This Invermere duplex retrofit managed a 69% reduction in emissions and 35% in annual energy use, all while staying under budget and meeting the homeowners' goal of improving indoor air quality.
Read the case study:
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#deepretrofits
#energyefficiency
Read the case study:
buff.ly/Ngj3ual
#deepretrofits
#energyefficiency
November 6, 2026 at 8:22 PM
This Invermere duplex retrofit managed a 69% reduction in emissions and 35% in annual energy use, all while staying under budget and meeting the homeowners' goal of improving indoor air quality.
Read the case study:
buff.ly/Ngj3ual
#deepretrofits
#energyefficiency
Read the case study:
buff.ly/Ngj3ual
#deepretrofits
#energyefficiency
Tiny But Mighty
These owners had ambitious goals for their small home: better comfort, lower energy bills, improved ventilation, future solar, and EV charging.
Rather than tackling everything at once, they created a two-phase roadmap.
Read more: buff.ly/fCilq8b
#deepretrofits
#netzero
These owners had ambitious goals for their small home: better comfort, lower energy bills, improved ventilation, future solar, and EV charging.
Rather than tackling everything at once, they created a two-phase roadmap.
Read more: buff.ly/fCilq8b
#deepretrofits
#netzero
October 22, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Tiny But Mighty
These owners had ambitious goals for their small home: better comfort, lower energy bills, improved ventilation, future solar, and EV charging.
Rather than tackling everything at once, they created a two-phase roadmap.
Read more: buff.ly/fCilq8b
#deepretrofits
#netzero
These owners had ambitious goals for their small home: better comfort, lower energy bills, improved ventilation, future solar, and EV charging.
Rather than tackling everything at once, they created a two-phase roadmap.
Read more: buff.ly/fCilq8b
#deepretrofits
#netzero
We've doubled the # of duplex case studies in our library. Now we have two! 😎
This retrofit is unique in other ways. It's only the second post-2000 home in the library, and it was originally constructed to R-2000 standards.
Read the case study: buff.ly/6UEIDha
#deepretrofits
#energyefficiency
This retrofit is unique in other ways. It's only the second post-2000 home in the library, and it was originally constructed to R-2000 standards.
Read the case study: buff.ly/6UEIDha
#deepretrofits
#energyefficiency
October 13, 2026 at 10:52 PM
We've doubled the # of duplex case studies in our library. Now we have two! 😎
This retrofit is unique in other ways. It's only the second post-2000 home in the library, and it was originally constructed to R-2000 standards.
Read the case study: buff.ly/6UEIDha
#deepretrofits
#energyefficiency
This retrofit is unique in other ways. It's only the second post-2000 home in the library, and it was originally constructed to R-2000 standards.
Read the case study: buff.ly/6UEIDha
#deepretrofits
#energyefficiency
This phased retrofit in Southeast Ontario is one of the most detailed case studies in our library, packed with practical lessons for homeowners who can't afford to go all the way to net zero in a single renovation.
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#deepretrofits
#netzero
#energyefficiency
buff.ly/9kmCROH
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#energyefficiency
September 15, 2026 at 4:29 PM
This phased retrofit in Southeast Ontario is one of the most detailed case studies in our library, packed with practical lessons for homeowners who can't afford to go all the way to net zero in a single renovation.
buff.ly/9kmCROH
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#energyefficiency
buff.ly/9kmCROH
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#energyefficiency
The initiative will fund capacity building projects that reduce barriers to deep retrofits while supporting deep retrofit market transformation.
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#funding #deepretrofits #buildings #HVAC
January 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The initiative will fund capacity building projects that reduce barriers to deep retrofits while supporting deep retrofit market transformation.
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Click on the link for more details: https://buff.ly/3WqTllk
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#funding #deepretrofits #buildings #HVAC
Join Retrofit Canada and Sustainable Buildings Canada on July 9 for a webinar about residential retrofits.
Our executive director, Rebecca Pinto, will present our case study library, the largest repository of real-world residential #deepretrofits in the country.
