Why Build Net Zero Vancouver

With rising energy costs, environmental concerns, and growing awareness of sustainable living, there’s no better time to invest in or build a Net Zero Home. The Vancouver Zero Emission Building Bylaw makes this opportunity even more appealing, offering up to 19% additional floor space, currently only possible for building permit applications received before the end …

Net Zero Vancouver: What is Net Zero?

What Are Net Zero Homes? Essentially, Net Zero homes produce as much energy as they consume for heating and domestic hot water needs.  Net Zero labeled homes are at least 80% more energy efficient than homes built to conventional standards.   Why are Net Zero Homes becoming more popular? Despite rising costs and interest rates; …

City of Vancouver | Taking The Electric Vehicle (EV) Plunge

Do you own an electric vehicle (EV) or have you been thinking about taking the plunge to purchase one? There is definitely a growing demand for electric vehicles in our city.  It is a hot topic whether Vancouver is doing enough to meet the demand by investing and motiving the building of infrastructure to support …

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Save Energy | Use On-Demand Tankless Water Heaters

Hot water efficiency in your home. A recent study from the CMHC compares gas fired on-demand hot water heaters and conventional hot water holding tanks.  Results proved that on-demand water heaters were most cost effective using 46% less energy. Clearly on-demand hot water heaters offer long-term efficiency and energy savings, there are some downsides when selecting …