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Canada Green Building Council
FOCUS
ISSUE 3, SPRING 2012, Greater Toronto Chapter, CaGBC Regional Publication /
SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE & BUILDING MAGAZINE
Royal Botanical
Gardens Atrium
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An agent of change for the
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Local News + Events + Green Homes Checklist!
A
s we welcome spring, we are pleased to share with
you this third Toronto FOCUS supplement in partnership
with SABMag. This year promises to be an inspirational one and this issue highlights upcoming exciting and
unique events, projects, initiatives and technologies of
the green building industry. The enclosed articles and
features help us to understand the intricate and crucial
connection of sustainable buildings to the environment,
the economy, our well-being, and our communities.
This year, the Greater Toronto Chapter of the CaGBC is
planning to extensively recognize, thank, and celebrate
the numerous contributions of green buildings to the City
of Toronto and Southern Ontario. We sincerely hope you
join us at our Spring Open event at the end of April as
we launch this year’s Green Doors Open in collaboration
with the Clean Air Partnership, as well as our “Thank You”
Campaign.
We are also looking forward to the CaGBC’s National
Conference and Expo which will be taking place in Toronto
in June. The theme of the conference is Beyond Buildings:
The Green City which will bring together leading practitioners and decision-makers to generate meaningful discussions on how to make green cities a reality.
With so many things to look forward to and to take
action on, we hope that you will join Greater Toronto
Chapter members at our many and diverse networking
events, tours, and education initiatives. We also want to
thank you for your continuous support and participation.
Message from
the Greater
Toronto Chapter
of the CaGBC
Thank you as well to our Marketing and Communications
Committee for their assistance with this issue as well
as the efforts of our volunteers, members, partners and
friends in developing and providing some of the content,
and of course our sponsors and advertisers who have
helped make this publication happen.
Please continue to share with us your projects, lessons,
and successes as we strive to showcase the many inspiring
stories of the green building sector. We hope you enjoy this
Toronto FOCUS Publication and we look forward to seeing
you soon!
The Greater Toronto Chapter Team
Shawn Vanderheyden
Manager of Sustainable
Construction
PCL Constructors Canada inc.
Chair, Greater Toronto Chapter
Canada Green Building Council
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Green
Photo: Emma McIntyre
The
Grind
The Green Grind, a café on College Street with an
environmentally conscious mission, opened in 2009 and is LEED
Canada for Commercial Interiors Gold certified. The Greater
Toronto Chapter’s Chair Shawn Vanderheyden visited the café
to present owner Becky Dooley with their LEED plaque and to
thank her for her commitment to green buildings. We asked
Becky a few questions to find out why it was important for her
midsize business to certify. Here’s what she had to say….
Photo: Emma McIntyre
We see institutions and large commercial buildings obtain LEED
certification but rarely see small to midsize businesses seek
certification. What was the top reason for this initiative for The Green
Grind? Being as environmentally friendly as possible is at the core of The
Green Grind philosophy. In order to stand out as genuine and trustworthy I
felt it was necessary to ensure to my customers that my claims of being an
environmentally friendly business are verified. Using a third-party certification system does that. Just as I buy certified organic and fair trade coffees
and teas, I wanted the space to have that seal of approval as well.
What sustainable strategies has the café implemented? All take away
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and cups are used in the store to cut down waste, while all paper products
are 100% recycled paper. Coffees, teas and juices, dairy, and baked goods
are fair trade, organic, or locally sourced. There are many other proven interior design and fixture strategies that supported the many LEED credits
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What challenges does the café face in relation to practicing sustainability? The biggest challenge we face is higher cost. Construction and
getting LEED came with increased capital cost. Ongoing operating costs are
also higher. All of my inputs [organic baked goods, organic coffee, organic
milk] are twice as expensive as conventional ingredients, and there is a
ceiling to how much people will pay, which means smaller margins but it’s
something that I believe in. It was worth it in the end.
What advice would you give to someone who is planning to seek
LEED certification for their midsize business? Educate your customers
on what green building is and why certification matters. Customers need to
know what was done and why in order for it to be a competitive advantage.
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The Enwave Theatre was originally constructed in 1926 as an ice house
where large blocks of ice intended for freight and cold storage were stored.
The development of the theatre began in 1986, when the space was repurposed into a versatile 416-seat performance venue.
