Böehm Receives Net Zero Qualification
We are incredibly proud to share that Böehm Construction has achieved the prestigious Net Zero Qualification from the Canadian Home Builders' Association.
This remarkable accomplishment underscores our commitment to sustainability and our dedication to leading the way in environmentally responsible construction practices. In this blog post, we will explore the significance for our clients and the broader community, highlighting how it aligns with our mission to build a greener future. Join us as we delve into what this certification means and how it sets new standards in the industry.
A Net Zero Home:
Produces as much energy as it consumes and is up to 80% more energy efficient than a home built to conventional standards.
Can drop your utility bills to an all-time low, and keep them in check all year round.
Protects you from future increases in energy prices. Over the course of years, that might prove to be a great benefit.
Is more durable – with high performance, built to higher standards with warm windows and better-insulated walls and roof as compared to conventional new homes.
Delivers exceptional comfort all year round. Advanced construction methods and materials along with superior heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment mean even temperatures throughout the house.
Promises exceptional indoor air quality for healthier living. A built-in filtered fresh air system reduces allergens and asthma triggers, such as dust, pollen, and outdoor air pollution.
Is quieter because it is tightly built and well insulated. Outside noise such as traffic, lawnmowers, and barking dogs are virtually silenced guaranteeing peaceful and comfortable living.
Investing in a Net Zero or Net Zero Ready Home means embracing an energy efficient future. The program has become an important stepping stone in Canada’s pursuit to a sustainable future. All the features of both Net Zero and Net Zero Ready Homes work together to significantly minimize each household’s environmental footprint by preserving our natural resources and protecting against climate change.
The CHBA Net Zero Home Labelling Program has been running since its pilot in 2015 and has labelled over 1,500 homes in Canada to date. 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 the builders and renovators who provide them.
The CHBA Net Zero Home Labelling Program has been designed so that a home could still qualify for Net Zero Ready, R-2000, or ENERGY STAR® if Net Zero isn’t achievable.
Net Zero and Net Zero Ready Homes offer whole-house comfort, excellent indoor air quality, and superior energy performance using proven advanced technologies and construction practices. The result is a superior quality home that exceeds current and anticipated building code requirements. Each Net Zero and Net Zero Ready Home is verified by government-licensed third-party Service Organizations and recognized by CHBA for its achievement.
Why live in a Net Zero Home?
Net Zero Homes, whether new or renovated, produce as much clean energy as they consume. They are up to 80% more energy efficient than typical new homes and use renewable energy systems to produce the remaining energy they need. Every part of the house works together to provide consistent temperatures throughout, prevent drafts, and filter indoor air to reduce dust and allergens. The result: exceptional energy performance and the ultimate in comfort – a home at the forefront of sustainability. It all adds up to a better living experience.
