Net Zero
Watercolour Westport Brings Net Zero Homebuilding to Cottage Country
Watercolour Westport Brings Net Zero Homebuilding to Cottage Country At the 2026 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence, “Watercolour Westport” by Land Ark Homes won the award for Best Production Net Zero Home, sponsored by Panasonic. Starting with the end in mind, Land Ark set out to build a legacy community that would be a role model for builders across Canada.…
Read MoreA Closer Look at Hasler Homes’ Nationally Recognized Net Zero Home
A Closer Look at Hasler Homes’ Nationally Recognized Net Zero Home When Hasler Homes Ltd. won the Best Custom or Renovated Net Zero Home award in the 2026 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence, the recognition was very personal for Founder and CEO Greg Hasler. The winning project, “Net Zero Lifestyle,” is his own family home. Winning Net…
Read MoreHow Windows Can Transform Your Home’s Comfort, Efficiency, and Energy Costs
How Windows Can Transform Your Home’s Comfort, Efficiency, and Energy Costs Your home’s windows are more than just a design feature: they play a critical role in how it feels and performs every day. From maintaining indoor temperatures to managing energy use and protecting against the elements, the right windows can make a noticeable difference…
Read MoreAirtightness: Why it Matters in Housing
Airtightness: Why it Matters in Housing When talking about building or renovating homes for energy efficiency and comfort, airtightness often tops the list of priorities, and for good reason. It’s not simply a technical detail, it’s a cornerstone of temperature and moisture control, durability, health, and reducing energy costs. Yet, many new buyers and homeowners…
Read MoreCanada’s Best Custom or Renovated Net Zero Homes
Canada’s Best Custom or Renovated Net Zero Homes Homeowners across the country are increasingly asking Qualified Net Zero Builders/Renovators to deliver their Net Zero dream homes. And every year, they prove to be up to the task! Builders and renovators across Canada submitted their gorgeous Net Zero or Net Zero Ready Homes (qualified under CHBA’s Net Zero Home…
Read MoreThe Future of Housing: Canada’s Top 5 Net Zero Production Homes
The Future of Housing: Canada’s Top 5 Net Zero Production Homes Builders and renovators across the country are increasingly delivering on Canadians’ growing desire to live in an energy efficient home. This was never more evident than during this year’s CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence – Canada’s premiere competition for new homes, renovations, community development, and…
Read MoreWhat is a CHBA Qualified Net Zero Builder?
What is a CHBA Qualified Net Zero Builder? Net Zero Homes are pivotal in Canadians’ growing pursuit of energy efficient living, based on what Canadian homebuyers tell us they want in their homes. Not only are CHBA labelled Net Zero Homes extremely energy efficient, but they can also provide financial and lifestyle benefits to homeowners including reduced energy…
Read More4 Surprising Benefits of Net Zero Homes
4 Surprising Benefits of Net Zero Homes When we think of Net Zero Homes or Net Zero Ready Homes, words like “energy efficient,” “sustainable,” and “environmentally conscious” come to mind. At their core, Net Zero Homes are at the forefront of energy performance. They’re designed and constructed to maximize the home’s energy efficiency, and when a…
Read MoreTop 5 Custom or Renovated Net Zero Homes in Canada
Top 5 Custom or Renovated Net Zero Homes in Canada As the desire for extremely energy efficient homes grows in popularity across Canada, many homeowners are asking Qualified Net Zero Builders/Renovators to deliver their Net Zero dream homes. Builders and renovators who submitted projects into this year’s CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence – Canada’s foremost competition…
Read More5 Award-Worthy Production Net Zero Homes in Canada
5 Award-Worthy Production Net Zero Homes in Canada Canadian home buyers are increasingly showing interest in Net Zero Homes, and builders and renovators across the country are expertly producing the goods. This year’s CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence – Canada’s premiere competition for new homes, renovations, community development, and residential marketing – recognized housing excellence in…
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