Building Science

November 17, 2023

Energy, Emissions and Sustainability in Canadian Houses Part 4

‍Doug Tarry of Doug Tarry Homes, Roya Khaleeli of Minto Communities and Phillip Santana of Mattamy Homes shared insights into the work they and their companies are doing, things to consider and next steps in this journey toward Sustainability and Carbon reduction.

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November 17, 2023

Energy, Emissions and Sustainability in Canadian Houses Part 3

Chris Magwood provided in depth insights into the impact different material selections have on the embodied carbon emissions of buildings. Andy Oding and Adam Wright joined Chris to share what work BKC is doing in this space.

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November 17, 2023

Energy, Emissions and Sustainability in Canadian Houses Part 2

Chris Magwood provided in-depth insights into the impact different material selections have on the embodied carbon emissions of buildings. Chris was joined by Lucas Coletta who provided an overview of the NRCan Material Emission Calculator (MEC2).

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November 17, 2023

Energy, Emissions and Sustainability in Canadian Houses Part 1

This session provides an overview of sustainability and the direction being taken globally, nationally, provincially and locally and the impact on the housing industry. The session also takes a brief look at housing affordability and move into a review of energy and carbon emissions, and what the industry needs to prepare for.

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November 17, 2023

Healthy Air, Healthy Homes: Indoor Air Quality and the impact it has on occupant health

When you build an airtight home, you can expect the humidity levels from curing concrete, occupant behaviours such as cooking and showering and breathing will rise. Left unchecked this can cause health, comfort and durability issues. Learn how to manage this.

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November 17, 2023

Basements: Dank and damp or cozy and comfortable? Build basements your homeowners will love

Basements can conjure up feelings of damp, dark and uncomfortable places. Today's homebuyers are using basements for rental income and extended family, parents suites, etc. Learn how to make these spaces comfortable, healthy, energy efficient and bright.

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