The theatre’s unique design features include a sleek, three-story glass
evelope that surrounds the entire north, east and west sides of the facility,
Harbourfront Centre is prepared to shine
providing acoustic insulation, additional lobby space, and an aesthetic external finish that preserves the integrity of this historical building.
Part of the glass envelope of the Enwave Theatre incorporates
building–integrated photovoltaic [BPIV] technology capable of
generating renewable energy.
The glass envelope surrounding the Enwave Theatre recently reached the
end of its lifetime and required replacement. Building-integrated photovoltaic
[BIPV] technology, which involves embedding solar cells within two panes of
This spring, the Harbourfront Centre will launch what will
prove to be a jewel in Ontario’s green building landscape.
The Centre’s newly renovated Enwave Theatre will be a
world-first in how it designs a major sustainability project
in collaboration with a contemporary artist.
glass, was incorporated into the solution, making a section of the new glass
envelope capable of generating renewable energy.
The envelope, which combines BIPV
and state-of-the-art heat-mirror
technology with glass art, is the first
of its kind in the world.
A series of artistic images and a collection of 360 photographs, compellingly documenting the history of Lake Ontario, were permanently embedded into
the glass envelope which now generates electricity during daylight hours and
is soon to be back-lit with programmable, colour-changing LED lights at night.
The artistic elements were created overseas with airbrushed, fired enamels
sandblasted on architectural glass. The photographic image gallery visible
from within the building uses screen-printed photographs and dichroic glass.
This retrofit is generating a significant reduction in the building’s energy consumption, carbon production and cost of operation. In addition, the extreme
heat gains and thermal transfer that were characteristic of the envelope’s performance have been dramatically reduced. The transformation of the Enwave
Theatre provides a stunning example of how technology, a commitment to
environmental sustainability and artistic creativity can be beautifully matched.
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Race to Reduce
Office building landlords and tenants
team up to save energy
Office building landlords and tenants across the Toronto region are pledging publicly to work together to reduce their buildings’ energy use through a
unique friendly competition called the Race to Reduce.
Launched in May, 2011 by CivicAction’s Greening Greater Toronto, the Race
to Reduce has a collective goal of reducing the total energy use in participating buildings by at least 10% over four years.
The Race is open to office buildings of all types, sizes and ages throughout
the region whose landlords and tenants are looking to save money and energy
and be more competitive. The Race to Reduce also includes an annual awards
component to recognize outstanding participation and engagement, innova-
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What measures are being taken?
Currently, over 25% of the Toronto region’s
office space has entered the Race from over
120 buildings, representing 52.5 million square
feet of office space. With the collective 10%
reduction goal, participants could save over
30,000 tonnes of carbon emissions, equating
to taking nearly 22,000 cars off the road.
Participants will also see a collective savings
of over $21 million in energy costs over four
years, and $10.5 million annually in perpetuity.
With office buildings accounting for close to 20% of the region’s carbon
emissions and 37% of its electricity consumption, the Race to Reduce is a tremendous opportunity for office buildings to implement environmentally sustainable practices in day-to-day operations to reduce carbon emissions and
improve air quality in the region.
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Royal Botanical Gardens Atrium
Solar heating is actively and passively managed through a combination of
motorized and fixed shading devices. The building makes use of an advanced
lighting control system, including multi-level switching and dimming, occupancy and daylight sensors, and exterior lighting controlled by photocells.
Visitors to the RBG will have the opportunity to experience how the project
has achieved a 40% reduction in municipal water usage, and how its energy
Balance of plant and human
comfort delivers perennial
energy savings
consumption is approximately 63% less than comparable facilities. A model of
innovation and efficiency, visitors will be challenged to look at the relationship
between nature, humans, and building systems in a different light.
Michael Hunter, a partner at MCW Consultants Ltd., commented that, “It was
a challenge to balance the environmental needs of the plants together with
maintaining acceptable comfort conditions for the visiting public. Temperature
and humidity levels had to be carefully controlled all year round in order to
keep the required environmental conditions in balance.”
Hunter explains, “The living wall assisted this process by providing humidity
control in winter and by naturally filtering the air all year round. This enabled
us to reduce the amount of fresh air being introduced by the mechanical ven1
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For the Royal Botanical Gardens [RBG] in Burlington,
Ontario, ‘being green’ comes naturally. Renowned as a living,
interactive museum filled with organic wonders and designated as a Natural Historic Site of Canada, it is situated among
1,100 hectares of breathtaking gardens and spectacular nature
sanctuaries.
tilation system which lowers the building energy consumption.”
