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Great news on the recent announcement of the Canada Green Buildings Strategy! There are a few things that could have been improved upon, following on examples from other jurisdictions such as New York with Local Law 97: - Using the Toronto Green Standard as a baseline for implementing a Canada Green Standard (ie. nothing but Passive House level of performance for new construction by 2030) - Mandatory energy and GHG labelling of all buildings - Phasing in penalties for sub-standard existing building performance, which is not intended to be punitive, but rather a method to help close any gaps in proforma for low energy/GHG upgrades #buildings #energy #energyefficiency #ghgemissions Link: https://lnkd.in/g7ciZDKF

Really pleased to be able to contribute to this session especially alongside the voice of Govt (Doreen) and the voice of large public sector (Roddy). Whilst it is great to hear the term heat pumps almost now on a daily basis what we aren’t seeing clearly defined is when an individual property (domestic house) should try to deploy a heat pump. And of course more importantly, if not then what? We’ll get into that extremely important topic (especially with so much of the Scottish population in high density tenement flats) and then crucially into the HOW. How to turn the proven reality of district heating from a pipe dream (sorry bad pun) into an affordable reality for the entirety of the population. are we a long way from this on a policy and commercial basis? Or is it a genuinely realistic aspiration that all high density properties could be connected in 10 years? Turn up and most importantly join in! Half the allotted time is for dialogue.

For those of you interested in Heat Networks and Fifth Generation District Heating and Cooling #5GDHC you may want to take some time to read this article featuring Clyde Gateway and Dave Pearson where we discussed the use of Heat Networks and the huge opportunities in Scotland #GreenRegeneration #ThisIsThePlace #PeoplePlaceJobs

Newcastle tower block sets benchmark in energy efficiency. Marking a significant step in combating energy inefficiency, RE:GEN Group North East, Your Homes Newcastle and Newcastle City Council are rolling out a solution that is surpassing national energy targets set by UK Government. The £4.1m project at Heaton Park Court in Newcastle’s city centre is underway to decarbonise the building by removing all gas appliances and installing a range of energy efficiency measures. As well as increasing the levels of insulation in the building through external wall insulation and new windows, the installation of exhaust heat pumps and high retention heaters will optimise energy consumption by leveraging off-peak tariffs, resulting in homes staying warmer for longer, for less cost. RE:GEN North East Managing Director, Jonathan Horner says: "This project is delivering some of the most energy-efficient homes we have seen in the last few years. Tower blocks like Heaton Park Court, built in the early 1960s, pose significant challenges due to aging infrastructure. However, our approach of 'insulate then generate' has enabled us to revolutionise their energy performance." Cllr Marion Williams, Cabinet Member for a Connected, Clean City at Newcastle City Council, adds: "As a city, we are continuing to make great strides towards becoming net zero by 2030 but we know there is a lot of work still to be done. We remain committed to working with partners to deliver projects like this which enhance residents’ lives and create a cleaner, greener and healthier future for everyone." https://lnkd.in/eQaZMshh #towerblock #energyefficiency #netzero #partnership #housingassociation #council #energytargets #externalwallinsulation #exhaustheatpumps #newwindows #decarbonisation #energyconsumption

A long-awaited green buildings strategy announced this week by the feds contains $800 million for retrofits in low-income households. But Mitchell Beer reports the plan contains no mandatory regulations or new public investments to bring emissions from the country’s more than 16 million homes, 564,000 commercial and institutional buildings, and 34,000 federal properties to net-zero. And it doesn't mention the role of "natural" gas in heating homes. #cdnpoli #netzero #naturalgas #fossilfuels #climatechange

🌍 Happy Earth Day 🌍 Did you know that the main source of emissions from residential buildings is the use of natural gas for heating and cooking? Residential Buildings contribute 20% of the total UK emissions 2nd only to domestic transport (29%) Emissions from residential buildings are estimated to have been 51.7 MtCO2e in 2023, a decrease of 7.2% (4.0 MtCO2e) on 2022. We're moving in the right direction although more needs to be done to decarbonise the way we heat our homes! Kensa Contracting can support Social Housing and New Build in decarbonising heating and hot water through Networked Ground Source Heat Pumps. Some great examples of this can be found at https://lnkd.in/eFNbnD_8. #earthday #netzero #renewableenergy #CleanFuture

Curious about decarbonizing home heating in the coldest U.S. regions? Join this webinar to explore solutions for extreme winters without straining budgets. The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) presents Decarbonizing Residential Space Heating in Cold Climates on April 18th. https://lnkd.in/gJG64Ygr #decarbonization #cleanenergy #homeheating

According to the UK Government's Heat Networks Market Overview, heat networks are expected to supply up to 20% of the UK’s heating demand by 2050, making them a cornerstone of the country’s strategy to achieve Net Zero emissions. ♻️🔥 https://lnkd.in/dhvt9RcS Despite their potential, the industry faces significant challenges, particularly the high upfront costs of infrastructure development. The construction of insulated pipe networks and centralised energy systems requires substantial investment, which can deter widespread adoption. To overcome these barriers, the sector requires strong government support, including: ✔️ Financial incentives and grants. ✔️ Funding for scalable projects. ✔️ Clear policy frameworks to encourage private and public sector investment. By addressing these hurdles, the UK can unlock the full potential of District Heating Networks, creating greener, more efficient urban environments while meeting its ambitious sustainability targets. #DistrictHeating #HeatNetworks #SustainableHeating #NetZero2050 #GreenEnergySolutions #EnergyEfficiency #LowCarbonFuture #UrbanSustainability #InfrastructureInnovation #ClimateAction #RenewableEnergy #BuildingSustainability #UKConstruction #FutureOfHeating #SustainableDevelopment #GovernmentSupport #EnergyTransition #HeatNetworkDesign #SmartEnergySolutions

District heating is a proven, efficient, and cost-effective way to reduce carbon emissions from buildings and industries.

🗞️ ⚡ Article Insight: Gas Heating Ban⚡🗞️ ⚡ In a move to boost energy efficiency and cut emissions, the UK government plans to phase out gas heating systems in new homes by 2027! Builders will be required to build in compliance with the 'future homes standard' to improve energy efficiency. 📋 This regulation aims to revolutionize the housing sector and unlock benefits for homeowners and the planet, driving savings and reducing carbon emissions. This initiative is aiming to cut carbon emissions from homes by 75-80%. 🗣️ As the housing sector undergoes this green transformation, how can policymakers balance innovation, affordability, and consumer benefits to ensure widespread adoption? 🔗 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eMmcgu5S #sustainabilityupdate #kantaradvisorypartners #articleinsight #cleanenergy