Net Zero training has been developed for CHBA members who want to be part of this exciting program. CHBA members have always been leaders and innovators - this program continues that trend.” “The Net Zero Home Label will help to meet the energy efficient housing aspirations of Canadians, and renew Canadian industry leadership in high performance housing. “CHBA supports leading-edge innovation in the residential construction industry with the goal of having those innovations as a voluntary and affordable choice for consumers,” said Kevin Lee, CEO. A pilot version of the Net Zero Home Labelling Program ran from September 2015 to December 2016 to validate technical and administrative details. The Program provides the industry and consumers with a clearly defined and rigorous two-tiered technical requirement that recognizes Net Zero and Net Zero Ready Homes, and identifies the builders and renovators who provide them. Ottawa, May 2, 2017 – The Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) today officially launched its Net Zero Home Labelling Program - continuing CHBA’s long history in leading energy efficiency in residential construction. Net Zero Home Label to Recognize Homes that Produce as Much Energy as They Consume RESEARCH focused on advancing the voluntary adoption of affordable Net Zero / Ready Homes, including Net Zero Renos and Net Zero MURBs.ĬONSUMER LITERACY development through delivery of content, to drive demand for Net Zero Homes.ĬOORDINATION of efforts nationally through a network of qualified professionals and online data collection systems.Ĭanadians want their homes to be as tough as they are to be able to endure Canadian winters with ease! CHBA members will meet the housing aspirations of Canadians, and renew Canadian leadership in high performance housing by offering consumers a “made in Canada” solution: Net Zero Homes! As part of the program, CHBA offers the following benefits to qualified program participants:īRAND leadership as the residential construction industry's top tier performance target.ĬOMMUNICATION of program results to key stakeholders such as utilities, government and media, providing program and policy direction. National Leadership Participation in this national program offers recognition as an industry leader for those delivering the next generation of high-performance housing to discerning Canadian home buyers.
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