Register now! buff.ly/57aScUm
Our executive director, Rebecca Pinto, will present our case study library, the largest repository of real-world residential #deepretrofits in the country.
Register now! buff.ly/57aScUm
June 12, 2026 at 5:42 PM
Join Retrofit Canada and Sustainable Buildings Canada on July 9 for a webinar about residential retrofits.
Our executive director, Rebecca Pinto, will present our case study library, the largest repository of real-world residential #deepretrofits in the country.
Register now! buff.ly/57aScUm
Our executive director, Rebecca Pinto, will present our case study library, the largest repository of real-world residential #deepretrofits in the country.
Register now! buff.ly/57aScUm
Whether the topic of embodied carbon is new to you or you're already tackling the challenge in your own projects, consider signing up for this event from Sustainable Building Manitoba, one of our many great partners in the movement.
Register: buff.ly/MDhRyth
#embodiedcarbon #deepretrofits
Register: buff.ly/MDhRyth
#embodiedcarbon #deepretrofits
April 2, 2026 at 6:23 PM
Whether the topic of embodied carbon is new to you or you're already tackling the challenge in your own projects, consider signing up for this event from Sustainable Building Manitoba, one of our many great partners in the movement.
Register: buff.ly/MDhRyth
#embodiedcarbon #deepretrofits
Register: buff.ly/MDhRyth
#embodiedcarbon #deepretrofits
Join ENBIX and Retrofit Canada for a webinar featuring Peter Amerongen's #RetrofitRoadmap. The roadmap will help building professionals and homeowners plan #deepretrofits, aligning actions with #netzero goals to enhance comfort, optimize energy use, and reduce costs.
Register now: buff.ly/qOujnBg
Register now: buff.ly/qOujnBg
January 19, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Join ENBIX and Retrofit Canada for a webinar featuring Peter Amerongen's #RetrofitRoadmap. The roadmap will help building professionals and homeowners plan #deepretrofits, aligning actions with #netzero goals to enhance comfort, optimize energy use, and reduce costs.
Register now: buff.ly/qOujnBg
Register now: buff.ly/qOujnBg
We just increased our Quebec case studies by 50 per cent - now there are three!
The Kamarouska retrofit focused on creating more space, comfort, and fresh air, all completed on budget. Read all about it here: buff.ly/qbmyb0a
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
The Kamarouska retrofit focused on creating more space, comfort, and fresh air, all completed on budget. Read all about it here: buff.ly/qbmyb0a
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
December 12, 2025 at 9:35 PM
We just increased our Quebec case studies by 50 per cent - now there are three!
The Kamarouska retrofit focused on creating more space, comfort, and fresh air, all completed on budget. Read all about it here: buff.ly/qbmyb0a
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
The Kamarouska retrofit focused on creating more space, comfort, and fresh air, all completed on budget. Read all about it here: buff.ly/qbmyb0a
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
This 1975 bungalow retrofit added major efficiency upgrades, and in its first year, the solar PV system generated more energy than the home used.
Read the case study here: buff.ly/aiUReu0
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
#greenbuilding
#solarpanels
#heatpumps
Read the case study here: buff.ly/aiUReu0
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
#greenbuilding
#solarpanels
#heatpumps
December 10, 2025 at 8:47 PM
This 1975 bungalow retrofit added major efficiency upgrades, and in its first year, the solar PV system generated more energy than the home used.
Read the case study here: buff.ly/aiUReu0
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
#greenbuilding
#solarpanels
#heatpumps
Read the case study here: buff.ly/aiUReu0
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
#greenbuilding
#solarpanels
#heatpumps
Check out this golden oldie in our deep retrofit case study library from our pal Peter Darlington and Solar Homes Inc.
buff.ly/ydn0ex3
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
#greenbuilding
#solarpanels
#heatpumps
#climateaction
#homebuilders
#energyefficiency
buff.ly/ydn0ex3
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
#greenbuilding
#solarpanels
#heatpumps
#climateaction
#homebuilders
#energyefficiency
November 26, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Check out this golden oldie in our deep retrofit case study library from our pal Peter Darlington and Solar Homes Inc.
