When it comes to sustainable building here in Manitoba, there are many myths floating around. Join to learn the facts around common myths.Energy efficiency and sustainable building enthusiasts, mark your calendars for the annual Building Resilience Gathering hosted by Sustainable Building Manitoba.
This year we're debunking myths.
April 10 & 17th will each have for 30 minute online presentations full of useful and inspiring information. That's right, 8 presentations total.
April 24th is an in person workshopping to shape sustainable building in Manitoba. Discuss plans, give feedback, spark sector-changing discussions.
Wednesday, April 10th 1:00-4:00PM - ONLINE PRESENTATIONS
🏢 Myth: We don’t have what it takes to retrofit all the buildings🗓️ Wednesday, April 10th - 1:00 PM📌 Delve into the ambitious goal of achieving net-zero emissions with Zach Rempel and Laura Cameron from the International Institute of Sustainable Development (IISD) as they shed light on effective Deep Energy Retrofit policies for Manitoba. Full Description & Speaker Bios
🔌 Myth: We are on track to decarbonize Manitoba with electricity alone🗓️ Wednesday, April 10th - 1:45 PM📌 Join Chris Hewitt from SMS Engineering and Bethany Daman from the Climate Action Team as they discuss the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to renewable energy sources in Manitoba. Full Description and Speaker Bios
🏠 Myth: A house needs to breathe to be healthy and extra insulation ruins that🗓️ Wednesday, April 10th - 2:30 PM📌 Grant Walkin from Litebox explores the importance of airtight building designs while maintaining indoor air quality. Learn how to achieve energy efficiency without compromising the health of your building. Full Description & Speaker Bios
🪟 Myth: All Windows Are Made Equal🗓️ Wednesday, April 10th - 3:15 PM📌 Discover the latest advancements in energy-efficient windows and doors with Al Dueck and Aynsley Dueck from Duxton Windows & Doors. Uncover the differences in window technologies and their impact on building performance. Full Description & Speaker Bios
Wednesday, April 17th 1:00-4:00PM - ONLINE PRESENTATIONS
🏗️ Myth: Building code energy efficiency tiers adoption requires a long timeline🗓️ 🗓️ Wednesday, April 17th - 1:00 PM📌 Robyn Wark from BC Hydro and Eton Harris from Harris Builders discuss strategies for accelerating Manitoba's journey to net-zero buildings. Full Description & Speaker Bios
☀️ Myth: Solar panels have no major role in Manitoba’s energy mix🗓️ Wednesday, April 17th - 1:45 PM📌 Daniel Hartley from Powertec Electric and Powertect Solar, along with Tye Noble from Noble Northern, review the state of solar panel installations in Manitoba and the challenges they face. Full Description & Speaker Bios
🏡 Myth: Home energy labelling lacks buy in🗓️ Wednesday, April 17th - 2:30 PM📌 Eric Timmins and Liza Skaria from the City of Calgary explore the value of energy labelling in driving sustainable practices in our built environment. Full Description & Speaker Bios
❄️ Myth: Air-source heat pumps don’t work in Manitoba🗓️ Wednesday, April 17th - 3:15 PM📌 Lindsay Robinson from Efficiency Manitoba busts the myth surrounding air-source heat pumps in cold climates. Learn about their viability for heating and cooling in Manitoba. Full Description & Speaker Bio
Wednesday, April 24th 1:00-4:00PM - IN PERSON WORKSHOPPING
Join us on April 24th at the Millennium Library in Winnipeg for an engaging in-person afternoon dedicated to shaping the future of sustainable building in Manitoba.
This session will foster collaborative discussion, allowing us to identify actionable steps towards a greener, more energy-efficient tomorrow.
In addition to brainstorming actionable plans for advancing sustainable building practices, provide feedback on market development projects like the Home Energy Maps and Retrofit Guides. Be part of sector-changing discussions as we collectively strategize, ensuring our efforts are impactful.
Admission is FREE, but registration is required. Don't miss this opportunity!
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