BC Energy Step Code
The RMOW has initiated community and stakeholder engagement on the potential integration of the BC Energy Step Code into Whistler’s Building Bylaw.
In general terms, the Energy Step Code (ESC) is a new, incremental and consistent approach to achieving more energy-efficient new buildings.
Developed over a number of years by a provincial working group that included builders, developers, trades and professionals, utilities, local governments, as well as NGO representatives, the ESC establishes a series of measurable, performance-based energy efficiency requirements for construction that builders can choose to build to, and communities can choose to adopt in local bylaws and policies.
How could the Energy Step Code be integrated in Whistler?
Ongoing dialogue with a local stakeholder working group began in February 2018 and continued through a Public Information Session in April.
- Find out more about the Public Information Session.
- Read the Information Session presentation slides.
- A community public opinion survey on this topic was hosted from April 27 to May 18.
- Additional provincial information is available at BC Energy Step Code.
Past BC Energy Step Code Workshop
A Building Better with the Energy Step Code workshop was held on May 28 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Brennan Park Recreation Centre in Squamish. Attendees learned how to build to the lower steps of the BC Energy Step Code and work with an Energy Advisor. In addition, learned about FortisBC’s New Home incentive program and engaged in a dialogue about Step Code implementation in the Sea to Sky region. The workshop also featured an airtightness test with time for discussion at a local home.
Workshop attendees are eligible for 6.5 CPD credits (Group A) from BC Housing and credits through the Building Officials Association of BC.
