I'd like to see building codes changed to maximize solar capacity on roofs. Why are we still building roofs with decorative peaks, it wastes panel capacity. Had my home builder, built a functional, not pretty roof and lined up all the vents at the peak, I would have been able to place enough solar to meet my homes energy needs. Instead we were able to do 70%. Why in 2024, are we still dilly dallying around? Why aren't building codes already changed to require and maximize all the avenues of efficiency in new builds? Why is this such an uphill battle? Roofs need to be functional, built to maximize solar panels placement, houseing developments need to be oriented for max sun exposure. Eavestrough and window placement should be designed for minimal summer sun exposure, and max winter sun exposure, for cooling/heating purposes.
Are you concerned about another summer of record breaking heat in Edmonton?
Did you know there are basically no protections for renters experiencing unlivable temperatures in their homes?
Climate Justice Edmonton wants to hear how rising temperatures and extreme heat are affecting renters! If you are a renter in Edmonton, please consider filling out our survey about how heat is impacting you in your home. Survey responses will inform a Climate Justice Edmonton campaign that focuses on the rights of renters to be safe, healthy and cool in their homes.
We need to go further than "legalizing density". That is absolutely necessary but not sufficient to stop cost-ineffective and carbon-producing sprawl. To stop sprawl we will need more radical policy like Substantial Completion that actually requires existing communities and infrastructure to be fully utilized before new areas are considered. Otherwise, there is no policy that actually limits sprawl and curbs the unsustainable habits of suburban development.
I'd like to see building codes changed to maximize solar capacity on roofs. Why are we still building roofs with decorative peaks, it wastes panel capacity. Had my home builder, built a functional, not pretty roof and lined up all the vents at the peak, I would have been able to place enough solar to meet my homes energy needs. Instead we were able to do 70%. Why in 2024, are we still dilly dallying around? Why aren't building codes already changed to require and maximize all the avenues of efficiency in new builds? Why is this such an uphill battle? Roofs need to be functional, built to maximize solar panels placement, houseing developments need to be oriented for max sun exposure. Eavestrough and window placement should be designed for minimal summer sun exposure, and max winter sun exposure, for cooling/heating purposes.
Are you concerned about another summer of record breaking heat in Edmonton?
Did you know there are basically no protections for renters experiencing unlivable temperatures in their homes?
Climate Justice Edmonton wants to hear how rising temperatures and extreme heat are affecting renters! If you are a renter in Edmonton, please consider filling out our survey about how heat is impacting you in your home. Survey responses will inform a Climate Justice Edmonton campaign that focuses on the rights of renters to be safe, healthy and cool in their homes.
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We need to go further than "legalizing density". That is absolutely necessary but not sufficient to stop cost-ineffective and carbon-producing sprawl. To stop sprawl we will need more radical policy like Substantial Completion that actually requires existing communities and infrastructure to be fully utilized before new areas are considered. Otherwise, there is no policy that actually limits sprawl and curbs the unsustainable habits of suburban development.