Why a Building Exchange?
Building to Zero Exchange (BTZx) is enabling conditions for net-zero buildings by increasing capacity and facilitating collaboration. Together, we are accelerating action to retrofit and construct net-zero buildings at scale.
As a convener for the building sector, we collaborate and connect with everyone through research, events, resource development, skills training, and communications.
An exchange means working in partnership with industry, government, the private sector, academia, Indigenous communities, and other non-government organizations on net-zero buildings solution.
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New and Featured Resources
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Embodied Carbon: A Primer for Buildings in Canada by CAGBC
This document guides Canada's building sector in understanding and addressing embodied carbon in both new and existing buildings, complementing efforts to eliminate operational carbon emissions.
Operational vs. Embodied Carbon by BER
Learn what is the difference between operational carbon and embodied carbon and why you should care.
BDA Webinar: Electrifying Residential New Construction
There is an important conversation taking place across the country around how best to increase housing inventory and improve affordability. At the same time, efficiently meeting our net-zero goals means adopting electrification in all new builds as soon as possible, to avoid locking in emitting equipment or requiring expensive retrofits. The question is, are utilities in Canada able to meet these needs in the near term?
ASHRAE Building Decarbonization Information Videos
How has the industry evolved regarding building decarbonization since you’ve been in the field?
Upcoming BTZx Events
Showcasing opportunities to engage with sustainable building experts and enthusiasts.