NearZero: Reaching the Top Step

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
00:42 What is Energy Step Code?
2:19 Why build a high-performance home?
2:57 Reducing your home's carbon footprint
4:46 Airtightness explained
5:10 What is a blower door test?
6:05 Strategies for good airtightness
7:44 Why integrated design is so important
9:54 Financial considerations
NearZero 1 was the inaugural stream of the NearZero program, funded by CleanBC and the City of Vancouver. It sought to identify the challenges and solutions associated with using heat pumps for space heating and domestic hot water in Step 4, Step 5 and Passive House homes. It was launched in 2018 and by 2022, over 40 projects were registered in the program.
The 'Reaching the Top Step' video captures the thoughts and experiences of participants of the NearZero 1 program - the early adopters of high-performance homes. In this latest video produced by ZEBx, homeowners, builders and designers share their insight on their commitment and work to reduce emissions by building high-performance homes.
ZEBx is a program area of the Zero Emissions Innovation Centre (ZEIC). ZEIC is an independent non-profit organization and member of the Low Carbon Cities Canada (LC3) network. ZEIC’s mission is to catalyze, accelerate, and scale climate action innovation across BC related to green buildings, renewable energy, and transportation.