Bow Valley Construction Costs at Higher ABC/NECB Tiers - An Archetype Study
2:00pm - 2:45pm
Workshop Session C
WSP will present results of its 2025 study that modeled strategies and costs for achieving higher energy performance tiers under ABC/NECB 2022 and the upcoming 2025 model codes for four common Bow Valley building archetypes. These archetypes includes 1) a standalone garage w/accessory dwelling, 2) a townhome fourplex, 3) a three-storey apartment building, and 4) a three storey mixed used building. This workshop will review energy modeling results for multiple tiers under each archetype, and sensitivity analysis for several variables affecting energy performance and construction costs.
Michael Hay
Michael has been the Manager of Environment for the Town of Banff since 2019. He is passionate about a variety of urban sustainability issues including sustainable transportation, climate action, water quality and security, and waste reduction – all of which are critical issues for the Banff town site and Banff National Park overall. Michael has led many of Banff’s recent sustainability projects including Roam Transit’s new bus garage, a new biomass heating facility, and several solar energy projects. He works closely with Banff’s Council and Administration to continue Banff’s quest to be a model environmental community.