“People spend 80 - 90% of their time indoors - at work, school and home. An efficient building maintains moderate temperatures, low humidity and increased air quality. Plus energy efficient buildings use less energy and cost less to operate and produce fewer greenhouse gasses, which is good for you and the environment.” – City Green Solutions, Non-profit Energy Efficiency Specialist Company in BC.
The provincial building code standards for energy efficiency in homes and buildings are increasing every year. One of the first steps toward making your home or building more energy efficient is to complete an energy audit. For co-ops, the Agency recommends first completing a Building Condition Assessment, as this technical report may help identify specific areas of focus for energy and water savings measures, which can be further investigated through an energy audit, if necessary.
Natural Resources Canada (NRC) provides a database of qualified Energy Advisors throughout the provinces who can complete a Home Energy Audit (also known as a Home Energy Evaluation). You can access the database here.
You can also check out the Home Inspectors Group Inc.’s Energy Audit FAQs for your reading pleasure.