Environmental Control System
The addition of the new three-level, barrier-free Camilla and Peter Dalglish
Natural light streams through the operable sunshades down
3 the Living Wall. Local companies Hillsdale Structures
onto
handled the steel erection, and Crescent Cabinets did the
interior millwork. Sloan [Dobbin Sales] supplied low-flow
bathroom fixtures.- Photo: Tom Arban
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Return air through living wall
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Grey water supply
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Automatic solar shades
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Radiant floor slab
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Rain water to harvesting system
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Displacement ventilation
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Atrium at the RBG, introduces a variety of functionally-aesthetic, innovative, and sustainable initiatives. Designed by Diamond Schmitt Architects
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and opened in 2009, it has subsequently achieved Leadership in Energy and
Dec 21
Environmental Design [LEED] Gold Certification.
The picturesque and purposeful biofilter living wall creates a natural air purification system using rainwater captured from the roof, which also aids in
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supplying irrigation needs and water closets.
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and daylight sensors allow for natural
light to take over during the day, while controlling the light
used at night.
cells.
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The exterior lighting
- Photo credit: Tom Arban
is controlled by photo-
The facility is conditioned by a variable air volume displacement ventilation
system with air-side heat recovery and hydronic in-slab heating. This highly
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energy-efficient HVAC system allows the temperature to stratify in the space
Client Royal Botanical Gardens - Architect Diamond Schmitt
Architects - Structural Engineer Halcrow Yolles - Mechanical
& electrical Engineers MCW Consultants Ltd. - project manager
MHPM Project Managers - construction manager Ira McDonald
Construction Ltd. - Landscape Architect du Toit Allsopp Hillier
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while strictly maintaining thermal comfort conditions in the occupied areas.
Fully-retractable glazed walls and a glazed roof soften the distinction
between the interior and exterior, encouraging visitors to interact with and
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experience nature in a setting that elicits panoramic views of the botanical
gardens and the Niagara Escarpment.
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Green Profile
Green retrofits
By Bryce Conacher
Knowing what to throw away and knowing what to keep
I’m pretty sure Kenny Rogers isn’t thinking about green building
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enough to hold onto?
One thing is certain: existing buildings need to be improved. Even if we
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energy, the building sector would still be stuck with 98.5% of the problem as
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LEED Canada for
Existing Buildings
by Mark Bessoudo
An Agent of Change for Toronto’s Existing Building Stock
The LEED Canada rating system has transformed the way buildings are de-
LEED-EBOM promotes tenant engagement in two ways: directly, through
signed and built. The popularity of LEED Canada for New Construction [LEED-
the commonly-pursued “Education Credit” [under the Innovation in Operations
NC] has soared, pushing the market to increasingly expect new buildings to
category] which actively engages occupants to understand their role in im-
be green.
proving the performance of the building, and, more importantly, by helping
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landlords understand that achieving deep performance improvements reBut, since LEED initially focused on new buildings, two critical questions
quires the cooperation of building occupants.
remained: How well do these new buildings actually perform? And how can
we improve and benchmark the environmental performance of the existing
building stock?
A successful tenant engagement program can be a win-win: occupants
who are more engaged help property managers achieve their building performance targets, and better buildings often are critical to tenant organizations
This is where LEED Canada for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance
meeting their own corporate social responsibility targets. Through tenant en-
[LEED-EBOM] comes into play. LEED-EBOM rewards buildings for demonstrat-
gagement we have found that building occupants share best practices with
ing actual performance, not modelled or predicted performance. Buildings
their neighbours, inspire each other to improve performance continuously, and
must re-certify at least every five years, encouraging property managers to
see landlords as partners in their success. This can lead to a virtuous cycle of
monitor their building’s performance and set targets to continuously improve.
improvement within the building.
The success of LEED-EBOM has had tremendous impact on the green build-
Using an accepted process for evaluating and comparing building energy
ing industry, particularly in Toronto. While new high-profile LEED-certified
performance simplifies benchmarking and managing for efficiency. This creates
office towers have sprung up in Toronto’s financial district, most of the area’s
the opportunity for energy efficiency to more directly influence marketability,
existing flagship buildings– including the Sun Life Centre, Royal Bank Plaza, TD
thereby rewarding those landlords with the best management practices.
