Episode 56: Peter Amerongen
In this episode, Shawna welcomes Peter Amerongen, the President of Retrofit Canada. They delve into Peter's extensive experience in retrofitting homes and his journey from building new, high-end houses to focusing on deep retrofits. The discussion spans various topics including the importance of retrofitting existing buildings to achieve net-zero emissions, the complexities of retrofitting compared to new construction, and case studies such as the Sundance co-op project.
Peter also shares insights on Retrofit Canada's mission, which includes collecting and sharing case studies to inform future retrofit projects, developing a comprehensive roadmap for retrofitting buildings, and the goal of making these practices mainstream in the industry.
Let’s dive in!
Highlights
Peter discusses the challenges and learnings from Retrofits.
Peter highlights the importance of Climate Action and Energy Efficiency.
What to expect at the upcoming Retrofit Canada Conference.
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