Defining realistic net zero energy and carbon solutions for buildings in Yukon
This in-person and online event was a series of presentations from regional experts concerning the intersection of housing and energy within our territory.
The event was hosted in partnership with Government of Yukon and was held at NorthLight Innovation, in downtown Whitehorse on March 29th, 2022. The online session was recorded on Zoom.
Schedule:
6:45pm - Opening remarks: Dr. Michael Ross, NSERC Industrial Research Chair in Northern Energy Innovation, YukonU
6:55pm - Introduction: Al Lyon, Government of Yukon
7:05pm – Overview of the Illustrated retrofit guide for Yukon: Juergen Korn, Yukon Housing Corporation, Government of Yukon
7:20 to 9pm - Presentations
Presentations:
Michael Ross, NSERC Industrial Research Chair in Northern Energy Innovation, YukonU: Demand-side management
Graham Finch, RDH: Net-zero feasibility in the North
Robin Urquhart, RDH: Net-zero case studies (2022)
Michael Wilkinson, RDH: Deep Energy Retrofits
James Wigmore, Energy Branch, Government of Yukon: Taking action
Questions / General Discussion