July 7, 2022

Deep Retrofits for Homeowners

Deep Retrofits for Homeowners

On July 7, 2022, Retrofit Canada's Peter Amerongen and two homeowners presented an overview of deep retrofits. Attendees will learn about:

  • The many benefits of deep retrofits that make homes net-zero ready.
  • Different approaches to deep retrofits and how to decide which one is right for your home.
  • Advice for purchasing a home suitable for a deep retrofit.
  • Why Retrofit Canada is starting a deep retrofit movement.

About Peter:
Peter Amerongen has been designing and building energy-efficient houses in and around Edmonton, Alberta, since the 1970s. As a partner in Habitat Studio, he designed and built a dozen net-zero energy houses, Canada’s first net-zero energy affordable multi-family project, and Canada’s first net-zero energy church. 

Peter leads the panelized deep energy retrofit of the 59-unit 1970s Sundance Housing Co-op. This is one of the first applications of the Dutch Energiesprong system in North America. Butterwick Projects is also piloting panelized deep energy retrofits to 3 Edmonton single-family houses.

As a consultant with ReNu Engineering Ltd., he helps designers and builders develop practical, affordable, low carbon building solutions. 

Peter is a founder of Retrofit Canada and an original member of Edmonton City Council’s Energy Transition and Climate Resiliency Advisory Committees and the CHBA Net Zero Council Management Committee. He is also a Certified Passive House Consultant (PHIUS and PHI).

Webinar recording coming soon

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