Length: 1 CEU
Topic: Advanced Technology
Delivery Mode: Online On-Demand
What's Included: Video, Quiz, & Certificate
Registration Fee: Members $50 | Intern $35 | Student $25 | Non-Member $75
This webinar is part of the RAIC 2025 Conference on Architecture!
As we work towards achieving our 2030 and 2050 Net Zero Carbon targets, a coordinated approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions is essential. The Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry—and architects in particular—must actively lead in this endeavor. Currently, buildings account for nearly 30% of global energy consumption, with approximately 84% of that energy derived from fossil fuels. Among building energy uses, space heating represents around 50%, while ventilation and air conditioning contribute 8% and 2-3%, respectively.
To meet Canada's commitment to a net-zero electricity grid by 2035 and a net-zero economy by 2050, we must reimagine our buildings for the future. Can we 'electrify' our buildings to connect seamlessly with this upcoming net-zero electricity system?
Discuss the role that buildings can play towards de-carbonization.
Describe Canada’s 2035 Net-Zero Grid.
Explain the benefits and drawbacks of an all-electric building.
Identify what is involved with planning for and designing an all-electric building.
Subject Matter Expert:
Yew-Thong Leong
OAA, FRAIC
Architect, Toronto Metropolitan University
Yew-Thong Leong is Associate Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University and Managing Director of ssg architecture inc. A graduate of the Pratt Institute, NYC, he has taught and practiced concurrently for close to 4 decades. He has designed clinical and research labs in the life sciences, healthcare and long-term care facilities and specialized housing. He just concluded a 5-year research program in Healthy Homes, Healthy Buildings and Healthy Cities.
This webinar is in English. Closed captions have been provided in both English and French.
Pricing
Member: $50 / Non-Member: $75
Intern Member: $35 / Intern Non-Member: $75
Student: $25 (must be an RAIC student associate member)