178: The Strengths of Retrofitting

Passive House Podcast

Passive House Podcast co-hosts Ilka Cassidy and Mary James sit down with Betsy Agar, Director of the Pembina Institute's Buildings Program, a leading voice in policy and research for decarbonizing homes and buildings. With a background in Civil Engineering and Building Science, Betsy discusses her journey into advocating for sustainable building practices and the challenges and opportunities in the industry. From tackling regulatory barriers to promoting market transformation, Betsy shares insights on deep retrofitting, climate resilience, and affordable housing. Join as we explore topics ranging from prefab panel supply chains to labor shortages in British Columbia, and discover the strategies needed to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future in our built environment.
https://www.pembina.org/

Reframed Lab: https://reframedinitiative.org/lab/

Deep Retrot Accelerator Initiative: https://natural-resources.canada.ca/energy-efficiency/buildings/deep-retrofit-accelerator-initiative/24925

Retrofit Canada Conference: https://retrofitcanadaconference.energyconferencenetwork.com/

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