Deep Carbon Reduction Retrofits of Commercial, Institutional, and Multi-Unit Residential Buildings

Decarbonization, electrification, and climate resilience are quickly becoming a common part of our lexicon as building owners across BC and the world start to take aggressive and urgent action to curb emissions from buildings. Existing buildings have posed a particular challenge when it comes to trying to retrofit low carbon solutions. This presentation will discuss some of the emerging regulations and certifications around carbon emissions from existing buildings as well as discussing retrofit pathways for achieving deep carbon reductions in Part 3 buildings, with a particular focus on energy efficiency and low carbon electrification. We'll also discuss several case studies from BC-based projects where retrofit solutions have led to significant reductions in building GHG emissions.

Brad White, P.Eng.
Preseident at SES Consulting

Presenter

Brad White, P.Eng.

Brad is a professional engineer with 15 years of experience in energy efficiency and smart building systems. He has demonstrated his passion for the sustainable use of energy throughout his studies and professional career and this continues to be a driving force in his work. Brad works closely with clients to integrate leading edge technologies and energy conservation strategies into existing buildings; these can include fault detection and analytics, renewable energy, and advanced controls. Brad is a contributing editor for AutomatedBuildings.com and the president of the BC Advanced Conservation & Efficiency Association.