Hosted at Red Deer CollegeAPRIL 5th, 2019 8:00am – 5:00pm | Red Deer Alberta

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EVENT TIME Speakers Moderators

Breakfast 8:00 - 9:00 Registration

Welcoming Remarks

9:00 - 9:20Red Deer College Joel Ward, President

Melanie Ross, Integral

Affordable, Sustainable, & Accessible Housing Panel

9:20-10:10

The Trifecta of Housing Security Melanie Ross, Integral Group Darby Lee Young, Level Playing Field Elizabeth Huculak, Independent Strategic Consulting

Christina Michayluk, Footprint

Alternative Energy Lab Tour

10:10-11:00Alternative Energy Lab Tour and Exhibitor Showcase Networking Break

RDC Staff

Innovation in Materials, Techniques & Technologies and Standards Codes and Rating Systems

11:00-12:30

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Energy Efficiency & Zero Carbon Amit Varma, Braintoy

Structural Insulated Panels - Building a High Performance Envelope Reto Steiner, InGreen Systems

Cold Climate Off-Electric-Grid MicroCHP Feasibility Tyler Willson, SAIT

Digitizing the Home Buying Experience Doug Ord, REinVR

Lisa Fox, Regional Director CaGBC - Alberta

Lunch & Networking with Program Partners

12:30-1:15Exhibitor Showcase & Networking Lunch

Partner Presentations

1:15-:1:45Municipal Leadership in Energy Efficiency with Mayor Don Iveson, City of Edmonton

Jonathan Lay, Genstar

Energy Efficiency, LEED for Homes, & Zero Carbon

1:45-3:00

Net Zero Ready Homes Haitao Yu, Landmark Homes

Affordability of Solar and Green Homes David Kelly, SkyFire Energy Brookfield’s

Symons Gate Passive Haus Dean Guidolin, Brookfield Residential

Trish Bolen, ACI Architects

Networking Break 3:00–3:30 Exhibitor Showcase & Health Break

Municipal Leadership Panel

3:30-4:30Municipal Leadership in Energy Efficiency Robyn Webb, City of Edmonton Cathy Heron, Mayor of St. Albert

Melanie Ross, Integral

Closing Remarks 4:30 - 4:45 Closing RemarksMelanie Ross, Integral

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Welcome on behalf of the Alberta Chapter Leadership Board

This Summit is an excellent opportunity to showcase the amazing work of Alberta’s green building industry leaders. The Program Committee has done a fantastic job at helping to curate a program that will shine a light on some of the critical discussions we face as an industry in greening our residential buildings.

Our Green Homes Summit is a celebration of the work we do in advancing sustainability at the community scale. It is the leadership of our communities that is really driving the case for green buildings, and your participation today really demonstrates the breadth of industry engagement and support that is needed to support these communities.

We are thrilled to be hosting this Summit in collaboration with Red Deer College, Red Deer Construction Association, Rethink Red Deer, and the Canadian Home Builders Association - Central Region.

We also want to recognize the amazing support of our Chapter Sponsors, and recognize Jayman Homes and the Alberta Real Estate Foundation for helping us to showcase leadership and green building solutions for Alberta’s communities at this event.

On behalf of the Chapter Leadership Board, we want to thank you for participating today and invite you to actively engage in the discussions on how we can move our industry forward, and how we, as your “voice of the green building sector” can advocate for your successes.

Melanie Ross, Chair Alberta Chapter Canada Green Building Council

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Welcoming Remarks

Joel Ward, President and CEO of Red Deer College

Joel Ward has worked in post-secondary education for over 25 years in Canada in various roles including Professor, Associate Dean, Vice President Academic, and President at two comprehensive community institutions. Joel has extensive experience in college and community leadership, teaching and learning, and program development. He has lectured extensively on Management Information Systems, Mobile Computing and Electronic Commerce both nationally and internationally in China and Pakistan.

During his time at RDC, and despite funding challenges, the College experienced unprecedented growth in facilities and new programs,

culminating in the announcement by the Premier of Alberta, RDC’s transition to University status. RDC opened a downtown business school in 2013, and an event centre in 2014 supporting the city of Red Deer’s downtown redevelopment plan.

In 2018 RDC opened three new facilities including the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre which celebrates health, wellness and sport, a new residence which has three sides constructed with photovoltaic solar panels and an Alternate Energy Lab, supporting development and research of new technologies supporting RDC’s green energy master plan. New programming in the creative arts, health care, technology and science and humanities positions RDC for continued growth in applied and work integrated learning.

