Deep Energy Retrofit Seminar 2026

DER 26 will showcase exciting and emergent technologies to propel the Deep Energy Retrofit sector, and is free and open to all.

Agenda

Concept Lecture: Butterfly Effect/Planetary Boundaries | 5:30 – 6:30 PM

• The Reduction Roadmap is an Earth-shot project which— for the first time ever—works to translate the Paris Agreement and the Planetary Boundary for Climate Change into industry-specific reduction targets for new housing projects. As a primary agency establishing this framework, CEBRA from Denmark, will present the roadmap with ENFORM Architects.

Case Study: Parametric Analysis for Social Housing | 6:30 – 7:30 PM

• This session covers our parametric design process for a holistic retrofit of a townhouse complex in Scarborough. Building on an already ambitious Toronto Community Housing RFP mandate, our team leveraged a pathfinder energy simulation to discover the best solution towards Zero Carbon design. The session will highlight the value of Energy Modelling during the schematic design phase and demonstrate how these early modelling insights can inform and further strengthen the overall design process.

Building Science Jeopardy | 7:30 – 8:30 PM

• Building Science Jeopardy is a live, high-energy session blending industry expertise with friendly competition. Presented by ENFORM Architects and hosted by Alex Lukachko, this interactive event turns deep energy retrofit principles into a fast-paced exchange of questions, insights, and real-world applications.

Networking | 8:30 – 10:00 PM