Learning hub
Your one-stop resource for energy-efficient retrofits and decarbonization strategies.
Energy-saving solutions for your building
Find practical resources to support energy-efficient retrofits that cut carbon and improve occupant comfort.
Case studies
See how owners and property managers have successfully implemented energy-efficient retrofits and decarbonization strategies.
Regional Group’s net-zero journey
Focus area: Carbon pathway studies
Learn how four buildings are now on track for net-zero certification, supported by a scalable roadmap for future retrofits and a stronger foundation for long-term community benefit and value.
Killam Apartment REIT and KingSett Capital partner for deep energy retrofits
Focus area: Carbon pathway studies
Read how a validated retrofit plan is now in place, supported by an actionable roadmap for future decarbonization and a scalable model that strengthens tenant and investor confidence.
Ottawa Community Housing advances carbon reduction strategies
Focus area: Carbon pathway studies
Explore how a data-driven roadmap is now guiding Ottawa Community Housing’s capital planning is supporting grid readiness and long-term housing affordability.
Research & insights
Explore research and insights that are helping advance commercial building retrofits and decarbonization.
New research:
Commercial retrofit financing
What’s preventing commercial building retrofits from moving from intent to action?
The Ottawa Retrofit Accelerator’s Retrofit Financing Pilot explored the financing, data and implementation barriers facing commercial building owners and identified practical opportunities to help accelerate retrofit activity.
Tools and links
Tools to help you plan and implement retrofits.
Glossary
Definitions at a glance
Funding and financing
Support to help you save
Carbon pathway study
Steps to lower emissions
Technical feasibility and design studies
Move from plan to project
Recommissioning and retro-commissioning
Tune up your existing equipment to manage energy and costs
ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager
Benchmark building performance
RETScreen
Evaluate project impact
Natural Resources Canada Retrofit Hub
Additional helpful resources
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No matter where you are in your retrofit journey.