LEED-EBOM encourages
tenant engagement and
the acceptance of universal
energy performance metrics.
Centre, First Canadian Place, and Commerce Court – have been busy improving their environmental performance and have either achieved or are pursuing
LEED-EBOM certification.
LEED-EBOM uses the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, an online tool
for benchmarking a building’s energy performance. A Canadian version of
ENERGY STAR for Buildings will be introduced in 2013. These are voluntary;
LEED-EBOM now accounts for one-third of the GTA’s LEED-certified space.
however, there is a trend in the US, Australia, and Europe to require build-
Within the City of Toronto, the square footage of LEED-EBOM certification
ing owners to disclose energy performance in both lease and purchase/sale
surpassed LEED-NC certification [on a cumulative basis] for the first time in
agreements.
2010, a trend that continued into 2011.
Clearly, LEED-EBOM is levelling the playing field. Property managers of ex-
LEED-EBOM rewards buildings
for demonstrating actual
performance, not modelled or
predicted performance.
New Opportunities for Improving Performance
of Existing Buildings
isting buildings now have a way of demonstrating to tenants that their building can perform as well as, if not better than, the new LEED-certified building
down the street.
The most exciting possibilities emerging from the success of LEED-EBOM
More importantly, LEED-EBOM has been instrumental in improving the
include: tenant engagement and the acceptance of universal energy perfor-
performance of Toronto’s existing building stock, including some of its most
mance metrics.
prominent properties. It is also being used as a catalyst for change: instead
of improving performance on an ad hoc basis, LEED-EBOM has provided a
common framework to continuously improve performance for years to come.
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Mark Bessoudo, M.A.Sc., P.Eng., LEED AP
Green Planning & Design
Halsall Associates
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Enbridge Jumps on Board as DCL Plans to Build an
Environmentally & Economically Sustainable healthcare facility
When Toronto-based developer DCL Equity Partners set
out to build Canada’s first sustainable healthcare facility,
Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. was one of the first partners
to come on board.
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charrette, the energy model used generated results 60% better than
the current Ontario building code requirements. These results are
consistent with BREEAM standards – one of the most widely recognized measures of a building’s performance. The Stouffville Medical
Centre will be the first project in Canada to be certified under the
The goal of DCL’s Stouffville Medical Centre project is to design,
BREEAM assessment method.
engineer and build an environmentally-friendly medical building that
embraces the kind of green features that can contribute to health and
wellbeing, and yet is also economically viable.
In addition to helping cover the cost of the design charrette,
Enbridge’s Savings by Design program also offers financial incentives
to help builders implement equipment and approaches identified
With Enbridge’s long-standing commitment to energy conservation
during the design process. That’s good news for DCL as they begin
and their new Savings by Design program – created to help commer-
the construction stage of the Stouffville Medical Centre this summer.
cial builders develop high performance buildings – it was a natural fit.
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“The key to maximizing energy efficiencies and cost savings is to start
“Enbridge is very excited to be involved with this project, ” says
with the design phase,” says Shannon Bertuzzi, Portfolio Manager at
Mary Harinck. “We’re confident that it will demonstrate the value of
Enbridge. “That’s why we created Savings by Design.”
investing in sustainable energy solutions upfront.”
The DCL Stouffville Medical Centre is one of the first projects to participate in Enbridge’s new program, which offers support and financial
DCL’s design charrette brought together experts in design,
engineering, energy and healthcare.
incentives during the design, construction and commissioning stages
of new commercial buildings.
The design stage begins with an integrated design charrette.
Enbridge was one of the main sponsors of DCL’s Design Charrette
and Workshop for the Stouffville Medical Centre, which was held on
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January 25. The charrette brought together experts in design, engineering, renewable energy and energy efficiency, along with some of
Ontario’s senior healthcare executives, to identify the optimal mix of
smart building design elements, green materials and processes, and
advanced technologies.
“An integral part of the design process is energy modelling,” says
Mary Harinck, Program Manager at Enbridge. “It’s used to estimate
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Photo: Waterfront Toronto
The Water Issue
Good Water Management
The Sherbourne Common project on Toronto’s water-
Though not typically seen as a Canadian issue, water access and management has become a serious challenge for
many countries around the world. Consequently, we’ve been forced to look at our own water consumption and
conservation practices. So where do we stand?
front is a first of its kind in Canada. It has successfully
transformed an industrial area into a green space by integrating a stormwater treatment facility in its design at a
neighbourhood scale. | Nina Dusaer – Urban Environment
Manager, Outreach Intern for CaGBC-GTC
Studies say that Canada ranks 5th in total renewable freshwater supply1 – with 40x China’s supply per capita2. Even so,
60% of our gross domestic product depends on the availabil-
Urban Water Solutions
ity of safe, reliable water supplies and the sourcing, cleaning,
distribution, heating, and disposal of water has a significant
environmental impact3. So it’s no surprise that water has
been climbing higher on Canada’s sustainability agenda.