Joel currently serves on the Business Advisory Council of the Edmonton International Airport, is the Chair of Campus Alberta Central and is the former representative for Alberta and the Northwest Territories on the Board of Directors of Colleges Institutes Canada (CICan) and is a Director on the Board of the Canadian Forces Liaison Council of Alberta. In preparation for the 2019 Canada Winter Games and RDC’s role as the Athletes’ Village and venue for five sporting events, Joel sits on the 2019 CWG Host Society Board of Directors.

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Affordable, Sustainable, & Accessible Housing Panel

The Trifecta of Housing Security

Abstract: When builders have the goal of constructing affordable homes, rarely do they consider how

they can achieve both universal accessibility and high-performance energy standards in homes that satisfy the client’s needs now and in the future. Rather, they usually follow the status quo of assuming sustainability and accessibility cannot be achieved in affordable housing because these features come with high upfront costs. This session will explore the need for affordable housing that is both sustainable and accessible, and will explain how this can be achieved by illustrating the various designs, materials, construction methods, and technologies that can be used to simultaneously enhance homes’ and communities’ sustainability, accessibility, and affordability. The more builders and researchers from the fields of affordability, sustainability, and accessibility collaborate and innovate, the more methods and practices regarding the implementation of sustainable and accessible practices will emerge.

Elizabeth Huculak, Independent Strategic Consulting

Elizabeth has over 10 years in senior leadership and executive management positions in dynamic, results-oriented organizations. Her experience and expertise in governmental, not-for-profit and entrepreneurial organizations in finance, housing, construction and real estate development, and clean energy development and deployment serves as a platform to inform her current work with Attainable Homes Calgary Corporation. Elizabeth has held a variety of positions with leading companies and non-profits such as Decentralised Energy Canada, well-known residential developers, and spent 15 years of her early career with the CMHC.

Darby Lee Young, Principal & Level Playing Field

Darby Lee Young is a former para-alpine ski racer, who was born with mild cerebral palsy and a passion for removing barriers. She created Level Playing Field (LPF) in November 2015 to mitigate the barriers she and her team face every day. Darby has over a decade of experience working as an accessibility strategist. She is an expert in universal design, has a deep understanding of building codes and drawings, and has contributed to the success of removing barriers at a municipal level, provincial level and across North America. Darby co-chaired the City of Calgary’s Advisory Committee on Accessibility and has represented the City of Calgary at the International Summit on Accessibility. Darby also serves on the Premier’s Council on the Status of Persons with Disabilities.

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The Trifecta of Housing Security (Continued)

Melanie Ross, Associate, Sustainability, Integral Group

Leading the sustainable building team at Integral Group, Melanie supports a wide range of projects ranging from LEED, WELL, FitWel and other third party certifications to energy management and existing building performance, while managing a growing portfolio in sustainability planning and policy development. Her work as a CaGBC Review Team and Materials TAG member and Education Faculty member gives her further insight into the strategic and technical nuances of LEED projects. Melanie was appointed to the WELL Building Standard teaching faculty as well as to the CaGBC WELL Taskforce, working to identify the challenges for Canadian market adoption of the standard. She serves as Chair of the CaGBC Alberta Chapter Leadership Board and as Director on the Attainable Homes Calgary Corporation board.

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Innovation in Materials, Techniques & Technologies Standards Codes and Rating Systems

The use of Artificial Intelligence in Energy Efficiency & Zero Carbon

Amit Varma, Braintoy

Abstract: Distributed Energy Resources are disrupting the Alberta power system. Such prosumers of power are demanding to choose the type of energy they consume but are limited by a system that commoditizes the true value of their energy assets. Braintoy is focused on solving this problem for Albertans by using a multivariate optimization algorithm.

Biography: Amit Varma is a technology entrepreneur with 20+ years

in banking, ITeS, and heavy industries. He is the CEO of Braintoy, an AI for real-time load prediction of utilities. Past startup experience includes founding VEERUM, a digital industrial IoT company focused on heavy industrial construction and awarded the Most Disruptive Technology by Tecterra [2018]. He has a master’s degree in management science from the Devi Ahilya Vishwavidhyalaya and is an alum of the Indian School of Business and the Kellogg School of Management.

