Retrofit will be funded by a multi-million-dollar federal investment
The federal administration will be investing millions into the retrofit of a 59-unit townhouse complex in Edmonton to place it in line with energy-efficiency standards, as part of the Canadian government’s commitment to a clean energy economy.
Late last week, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources Amarjeet Sohi stated that a tranche of $2.5 million will be invested in the green-friendly revamp of the Sundance Housing Co-operative’s wood frame townhouse building.
The project is supported by Natural Resources Canada, via its Energy Innovation Program that funds initiatives related to green technology research, development, and deployment.
“The retrofit will focus on installing new, energy-efficient exterior wall panels, which will be designed and fabricated off-site by using digital imaging. The panels will be installed over the existing exterior walls, thus requiring no demolition and allowing the work to be done quickly and with less disruption to occupants,” the federal government announced.
Aside from providing the people of Edmonton with a highly energy-efficient place to live in, the project is intended to spur more panelized prefabricated deep energy retrofits across the continent.
“The transition to a clean energy economy requires collective action to make Canada’s buildings more energy-efficient. This project is an example of how the Government of Canada is collaborating closely with partners to develop innovative solutions that will benefit all Canadians, putting more money in their pockets while reducing pollution,” Sohi said.