Water valuation is quantified by evaluating its use as “blue, “green,”
“grey”, or “black” water consumption. Blue is the water in freshwater
lakes, rivers and aquifers. All of Toronto’s drinking water comes from
Water Efficient Irrigation
Lake Ontario. [4] http://www.toronto.ca/water/supply/index.htm.
For this issue, we scanned the Canadian marketplace for
some initiatives and technologies that are bringing water to
centre stage. To read more about any of the below issues
and for additional resources, visit our website http://tiny.cc/
TheWaterIssue
Green refers to water consumed in landscaping and architectural
Despite all the focus on water and energy efficiency in the last number of
The 2012 Canadian Water Summit: ‘Water-Food-Energy
design. Toronto’s City Hall now houses a green roof, as a demonstra-
years, it is still the case that many building owners and managers have no idea
Nexus: Strategies for Competitiveness’ links Canadian water
tion of the City’s Green Roof Bylaw. [5]
what portion of the water bill is attributed to landscape irrigation. Outdoor
leaders with opportunities to drive competitiveness through
Grey is recycled shower, dishwasher or laundry water suitable for
water is not metered. | Mara Del Bianco- LEED AP, SMART Watering Systems
Inc., Director for CaGBC-GTC
innovation and smart water management – Join us on June
toilets and irrigation. Evergreen Brick Works decorated its 5,000grey water use.
28 at TELUS Spark, the new Science Centre in Calgary,
Alberta. | Izabela Popova - Sustainability Consultant, Manager
Canadian Water Summit
gallon cisterns which collect rainwater to be used for irrigation and
[1] http://www.worldwater.org/datav7/data_table_1_total_renewable_freshwater_supply_by_country.pdf | [2] https://www.deloitte.com/assets/
Dcom-Global/Local%20Assets/Documents/Energy_Resources/dttl_er_
WaterTight2012.pdf | [3] http://canadiangeographic.com/atlas/themes.as
px?id=watershedawareness&lang=En
Water Event
of the
[6] http://violetsky-sightlines.blogspot.com/2011/08/urban-wild-
life-design.html.
Black is waste water from sewage or other processes that requires
treatment. Ashbridges Bay Water Treatment plant is one of four in
Toronto. The City’s sewer system stretches for about 9,000 km.
[7]
http://www.toronto.ca/water/wastewater_treatment/treatment_plants/index.htm
Photo: Rajiv Oberoi
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Stormwater Management and Design Guide
Residential Greywater Reuse
Practiced in rural Ontario for over a hundred years, rainwater harvesting
Sustainable water use is a City of Guelph prior-
refers to the interception, conveyance and storing of rainwater for future
ity. Together with the University of Guelph, Evolve
The RBC Blue Water Project is 10-year global commitment
use. Read more about rainwater harvesting in the Low Impact Development
Builders Group, Fusion Homes and Reid’s Heritage
to help protect the world’s most precious natural resource
Stormwater Management and Design Guide, developed by the TRCA and CVC.
Veronique Dryden- Planner for the Regional Municipality of Peel
Homes, this groundwater-dependent city is pilot-
Protecting Water
– fresh water. Since 2007, RBC has granted $32 million to
ing innovative residential greywater reuse technologies. | Wayne Galliher- Water Conservation Project
Manager for the City of Guelph
over 450 organizations worldwide that protect watersheds
or ensure access to clean drinking water. | Chris Ouellette Senior Manager, Sustainable Business for RBC Royal Bank of
Canada, Director and Treasurer for CaGBC-GTC
Water Policy
The Blue Economy Initiative sees a competitive advantage and
prosperous future for Canada as a global water stewardship leader.
The Walter & Duncan Gordon Foundation, Canadian Water Network
and RBC’s Blue Water Project are connecting water’s hidden value
with economic opportunities.
