2012 Annual Report Brochure

A N N UA L R E P O R T 2 0 1 2 A b o u t t h e N e t - Z e r o E n e r g y H o m e C o a l i t i o n The Net-Zero Energy Home Coalition is a multi-stakeholder, not-for-profit organization federally incorporated in Canada in 2006. The Coalition is comprised of North American champions in advanced energy efficient residential construction and building products, the utility sector, research and development, and manufacturing and deployment of on-site renewable energy technologies. PURPOSE To accelerate the market development of affordable net-zero energy homes. VISION All new home construction will meet a net-zero energy standard by 2030. MISSION Operating within our core values, we will work with partners and stakeholders to move the residential building sector toward a net-zero energy target, using all available tools. VALUES Stewardship. The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care. We are responsible educators founded on respect, integrity and commitment. Innovation. The introduction of something new. We bring advancements into practice. Collaboration. To work jointly with others or together. We engage all stakeholders in the creation of solutions. Objectivity. Expressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations. We are a trusted and credible source of unbiased and reliable knowledge. O N T H E P A T H T O Z E R O Page 1 Inside Industry Endorsed Definitions 2 Webinars 4 Membership 6 Member Relations Survey 7 Financials 8 Message from the Executive Director 2012 focused on a few key activities that helped the Coalition continue on the ‘Path to Zero’. One significant stepping stone, as identified in the 2011 Net-Zero Energy (NZE) Home Industry Implementation Plan, was the development of definitions for both NZE and NZE Ready. Another noteworthy effort in 2012 was the expansion of our webinar offerings, to disseminate information and build a stronger network. I look forward to continuing our efforts to increase the value of membership together with our visionary Board of Directors, Sponsors, and our growing community of members. 2013 promises to be another eventful year, working to accelerate the market development of affordable net-zero energy homes With warm regards, Sonja Winkelmann Message from the President Like a home taking shape once the foundation has been poured, the Coalition’s past foundational work is moving us into the next phase of construction. This past year has provided us with insight into the skills and experience that our members possess. In 2012 we hosted 14 webinars on the topics ranging from the practical lessons learned by builders and designers, to research results on the best opportunities for optimizing net-zero energy (NZE) homes. We learned that is doesn’t matter where in the world a NZE home was being built, there were some common themes: the importance of focusing on reducing loads rather than ‘solving’ issues with technology, and that a simple design is generally the most elegant solution. In 2013 we will host our first Summit that will see industry leaders collaborate on mapping the shortest ‘Path to Zero.’ We are confident that with your help we can help industry build momentum and meet the Coalition’s goal to make net-zero energy housing standard practice – in the near future. This Coalition will continue to educate, promote innovation, and provide unbiased and reliable knowledge around building better homes. If you too share in the vision that ‘one day all homes will be built this well,’ become a member, learn from others and share your knowledge as we travel together on the ‘Path to Zero.’ Sincerely, Gary Hamer Page 2 A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 2 Industry Endorsed Definitions On March 31, 2011, the Net-Zero Energy Home (NZEH) Coalition published an Industry Implementation Plan (IIP), in which it was noted that a common language was required before embarking upon any of the other efforts identified within the IIP. So the key starting point of the IIP was the development of industry endorsed net-zero energy and net-zero energy ready definitions with quantifiable performance metrics. As the only industry association in North America focused specifically on net-zero energy homes, the Coalition is uniquely positioned to lead this work. The Coalition has attracted an experienced group of individuals from diverse industries into its membership. This helps in both the operation of the organization and as a deep resource for consultation. Key industry specialists from across North America were recruited to form a Definitions Project Committee, including builders with experience in high performance homes. Individuals were selected for their knowledge in the processes and metrics of existing initiatives (such as EQuilibrium, R-2000, Super-E, Energy Star, Passivhaus, Active House, LEED for Homes, Built Green, the National Green Building Standard, etc.) with the intent to use the successful aspects and avoid the less successful aspects. Geographically diverse builders experienced in NZE home construction were chosen to ensure regional industry needs were appropriately considered. The Definitions Project Committee members engaged in comprehensive