buff.ly/ydn0ex3
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
#greenbuilding
#solarpanels
#heatpumps
#climateaction
#homebuilders
#energyefficiency
buff.ly/ydn0ex3
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
#greenbuilding
#solarpanels
#heatpumps
#climateaction
#homebuilders
#energyefficiency
One of our newest case studies! This retrofit of a home in Yellowknife took care of some damage to its envelope, reduced its energy needs by 38%, and cut heating costs by 70%. Give it a read!
buff.ly/TavPbIZ
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
#greenbuilding
buff.ly/TavPbIZ
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
#greenbuilding
November 5, 2025 at 11:49 PM
One of our newest case studies! This retrofit of a home in Yellowknife took care of some damage to its envelope, reduced its energy needs by 38%, and cut heating costs by 70%. Give it a read!
buff.ly/TavPbIZ
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
#greenbuilding
buff.ly/TavPbIZ
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
#greenbuilding
Case study alert! This family reduced their energy consumption and reached an impressive net-zero-ready standard, even after adding a second-story addition, using comprehensive envelope and mechanical upgrades.
buff.ly/tYCmhFj
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
buff.ly/tYCmhFj
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
Double the Space, Half the Energy
Read the case study
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September 12, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Case study alert! This family reduced their energy consumption and reached an impressive net-zero-ready standard, even after adding a second-story addition, using comprehensive envelope and mechanical upgrades.
buff.ly/tYCmhFj
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
buff.ly/tYCmhFj
#retrofitcanada
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
Join our mission to make #deepretrofits easier and affordable! If you’ve completed a retrofit or are working on one, contact us now to add your project to our library. Learn about the process here: buff.ly/9IV21ec
August 8, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Join our mission to make #deepretrofits easier and affordable! If you’ve completed a retrofit or are working on one, contact us now to add your project to our library. Learn about the process here: buff.ly/9IV21ec
🔧 Ever heard of a chainsaw retrofit? See how Peter Darlington (Solar Homes Inc.) used this method to make a home #netzeroready — in one slick animation: Full case Study: buff.ly/oOtAyQL
Thanks to Andy Cockburn + NAIMA Canada for the drawings!
#deepretrofits #energyefficiency #insulation
Thanks to Andy Cockburn + NAIMA Canada for the drawings!
#deepretrofits #energyefficiency #insulation
July 3, 2025 at 8:38 PM
🔧 Ever heard of a chainsaw retrofit? See how Peter Darlington (Solar Homes Inc.) used this method to make a home #netzeroready — in one slick animation: Full case Study: buff.ly/oOtAyQL
Thanks to Andy Cockburn + NAIMA Canada for the drawings!
#deepretrofits #energyefficiency #insulation
Thanks to Andy Cockburn + NAIMA Canada for the drawings!
#deepretrofits #energyefficiency #insulation
ANOTHER case study from Calgary builder Solar Homes Inc.!
Thanks to a #netzeroready retrofit, all about boosting comfort and cutting energy use, this bungalow sips energy instead of guzzling it.
Full case study: buff.ly/aBqTrlb
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
Thanks to a #netzeroready retrofit, all about boosting comfort and cutting energy use, this bungalow sips energy instead of guzzling it.
Full case study: buff.ly/aBqTrlb
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
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May 14, 2025 at 4:17 PM
ANOTHER case study from Calgary builder Solar Homes Inc.!
Thanks to a #netzeroready retrofit, all about boosting comfort and cutting energy use, this bungalow sips energy instead of guzzling it.
Full case study: buff.ly/aBqTrlb
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
Thanks to a #netzeroready retrofit, all about boosting comfort and cutting energy use, this bungalow sips energy instead of guzzling it.
