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Summary
Modern-day thermal energy networks (TENs) are emerging as a transformative solution for decarbonizing cities – saving money, increasing efficiency, and creating good jobs along the way. Far from the Roman Baths that first defined this unique type of infrastructure, Metro Vancouver’s dozen-plus advanced systems, some including waste-water heat recovery, have made the region into a North American hub for this high-potential solution.
From November 18 to 21, the Building Decarbonization Coalition (BDC) led a delegation of 16 labour and community leaders from New York’s UpgradeNY initiative, along with guests from across Canada and the U.S., to explore Vancouver’s TEN ecosystem. UpgradeNY is a unique coalition of labour unions, environmental groups, and civic groups working with governments and businesses to transition off of fossil fuels in ways that support gas workers, create more economic opportunities, and empower communities’ energy sovereignty.
This three-day tour, coordinated by BDC, the Zero Emissions Innovation Centre (ZEIC), the Canadian Building Decarbonization Alliance (BDA), and Reshape Strategies featured hands-on learning, dialogues, and knowledge-sharing about scaling TENs in the Metro Vancouver region and across North America. The events on November 19th would not have been possible without title sponsor, Creative Energy, and supporting sponsors SHARC Energy, the Vancouver District Labour Council, and the New Westminster and District Labour Council.
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