discussions, and although the quality of the discussions and input was unparalleled, arriving at a consensus on all issues was not possible during the short timeframe of this project. However, excellent progress was made and the result of this project provides important information that will support the continuation of this developmental work. The project report identifies definitions for both net-zero energy (NZE) and net-zero energy ready (NZER) homes as well as performance metrics recommendations derived from the project committee and industry survey. Additionally, the project outcomes section of the project report includes recommendations on verification methods, optimization tools, and how the deep energy retrofit industry might also be included in these efforts. The results of the market research survey questions are also included. For a copy of the full report go to netzeroenergyhome.ca/definitions-project Page 3 O N T H E P A T H T O Z E R O NZE A net-zero energy home is one that is designed, modelled, and constructed to produce as much energy as it consumes on an annual basis. NZER A net-zero energy ready home is one that is designed, modelled, and constructed to produce as much energy as it consumes on an annual basis but has not yet installed the onsite renewable energy generation system(s). Page 4 Webinars A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 2 In order to promote net-zero energy homes and disseminate best practices, we began to offer monthly informational and educational webinars in 2012. In 2012 the Coalition hosted 14 webinars which were attended by a total of 297 people. The webinars with the most attendees (37 each) were “Affordable Net-Zero Energy Housing - Optimization Research”, presented by Mark Carver, Natural Resources Canada, and “The Path to Net Zero Project”, presented by Anil Parekh, Senior Research Manager, Natural Resources Canada. The Coalition website contains a listing of all our past webinars. (The list for 2012 is shown on page 5.) On each webinar web page, the presenter’s slide deck and a link to the webinar recording can be found. In 2012, Coalition members enjoyed unlimited access to our live webinars as well as archived webinar recordings via Dropbox. Non-members joined our live webinars for $25. Page 5 O N T H E P A T H T O Z E R O Jan 19 Creating Net-Zero Energy Homes: Low/No-Tech Opportunities Presented by Ann V. Edminster, Design AVEnues Feb 23 The Harmony House EQuilibrium NZE Project: Design, Construction and Lessons Learned Presented by Chris Mattock, Habitat Design + Consulting Ltd Mar 15 Net Zero in the Frozen North: Lessons Learned from 4 Generations of Net Zero Houses Presented by Peter Amerongen, Habitat Studio & Workshop Ltd. Mar 27 Affordable Net-Zero Energy Housing - Optimization Research Presented by Mark Carver, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) Apr 17 Strategic Adaptive Philanthropy and Social Enterprise Co-Presented by Gena Rotstein, Advisor in Philanthropy, Dexterity Consulting, and Devika Shah, Director of Strategic Relationships, Pembina Institute Jun 14 International Approaches to Net-Zero Energy Housing Presented by Jeff Culp, the Super E House Program Jun 19 Housing for a Changing World Presented by Ryan Scott, President, Avalon Master Builder, and Sustainable Housing Technology Road Map (SHTRM) Chair Jul 12 US DOE Challenge Home: Defining Zero Net-Energy Ready Homes and Their Business Case Presented by Sam Rashkin, Chief Architect, DOE Building Technologies Program Jul 24 Modeling Net-Zero Energy Homes with BeOPT Presented by Scott Bucking, Smart Net-Zero Energy Buildings Strategic Research Network (SNEBRN) Aug 21 Laneway Homes: The Top Ten Reasons to Build Small Presented by Dale Parkes, Project Green Architecture Oct 4 Designing with SIPS to Assure a Net-Zero-Energy Outcome Presented by Ted Clifton, Principal, Zero-Energy Plans LLC Oct 16 Current National and International Research Initiatives into Near and Net-Zero Energy Buildings Presented by Josef Ayoub, SNEBRN, NRCan & International Energy Agency (IEA) Nov 8 How Landmark is Using Prefabrication to Build Affordable Net-Zero Energy Homes Presented by Dave Turnbull, Landmark Group of Builders Dec 11 The Path to Net Zero Project Presented by Anil Parekh, Senior Research Manager, Natural Resources Canada 2012 Webinars Page 6 A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 2 Membership In 2012, the Coalition saw a growth in membership of 37%. Together we are building a community of net-zero energy home industry stakeholders with a stronger voice for our specific needs. As of December 31, 2012, our members were: 02550751002009 2010 2011 201220 256082MembershipCompanies Builders 361 Architecture Avalon Master Builder 4 Elements Integrated Design LTD. Boundary Design Agate Inn De Young Properties Alaska Center for Appropriate Technology (ACAT) Decker Homes Atlas EnviroTech Inc. Effect Home Builders Ltd BASF Canada Inc. Habitat Studio & Workshop Ltd. BC Hydro Insightful Healthy Homes Inc. Bfreehomes Design Ltd. Jigsaw Homes C3 K & P Contracting Ltd. Canadian Passive House Institute (CanPHI) Kealey Tackaberry Log Homes Ltd. Canadian Solar Solutions Inc. Kerubico Inc. Cascadia Ecohomes Ltd. Landmark Group of Builders ClimateCHECK Corporation Minto Communities Inc. Cold Climate Housing Research Center (CCHRC) Nexbuild Construction Corporation Design AVEnues LLC RDC Fine Homes Inc. E. I. duPont Canada Company EcoAmmo Acadamia EcoSYNERGY Carleton Sustainable Energy Research Centre (CSERC) Eli-T Design & Prototyping for NZEH Ltd. Smart Net-zero Energy Buildings Strategic Research Network (SNEBRN) Enbridge Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) Polytechnic ENVINT Consulting FM Residential Associations Habitat Design + Consulting Ltd. Alberta Energy Efficiency Alliance (AEEA) Hometech Energy Solutions Inc. Alliance to Save Energy (ASE) HTO Water Technologies Inc. Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance (CEEA) Hydro Ottawa Limited Canadian Gas Association (CGA) Interactive Leader Canadian Residential Energy Services Network (CRESNET) Mindscape Innovations Canadian Solar Industries Association (CanSIA) Montreal ZERO Inc. North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) Canada Now House Project Inc Structural Insulated Panel Association (SIPA) Plasti-Fab Ltd. Project Green Architecture Individuals Roxul Inc. Chris Chopik Simple Solar Heating Ltd. Gail Lawlor SIP Building Systems Inc. Gordon Howell Sol-Tech Gordon Shields Solaris Manufacturing Inc Jonathan Smegal Sunshine Construction LLC Justin Pockar Sustainable Housing and Education Consultants Kelton Friedrich SynergEn Systems Inc. Kim Walton VerEco Homes Inc. Mary Florence Brink What's Working Inc. Michael Lio Norm Connolly Patrick Martins Scott Werenka W.M. Tex McLeod Page 7 O N T H E P A T H T O Z E R O Member Relations Survey In May 2012, the Coalition conducted its first annual Member Relations Survey. Here's some of what we learned from the 44% who completed the survey: About the Coalition ? 97% agreed or strongly agreed that they’re satisfied with the purpose and vision statements, and the values. ? 90% agreed or strongly agreed that they’re satisfied with the overall direction of the Coalition. ? 57% would not like to and 43% would like to contribute more input towards the direction and efforts of the Coalition. (The additional comments provided with this question, as well as the results from the previous question, indicate that those who do not want to contribute more input feel that there is no need to since we are moving in the right direction. Those who do want to contribute more indicated that they would like to participate in focus/work groups, task forces, and committees.) ? 93% agreed or strongly agreed that it was important for the Coalition to align as much as possible with complementary programs and initiatives. Engaging our Members ? 86% agreed or strongly agreed that they’re satisfied with the amount of information they receive. ? 93% agreed or strongly agreed that they’re satisfied with the quality of content. ? 93% agreed or strongly agreed that they’re satisfied with the overall level of communication they receive. ? 83% agreed or strongly agreed that the Coalition has a process by which members can offer input/feedback. 100% said they are receiving good value for their membership. Page 8 A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 2 Financials As a not-for-profit, the Coalition is not required to publish an annual report or have our financials audited. However, we do these things because we believe that transparency of our financials is in alignment with our values and upholds the trusting relationships we have developed with our members, sponsors, and key stakeholders. The chart below shows a basic overview of our reviewed and/or audited figures for fiscal years 2007 through 2012. Year Ending December 31 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Revenue $131,116 $89,513 $95,868 $103,139 $116,988 $93,210 Expenses $107,765 $111,731 $92,003 $108,523 $112,867 $91,557 Revenue over Expenses $23,351 ($22,218) $3,865 ($5,384) $4,121 $1,653 Assets $72,351 $63,883 $50,732 $28,778 $38,410 $40,201 Liabilities $49,000 $62,750 $45,734 $29,164 $34,675 $34,813 Net Assets $23,351 $1,133 $4,998 ($386) $3,735 $5,388 Cash, End of Year $35,168 $26,952 $1,431 $22,166 $31,560 B o a r d o f D i r e c t o r s President Gary Hamer BC Hydro Burnaby, BC Past President Simon Knight C3 Calgary, AB Vice President Cory Krygier Jigsaw Homes Calgary, AB Treasurer/Secretary Frank Baker Plasti-Fab Ltd. Blissfield, MI Director Robert Armstrong BASF Canada Inc. Mississauga, ON Director Ann Edminster Design AVEnues LLC Pacifica, CA Director David Johnston What's Working Inc. Boulder, CO Director Paul Locke E. I. du Pont Canada Company Mississauga, ON Director Gordon Shields Individual Contributor Nepean, ON Ex-Officio Director Sam Rashkin US DOE Washington, DC Ex-Officio Director Peter Amerongen Habitat Studio & Workshop Ltd Edmonton, AB In November 2012, Peter Amerongen was welcomed as an Ex-Officio Director on our Board. Thank you, 2012 Sponsors 905.867.7410 info@netzeroenergyhome.ca www.netzeroenergyhome.ca @NZEHCoalition 7245 Joliette Crescent Mississauga, Ontario L5N 1Z2, Canada NET-ZERO ENERGY HOME COALITION Strategic Sponsor Sustaining Sponsors Signature Sponsors If you print this document, please choose FSC certified paper that is 100% post-consumer waste.