Selling Energy Efficient and Low Carbon Homes
June 2024 | Free Credits: BCREA
Disclaimers:
- Please note that, for the concerned organizations you are responsible for sending your CPD credit request to the concerned organizations; The Township of Langley does not submit CPD credits on your behalf. (Excluding AIBC LUs)
- If you attended this event live at the date above and reported for credits, you cannot claim any additional credits from this on-demand course.
- The content of this video is accurate to the date upon which it was presented. As codes, standards, bylaws, and requirements change, certain aspects of this course may no longer be accurate. Please, check with your consultants and municipality if you are unsure of requirements noted in the video.
Course Description
Energy efficient and low carbon homes are the future of real estate. New homes are designed to be more energy efficient and with reduced operational carbon. What does this mean for the homeowner?
Learn more about how to communicate the benefits and features of these homes to potential homeowners. Understand what the current codes and standards (BC Energy Step Code, Zero Carbon Step Code, and Net Zero Energy Ready) mean for comfort, indoor air quality, noise, and operating expenses.
The learnings of this workshop also apply to all new homes, constructed after May 1st, 2023, as Step 3 is the minimum level of performance across the province. Attending this workshop will equip you with the tools and information to confidently describe what makes these homes better for its future owners.
The intended audience are realtors who sell new and pre-sale homes.
Presented by: Township of Langley, Streetside Developments, E3 Eco Group Inc., & BCIT Zero Energy/Emissions Buildings Learning Centre
Course Resources
Instructor(s)
Alexandre Hebert
Manager - ZEB Lab, BCIT
Alex oversees the growth and operation of the Zero Energy/Emissions Buildings (ZEB) Learning Centre at BCIT. Leading a team of over 40 industry expert instructors, the ZEB Learning Centre aids the construction industry in transitioning to the BC Energy and Zero Carbon Step Codes, the City of Vancouver’s Zero Emissions Building bylaws, and CleanBC’s strategy. As an engineer with experience in managing energy and emissions for both existing buildings and new construction projects, Alex is actively involved in various committees and working groups across Canada, offering academic leadership and industry expertise in workforce development for net-zero initiatives.