Lois Corbett - Blue Economy Initiative Program Director and Tim
Morris Manager, Gordon Foundation Fresh Water Program Manager
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portfolio of class ‘A’, high performance, occupant-friendly commercial space.
The tower is characterized by features such as state-of-the-art daylight harvesting systems, bomb-blast resistant design, operable windows and an under-floor air distribution system, all of which are integrated into a building that
uses 43% less energy and 44% less water.
The planned goal to divert 75% of construction waste from landfill was exceeded by PCL’s sustainable construction processes which produced an 89%
landfill diversion rate, recycling waste for secondary uses such as road bedding,
plant mulch and waste-to-energy conversion. LEED Silver was originally the
target for such a large project but PCL delivered LEED Gold Certification on
schedule and at no additional cost. The abundance of daylight and accessibility to views, along with operable windows for fresh air and temperature
control, are a few of the strategies that ensure building users remain comfortable, healthy, productive and safe inside this building. The RBC Centre has
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Green Home
Checklist
General
If it is a newly constructed home, look for recognized green
building labels like LEED® Canada for Homes, ENERGY
STAR, EnerGuide, GreenHouse Certified Construction or
✓
Buying a New Home?
What to look for when selecting
your new house.
Energy
Does it take advantage of any renewable energy technique?
Does the house make good use of natural light?
R-2000 to ensure the house was built to perform above
Are lighting fixtures energy-efficient and using compact
and beyond building code requirements.
fluorescent [CFL] or LED bulbs?
If buying an existing home, request an energy audit report
Are the included standard fixtures and appliances Energy
by a certified evaluator from the homeowner.
Star® compliant?
How big is the house? The best green homes have just
Does the house have high-performance windows that
enough space and no more!
prevent air leakage, eliminate moisture damage and provide
better insulation?
Location
and time!
Want to “green” your current house?
Try these solutions.
Conduct an energy audit to identify the
Install a Heat Recovery Ventilator and take
Look for high-efficiency furnace that will burn less fuel
best opportunities to save and improve your
advantage of fresher air inside the house
more efficiently, reducing both heating costs and GHG
energy efficiency
emissions.
Look for houses located in communities that offer many
amenities at your doorstep. You will save money, gas
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Sustainable Materials
Use a programmable thermostat to reduce
Insulate and air seal the attic, electric outlets,
energy costs when you are away or at night
pot lights, basement and crawl space. About
when you are sleeping
20% of energy costs come from heat loss in
those areas
selecting water-efficient plumbing products
Is the house located in close proximity to your place of
Are the materials used in construction or finishing of the
work? Can you walk to work? Is it near public transit? Is the
Install fireplace draft stoppers, attic door
house such as cabinets, floors and furniture made from re-
neighbourhood cyclist and pedestrian friendly?
covers and dryer vent seals that open only
newable resources? Do they have a high recycled content?
when your dryer is in use
Is the wood used in the house FSC certified?
Water
volume or dual-flush toilets?
Does the house have a tankless water heater solution?
Indoor Environmental Quality
Are the flooring, paint and other finishes non-toxic with low
volatile organic compounds [VOCs]?
Is waste water or run-off water harvested and reused for
non-potable uses? Is the outdoor environment landscaped
Is the house equipped with Heat Recovery Ventilators
to use irrigation water efficiently?
which help control the moisture and humidity in the air?
like faucets, shower heads and low-flow toilets
Choose natural or sustainable flooring
products like FSC-certified hardwood floors
Have the products been sourced locally?
Are plumbing fixtures water-efficient? Does it have low
Repair plumbing leaks and conserve water by
Upgrade your furnace to a 90% or higher
and non-off-gassing carpeting made from
efficiency model
sustainable materials
Install a tankless hot water heater
Consider buying green power from companies
such as Bullfrog Power
Keep doors and windows airtight by weather-stripping and caulking to avoid air leakage
Become energy independent by installing a
renewable energy system in your house such
Install thermal drapes to decrease heat ex-
as solar photovoltaic system or a domestic
change through windows
solar hot water system
Replace existing light fixtures and bulbs
Install an in-home energy display to display
with modern and energy-efficient compact
your energy usage
fluorescent [CFL] and LED bulbs
When renovating, use recycled materials such
Extras
Does it have a garden to provide some food supply?
Does it have a green roof?
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as Ecopaints and other low-VOC materials
timers, dimmers and motion sensors
Install a recycling centre in the kitchen
Install ENERGY STAR® appliances
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