Advanced Buildings Technologies & Practices
Technologies and practices that can improve the energy and resource efficiency of buildings covering design and construction topics including: building structure, heating, cooling, ventilation, and air quality, among others.
BC Hydro
Information on energy efficiency technologies including: air conditioning, high-efficiency gas furnaces, heat pumps and high-efficiency water heaters.
National Research Council's Institute for Research in Construction (NRC-IRC)
The NRC Institute for Research in Construction (NRC-IRC) is Canada's national construction research agency and publishes construction related research reports.
NRC: Construction Technology Updates
Practical information for builders, building officials, architects, engineers, specification writers, and property managers.
- Why Houses Need Mechanical Ventilation Systems
- Current Approaches for Mechanical Ventilation of Houses
NRC: The Buildings Group
The Residential Team of the Buildings Group researches many aspects of energy efficiency in residential buildings including: highly insulated and airtight building envelope systems; high performance windows; advanced heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems; domestic hot water systems; low energy lighting and appliances; and home automation systems and controls.
NRC: Canadian Centre for Housing Technology (CCHT)
Canada's unique research, testing and demonstration resource for innovative technology in housing.
Natural Resources Canada's Canadian Renewable Energy Network
The Canadian Renewable Energy Network offers general information on renewable energy sources, highlights the technologies and applications being developed to harness these sources.
Natural Resources Canada's (NRCan) Office of Energy Efficiency
The Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE) provides Canadians with information on energy conservation, energy efficiency and alternative fuels.
Terasen Gas
Information on natural gas appliances and equipment, energy efficiency, and new industry innovations.