Structural Insulated Panels - Building a High Performance Envelope

Reto Steiner, InGreen Systems

Abstract: With increasing energy costs, and building codes demanding

higher efficiency buildings; a high-performance building envelope is the foundation that all other heating/cooling energy load systems require to reach maximum efficiencies. Buildings impact both the environment and the people within them. Structural Insulated Panels (SIP’s) offer extremely high performance, which is necessary for a net-zero energy building. Almost every SIPS is net-zero ready by its nature. When you build with SIPs a building will go up faster and will be warmer, tighter, stronger, quieter and more cost-effective than conventional construction. These panels are used as an alternative to traditional stick frame building.

A tighter building envelope means an energy efficient building; it forms a well-ventilated solid thermal envelope that offers occupants a healthier indoor air environment. Regulating air quality becomes easier and leads to less energy use in heating and cooling the structure

Biography: Reto Steiner has a Master’s degree in Architecture, an MBA and a BSC in Construction Engineering. With over 26 years in the development industry Reto is the CEO of InGreen Systems.

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Cold Climate Off-Electric-Grid MicroCHP Feasibility

Tyler Willson, SAIT ARIS

Abstract: The goal of the project is to monitor the mCHP and solar PV-

driven mechanical system, and produce solid data and insights with which to evaluate the performance of the innovative product in the Alberta climate across four seasons. Research and analysis of this kind has not been done on mCHP-based mechanical systems where there is no electrical grid connection or similar mechanical operation and equipment (residential or commercial).

Biography: Tyler Willson, Principal Investigator, Smart Building Management at SAIT’s Applied Research and Innovation Services (ARIS) department, Green Building Technology (GBT) team. Tyler works to develop and execute innovative applied research and service activities related to smart building and clean technology performance monitoring and data management.

Digitizing the Home Buying Experience

Doug Ord, REinVR

Abstract: Learn how an Alberta start-up, REinVR, is transforming how

real estate developers are marketing and selling their projects by using the latest in AI, VR and video game technologies.

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REINVR. 15+ Years in Game Engine Programming. 1.5 Years with REINVR building virtual real estate and helping those save time and money while selling and buying property.

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Energy Efficiency, LEED for Homes, & Zero Carbon

Net Zero Ready Homes

Dr. Haitao Yu, Landmark Group

Abstract: In December 2016, the Canadian federal government released the

Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. Among other measures, the Pan-Canadian Framework calls for improving the energy efficiency of new construction through the development and adoption of increasingly stringent model building codes, starting in 2020, with the goal that provinces and territories adopt a ‘net zero energy ready (NZEr) building code by 2030. Similarly, federal, provincial and territorial governments will work to develop a model code for existing buildings by 2022 for its subsequent adoption by authorities having jurisdiction. Supported by Alberta’s Clean Technology Development Program, Landmark Homes is going to construction two NZEr show homes and 12 NZEr town homes in Edmonton to demonstrate an affordable solution for homes in different types to achieve NZER performance.

Biography: Dr. Haitao Yu obtained his Ph.D. degree in Construction Engineering and Management from the University of Alberta in 2010 and then joint Landmark Group to lead its R&D department. As a champion of Landmark’s NetZero Energy Roadmap, he actively engaged in the design and construction of 26 NetZero Energy homes, over 50 NetZero Energy Ready homes and more than 200 high energy efficient solar homes. Dr. Yu now sits on the Technical Committee of CHBA Net Zero Home Labelling Program.

Affordability of Solar and Green Homes

David Kelly, SkyFire Energy

Abstract: The price of solar energy has steadily fallen so that an amortized

solar system cost is at or better than the cost of buying power from the grid in most cases. While there is still an upfront cost of investing in a solar system, there are financing options available through most banking institutions at historically low rates. Unlike most home improvements, which depreciate in value with age, solar panels will increase in value over time as electricity prices rise.

Biography: David Kelly marked his entry into the solar industry in 2001 when

he installed a 600 watt solar photovoltaic (PV) system on his own home. The solar PV system on his roof was the third grid-tied solar PV system in Alberta. He turned that solar dream into a reality when he formed SkyFire Energy Inc with Tim Schulhauser and David Vonesch. He has served four terms on the board of the Canadian Solar Industries Association (CanSIA) and has also served on the board for the Solar Energy Society of Alberta. David regularly speaks at solar events across Canada. He received his Mechanical Engineering degree from the University of Waterloo in 1989 and has also received professional accreditation through APEGA,NAPEG,APEGM and APEGBC.

