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This module in the Heritage Building series discusses Rebuilding the Retrofit Industry. Renovation and retrofit of all existing buildings in Canada is a monumental task, but the effort can make significant impacts on reducing energy demands, decreasing GHG emissions and improving resiliency for the future.

This module reviews key concepts of renovation / retrofit building science to improve the energy efficiency and comfort for existing buildings.

Upon completion of Heritage 104: Rebuilding the Retrofit Industry, you will have been exposed to:

• Defining Deep Energy Retrofits;
• Understanding the layers that make up the building envelope and the function of those control barriers;
• The importance of balanced HVAC and ventilation;

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• The challenges we face in executing Deep Energy Retrofits.