When: Dec. 11, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Where: Ralph Klein Building Pre-requisites: An eligible advanced building science (ABS) course (taken within the last three years) and CHBA net zero builder training (taken within the last three years). Proof of completion is required. What to bring: Bring your certificate of completion for your ABS and net zero builder courses […]
Join Dr. Mohamed Al-Hussein, Professor and Research Chair in the Industrialization and Decarbonization of Construction at the University of Alberta for a free to attend lab tour and live demos of wood framing, light-gauge steel framing and precast concrete dedicated to modular offsite construction! Home builders, modular manufacturers (including those specializing in volumetric, panelized, precast concrete, light-weight wood, and light-gauge steel […]
Duct capacity is often a limiting factor in sizing retrofit heat pumps, and contractors often size heat pumps based on the existing air conditioner, resulting in under-sized equipment. A simple 15-minute test can provide definitive air flow capacity of a duct system, contributing to a proper sized heat pump and avoiding poor system performance—such as […]
In November, we launched the new Builder Explorer Modelling Tool, developed in collaboration with Volta Research. This free tool is specifically designed for residential builders and designers in Alberta to support high-level, strategic decision-making as they navigate the province's transition to a tiered energy code. We are hosting a webinar to walk you through how […]
Event Details: The Embodied Carbon Knowledge Exchange is a new quarterly event hosted by the Carbon Leadership Forum Alberta Chapter and ENBIX. It invites industry professionals to gather for group discussions related to embodied carbon, which is the carbon associated with the manufacturing, transportation, installation, maintenance and disposal of materials used in building projects. Purpose: […]
We are working with the Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley and Bow Valley Builders & Developers Association (BOWDA) to present “Life Cycle Assessments: An introduction to embodied carbon”. This in-person workshop will introduce builders to the basics of life cycle assessments and embodied carbon. Topics covered will include: Operational versus embodied emissions What are […]
Alberta Ecotrust Foundation | ENBIX with support from the Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley is offering a new ‘Solar-Ready Design’ workshop for builders. This workshop was developed with contributions from Solar Alberta and the Local Energy Efficiency Partnership (LEEP) program from NRCAN. This workshop explores how to optimize new construction for the integration of […]
Alberta Ecotrust Foundation | ENBIX with support from the Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley is offering a new ‘Solar-Ready Design’ workshop for builders. This workshop was developed with contributions from Solar Alberta and the Local Energy Efficiency Partnership (LEEP) program from NRCAN. This workshop explores how to optimize new construction for the integration of […]
The winners of the 2026 Maverick Awards are announced! Now in its third year, the program continues to spotlight forward-thinking leaders shaping more sustainable built environments and communities. Unlike traditional award programs, the Maverick Awards don’t culminate in a single event. Instead, winners are celebrated through a comprehensive marketing communications campaign that amplifies their achievements, […]
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