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Symons Gate Passive Haus

Dean Guidolin, Brookfield Residential

Abstract: This award winning home is not much different than a typical home within the community, and was designed specifically with the intent of creating a harmonious streetscape, while achieving the Passive standard. Super insulated, air tight structure with open diffusion assemblies and the high performance windows, has provided the opportunity to install an ERV with pre and post heating coils as the only source of supplemental heating, where electrical demand is offset by solar panels.

Biography: Dean Guidolin currently holds the position of Design Manager with Brookfield Residential, with a focus on developing a highly skilled team, and ensuring productivity is efficient and accurate, including the

implementation of forthcoming building code editions, and municipal land use directives. Dean actively participates with BILD (Building Industry and Land Development), Calgary region, as a member of the Builder Technical Committee, including the task group dedicated to the implementation of the Energy Efficiency section of the Alberta Building Code. He also participates with BILD Alberta, as a member of the Provincial Residential Technical Committee, working with several colleagues from other regions of the province to assist with many industry challenges. Dean has a 24 year career within the residential design and home building industry in the Calgary area, and has worked on many projects within and outside of Alberta. He holds a membership with ASET, with a designation of Professional Engineering Technologist, and volunteers with the Chestermere Planning Commission, and the Subdivision Development Appeal Board, in Chestermere where he lives with his wife and two daughters.

Red Deer College Tours

Alternative Energy LabThe Centre for Innovation in Manufacturing (CIM) is embedded in the campus of Red Deer College (RDC). The CIM is a collaborative centre built and equipped with the financial support of Red Deer College, the Province of Alberta and Western Economic Diversification. The Centre currently houses $4.2 M in cutting-edge, industry-leading prototype and advanced manufacturing equipment. Since its opening it has seen an overwhelming demand for its services from across the Province. The Centre has gained a reputation for its approachability, relevant technical expertise and broad industry support capabilities. It has a long list of satisfied clients and a growing record of successful new and improved products and processes, created in partnership with Alberta companies.

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Municipal Leadership Panel

Municipal Leadership in Energy Efficiency for Green Homes

Mayor Don Iveson, City of Edmonton,

Biography: Since his election as Edmonton’s 35th Mayor in 2013, Mayor Iveson has led Edmonton’s transformation into a more uplifting, resilient and globally competitive city. Alongside his remarkable partner Sarah Chan, they both serve our community while raising two young children, working to make things better for all our kids and grandkids. Harnessing a new confidence among Edmontonians, he is focused on the priorities of growing an opportunity economy, building a more family friendly city, accelerating our leadership on energy and climate, and planning for a million people – all while strengthening integrity and performance at City Hall. Prior to entering public life, Iveson studied Political Science at the

University of Alberta, then served as president of Canadian University Press in Toronto. He returned home to a city that appeared to be exporting young, smart leaders, thinkers, creators and entrepreneurs faster than it could attract them. As a proud Edmontonian, the challenge of attracting and retaining more people inspired Iveson to run for City Council in 2007. As a result, one of his key performance indicators – as both a Councillor and Mayor – is to build the kind of city that, when the time comes, his children will never want to leave.

Robyn Webb, City of Edmonton

Biography: Robyn Webb has a master’s degree in urban planning and a background in community development and sustainability. She presently works for the Energy Transition Unit at the City of Edmonton where her portfolio of work focuses on residential energy efficiency, renewable energy and the low carbon economy. Robyn uses her training in passive house, EnerGuide, etc., to lead the development of municipal programs and policies aimed at reducing emissions from homes in Edmonton. She is passionate about creating sustainable cities, the path to a low carbon future and teaching the public about household energy efficiency.

Mayor Heron, City of St. Albert

Biography: As the first female Mayor in 20 years, and only the second in the history of St. Albert, Cathy Heron represents the values of our modern community. She is proof that St. Albert has grown beyond the debate of women in politics and is ready to tackle the rights of our LGBTQ+, environmental stewardship, responsible growth, and first nations through respectful engagement within our community. Mayor Heron has extensive experience in regional governance, including 2 terms as a city councilor and several years of volunteer work on committees, such as the Community Services Advisory Board. Mayor Heron serves as Vice President (Cities under 500,000) at the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, Director

of Alberta Recycling Management Association, 4 years as Director of the Alberta Capital Region Waste Water Commission, Capital Region Growth Plan Task Force and many more. The result is extensive and diverse relationships throughout the region with elected, civil, and business stake holders that she can rely upon to help her further her goal of a stronger and more respected City of St. Albert.

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