system
The City of North Vancouver, BC, built a district energy system (DES) to heat buildings in a major redevelopment of its waterfront area.
Case Study
Energy
Energy
Community Energy and Emissions Plan
The City of Delta's new Community Energy and Emissions Plan (CEEP) is a long-term strategy for sustainable development.
Case Study
Energy
Energy
Energy plans put small city on a sustainable track
The City of Pitt Meadows developed two complementary plans to guide the municipality in reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Case Study
Local energy generation
Energy
Local energy generation
Energy
District energy an option for eco-business zone
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and the Region of Peel studied whether a district energy system was feasible for buildings near Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Case Study
Local energy generation
Energy
Local energy generation
Energy
Municipalities team up on energy strategy
To reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions, the Municipality of the District of Shelburne has endorsed projects that will use wind, solar panels and waste-wood pellets to generate electricity and heat.
Case Study
Municipal and community buildings
Energy
Municipal and community buildings
Energy
New energy-efficient fire station will improve safety in Dieppe
Dieppe has conducted a feasibility study with a view to building a fire station.
Case Study
Energy
Energy
Renovation or new construction? That is the question!
The Municipality of the District of Shelburne studied the feasibility of renovating its 1902 administration building versus building a new one on a different site.
Case Study
Municipal and community buildings
Energy
Municipal and community buildings
Energy
Town Hall and Emergency Services Building
The new town hall in Sackville, New Brunswick, houses fire, police, municipal services and council chambers in a single energy-efficient facility.
Case Study
Energy
Energy
Greening the local community centre
The City of Morden studied the feasibility of improving its community centre's energy efficiency through retrofits.
Case Study
Municipal and community buildings
Energy
Municipal and community buildings
Energy
Sorel-Tracy builds its first energy efficient building
A provincial pioneer in sustainable development, the City of Sorel-Tracy built its first energy efficient building, the new headquarters for its fire department.
Case Study
Energy
Energy
Rural municipalities team up on energy plan
To save money, cut energy use, and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the Peace River Regional District and four adjoining municipalities collectively developed plans to promote renewable-resource power and heating systems, as well as energy-efficient land use, waste disposal, travel and construction practices.
Case Study
Energy
Energy
Case study: Innovative projects prepare older Brampton suburbs for climate change
Learn how Brampton, ON, is preparing its older suburbs for climate change.
Case Study
Municipal and community buildings
Energy
Municipal and community buildings
Energy
Case study: Why net-zero energy buildings reduce emissions and costs for communities
This article is part of a series called Six sustainability ideas that have gone mainstream in Canada.
Case Study
Energy
Energy
Case study: Saint John explores options for district energy system
The City of Saint John studied the feasibility of a district energy system to serve buildings in the downtown area. These systems distribute thermal energy from a central facility to heat and cool multiple buildings.
Case Study
Land Use
Land Use
Case study: Community Sustainability Plan
The Town of Ladysmith developed a Sustainable Action Plan that provides the framework for sustainable prosperity throughout the 21st century. Adopting the plan is an important step toward achieving the Town's Sustainability Vision, which it developed in 2008-2009.
Case Study
Energy
Energy
Toronto’s Exhibition Place brightens pedestrian pathway with LED lights
Eager to showcase green technologies and save on electrical costs, Toronto's Exhibition Place replaced 50 high-pressure sodium lampposts along a pedestrian walkway with light-emitting diode (LED) fixtures.
Case Study
Energy
Energy
Case study: How low-carbon design helps cut greenhouse gas emissions in half
Marwayne, AB revitalized its Center Street and reduced village's carbon footprint while creating an appealing space for residents doing day-to-day business and attending public events.