Full case study: buff.ly/aBqTrlb
#deepenergyretrofits
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#netzeroready
ICYMI, we just published this case study for a #deepretrofit that reduced this home's annual energy consumption from 203 GJ all the way down to zero. Give it a read.
buff.ly/4hNJG17
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#solarpanels
buff.ly/4hNJG17
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#solarpanels
New Case study
A hat, a coat and a boot
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February 27, 2025 at 11:14 PM
ICYMI, we just published this case study for a #deepretrofit that reduced this home's annual energy consumption from 203 GJ all the way down to zero. Give it a read.
buff.ly/4hNJG17
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#solarpanels
buff.ly/4hNJG17
#deepretrofits
#netzero
#solarpanels
Shape Canada's retrofit future in 10 minutes. Take CAGBC - Canada Green Building Council & Purpose Building Inc.'s 2026 Market Sentiment Survey before May 18.
👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XRNJFT6
#DeepRetrofits #GreenBuildings #CAGBC
👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XRNJFT6
#DeepRetrofits #GreenBuildings #CAGBC
May 8, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Shape Canada's retrofit future in 10 minutes. Take CAGBC - Canada Green Building Council & Purpose Building Inc.'s 2026 Market Sentiment Survey before May 18.
👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XRNJFT6
#DeepRetrofits #GreenBuildings #CAGBC
👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XRNJFT6
#DeepRetrofits #GreenBuildings #CAGBC
What will it take to retrofit social housing equitably at scale?🏠 Read our Retrofit Accelerator literature review here to l earn more and share it with others working to advance low-carbon, equitable housing. envirocentre.ca/the-case-for...
#deepretrofits #socialhousing #easternontario #equity
#deepretrofits #socialhousing #easternontario #equity
May 5, 2026 at 8:26 PM
What will it take to retrofit social housing equitably at scale?🏠 Read our Retrofit Accelerator literature review here to l earn more and share it with others working to advance low-carbon, equitable housing. envirocentre.ca/the-case-for...
#deepretrofits #socialhousing #easternontario #equity
#deepretrofits #socialhousing #easternontario #equity
Fellow Canadian founders, what are you doing in these times? I’ve been investing in R&D, creating new ways to accelerate #passivedesign
#deepretrofits and #greenbuilding certifications. What are you up to?
#deepretrofits and #greenbuilding certifications. What are you up to?
August 7, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Fellow Canadian founders, what are you doing in these times? I’ve been investing in R&D, creating new ways to accelerate #passivedesign
#deepretrofits and #greenbuilding certifications. What are you up to?
#deepretrofits and #greenbuilding certifications. What are you up to?
With the program now at its midpoint, the BDA released a report this week that traces its progress to date and inventories more than 70 specific tools developed by accelerator initiatives across the country.
#DeepRetrofits
#DeepRetrofits
Deep Retrofit Accelerators in Canada: Five Opportunities to Increase Impact | Building Decarbonization Alliance
This report highlights the innovation happening within the Accelerators, and provides five opportunities to increase their impact.
buildingdecarbonization.ca
July 31, 2025 at 9:40 PM
With the program now at its midpoint, the BDA released a report this week that traces its progress to date and inventories more than 70 specific tools developed by accelerator initiatives across the country.
#DeepRetrofits
#DeepRetrofits
It should be illegal to use gas boilers in commercial buildings across Canada.
With the withdrawal of the Consumer Carbon Tax the business case for natural gas just got brighter (ugh!!).
We will never meet out GHG reduction targets if we keep using them.
#energyefficiency
#deepretrofits
With the withdrawal of the Consumer Carbon Tax the business case for natural gas just got brighter (ugh!!).
We will never meet out GHG reduction targets if we keep using them.
#energyefficiency
#deepretrofits
July 14, 2025 at 9:25 PM
It should be illegal to use gas boilers in commercial buildings across Canada.
With the withdrawal of the Consumer Carbon Tax the business case for natural gas just got brighter (ugh!!).
We will never meet out GHG reduction targets if we keep using them.
#energyefficiency
#deepretrofits
With the withdrawal of the Consumer Carbon Tax the business case for natural gas just got brighter (ugh!!).
We will never meet out GHG reduction targets if we keep using them.
#energyefficiency
#deepretrofits