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BUSINESS NEWS CANADA’S FIRST NET-ZERO CARBON HOSPITAL SET TO OPEN IN 2027 The new Cowichan District Hospital Replacement Project – scheduled to open in 2027 – sets a benchmark for environmental responsibility in healthcare. Designed by Parkin Architects Limited in association with ZGF Architects, the future CDH will be the first hospital in Canada to achieve Zero Carbon Building – Design™ certification from the Canada Green Building Council. It is also British Columbia’s first fully electric hospital. “This landmark achievement reflects our commitment to innovative, sustainable design that supports both environmental responsibility and community well-being,” says Shane Czypyha, principal at Parkin. “By integrating cutting-edge efficiency measures and renewable energy solutions, this facility sets a new benchmark for the future of healthcare infrastructure.” The facility is being hailed as a model for the next generation of hospitals, delivering enhanced patient care in a space purpose-
built to minimize environmental impact and withstand future climate-related challenges. Sustainability highlights of the new CDH include fossil fuel-free, all-electric operation; 30 percent lower energy demand compared to the existing hospital; advanced ventilation systems to ensure clean indoor air; on-site solar panels will generate 2.5 percent of the hospital’s annual energy needs; water-saving technologies will reduce consumption by 60 percent relative to the current facility; use of sustainable construction materials, including low-carbon concrete and mass timber to minimize embodied carbon in construction; and LED lighting and low-emission refrigerants to further cut operational emissions. The future CDH is seen as a step toward a healthcare system that protects both people and the planet. The new facility will also create a more comfortable, efficient, and resilient environment for patients and staff alike.
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same high speed turns you are. You’ll be able to do things like sharpen leadership skills or fine-tune your growth strategy. This year’s conference is built for AEC firms of every size and shape. It’s meant to help firms develop those practical skills, and, maybe, a bit of swagger, too. While we’ll talk a lot about speed and business performance, the pillars of the event – to recharge, connect, learn, and celebrate – will allow time to focus on you and your firm, leaving you refreshed, inspired, and energized for the future of your firm. The phrase “slow down to speed up” will set the tone as we kick off the event. No matter the size of your firm, your location, or your specialization, the 2025 ElevateAEC Conference is the place to be. All we ask is that you bring a need for speed. This year in San Antonio you’ll be flying high with an amazing squadron. This conference brings together some of the best and boldest minds from the AEC industry with the means to connect, collaborate, and celebrate. It’s more than a networking opportunity; it’s a launch pad for your firm’s future. The Speed of Business is about more than moving fast. It’s also about moving intentionally. The 2025 ElevateAEC Conference will provide the jet fuel to take your firm toward its goals. ElevateAEC is more than a conference. It’s where the AEC industry comes to shift gears, plot new courses, and get fired up about the future. Don’t miss out on the 2025 ElevateAEC Conference. If you can add a day to the front end of the event, you can dive deep into M&A with the pre-conference symposium, M&A Next. Both events are certain to provide high ROI on your week. So, get ready, this is your chance to be part of something fast, focused, and unforgettable. Chad Clinehens is president and CEO of Zweig Group. Contact him at cclinehens@ zweiggroup.com. ELEVATEAEC CONFERENCE & AWARDS GALA The largest in-person gathering of industry leaders and award-winning firms, the 2025 conference promises to be bigger and better than ever with a jam-packed agenda designed to help you connect, learn, and celebrate like never before. Join us September 9-11 in San Antonio, Texas. Learn more!
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