Homebuilders commit $4M to net-zero energy homes in five Canadian communities
July 31, 2013
ALYSSA DALTON, ENERGY MANAGER.CA. Over $4 million in funding and in-kind contributions from the ecoEnergy Innovation Initiative (ecoEII) and the building industry will allow for the construction of at least 25 net-zero energy homes in Alberta, Nova Scotia, Ontario and Quebec.
EcoEII will be providing $1.96 million in funding for professional services required for the planning, design and construction of the houses. The remaining funds will come from Owens Corning Canada, builders and the building industry in the form of in-kind contributions. Read More.