RDH Building Science Inc. - Towards Net-Zero Schools Can net-zero energy schools be achieved at a reasonable cost? Yes, with the right approach. As with any net-zero project, understanding the science behind low-energy buildings can help guide the design process and ensure that project requirements are met. This session will focus on balancing requirements for…  Read more

HUB Cycling - Webinar: Not Just Bike Racks: End-of-Trip Cycling Amenities in Vancouver Real Estate Tenants are increasingly demanding high quality cycling end of trip facilities in residential and commercial properties, and cycling is the fastest growing mode of transportation in Vancouver. The availability, security and quality of cycling end of trip amenities in property…  Read more

RDH Building Science Inc. - Lessons from the North: How Building Science Can Meet Local Needs Building science principles are critical to designing functional, efficient, healthy and durable buildings. But before we get to the science, we need to understand the context. Using Kashechewan First Nation as a case-study, we will discuss the current state…  Read more

Light House Sustainable Building Centre - Deep Green Buildings Virtual World Tour: The Netherlands We will tour HAUT, a 21-storey residential building that will be one of the tallest timber tower in the world. The innovative wooden high-rise construction and the energy-generating facades make HAUT a prototype of innovative, sustainable construction. The ground floor features…  Read more

RDH Building Science Inc. - Myths of Insulating Old Masonry Buildings (Live Webcast) Across North America, old masonry buildings are being retrofitted to add insulation and improve thermal performance. A science-based risk assessment approach can provide project teams with clear guidance on different retrofit strategies. In this presentation, Randy Van Straaten will draw on field…  Read more

NBC Code Considerations in Fire Rated Glass Advances in new fire rated glazing and framing technology and performance have made it possible for architects to design clear and innovative spaces like never before. With fire and safety glazing codes changing dramatically over the last few years, there is much confusion on which products are appropriate…  Read more

NBC Code Considerations in Fire Rated Glass Advances in new fire rated glazing and framing technology and performance have made it possible for architects to design clear and innovative spaces like never before. With fire and safety glazing codes changing dramatically over the last few years, there is much confusion on which products are appropriate…  Read more

NBC Code Considerations in Fire Rated Glass Advances in new fire rated glazing and framing technology and performance have made it possible for architects to design clear and innovative spaces like never before. With fire and safety glazing codes changing dramatically over the last few years, there is much confusion on which products are appropriate…  Read more