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18 Feb 2010 / 12:20 pm
Hot Property – What does the Future Hold for Canada’s Ski Town Real Estate
Imagine Whistler without snow but for the lower altitude ski areas of Whistler Mountain it was already starting in 2007. It is not only a possibility, but we have seen in this year’s Olympic coverage there seems a constant flow of flippant comments about Rain and Fog. Impacts are so pressing that resort operators have been looking to climate forecasters to help them mitigate risk and creatively plan for future business success. Real Estate holdings, Mountain operations, development and profitability are on the table. For the benefit of the planet, both skiers and resorts are beginning to undergo intense reconciliation.
World ski Mecca Whistler BC was the host location for the Real Estate Institute of British Columbia’s Conference (REIBC) on the Effects of Climate Change on Real Estate a few years ago. While there I had the pleasure of attending a series of expert talks presented by Insurance companies and scientists. As a lifetime skier and snowboard fanatic, I was saddened to hear that the future of many of the world’s ski resorts are not only at risk, but are bracing themselves for lasting decline in natural ski conditions. According to the Arthur deJong, Spokesperson for Whistler Resort, “within projected 4 degree increase in global average temperature we anticipate the closure of 75% of the world’s ski resorts”. This should come as no surprise with mounting awareness of accelerated world wide glacial melting and general atmospheric warming. The question weighing on my mind is ‘what are the implications for real estate holdings as a result of the hard-hitting messages from scientific researchers evaluating impacts of climate change on real estate in BC; from insurance and liability to food security and drought the risks are mounting’.
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28 Apr 2009 / 11:32 am
Energy Ministry Backs Down from Time of Sale Energy Audits
http://www.thestar.com/article/625446Rob Ferguson Toronto Star
QUEEN’S PARK BUREAU
A backlash from consumers and the real estate industry over a plan to require energy audits every time a home is sold has prompted Energy Minister George Smitherman to back down.
The audits – which raised concerns that information could be used to beat down the price on the seller’s home – will no longer be mandatory under amendments to the government’s Green Energy Act now working its way through the Legislature.
See the Original Article
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22 Apr 2009 / 9:20 pm
bsq and Bosley Real Estate Present Shipping Container Architecture at Green Living Toronto
“Shipping containers represent a promising and emerging green building and infill development market. I am deeply commited to helping clients put a value on green builing and I am enamoured with container building. While helping bsq principals Rob and Alex find a site for their container office it seemed like a natural partnership for Bosley.” Says Green Living presenter and Green Realtor Chris Chopik.
Learn more about bsq container architecture
Learn more about Chris Chopik at Green Living
Learn more about Bosely Real Estate
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14 Apr 2009 / 9:08 pm
Green Energy, Living and Realty Sound Sustainable Podcast
April 13th, 2009
The Sounds Sustainable podcast caught up again recently with Chris Chopik for a discussion of the Green Energy Act, the upcoming Green Living show and more. Chris is a Toronto Realtor with a focus on green buildings and home energy use and instructor with the Toronto Real Estate Board. Much of what Chris is up to can be followed at EvolutionGreen.com
Sounds Sustainable Podcast - Green Energy Act, Green Living show and Green Realtor Chris Chopik (right click, save as to download)
http://besustainable.com/weblog/2009/04/13/green-energy-living-and-realty/
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19 Mar 2009 / 11:26 am
Green Toronto Awards: Finalists Announced
Green Toronto Awards: Finalists Announced
Torontonians recognized for their contribution to greening our city
Toronto, ON, March 19, 2009 – The City of Toronto and Green Living are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2009 Green Toronto Awards. Selected from the largest number of nominations ever received by the City, the finalists are the individuals, organizations and companies making an outstanding contribution to a greener Toronto for us all.
Mayor David Miller, Deputy Mayor Joe Pantalone, and actor and environmentalist Ed Begley, Jr. will announce the winners at the Green Toronto Awards ceremony on April 23, 2009 at the Direct Energy Centre, Heritage Court on the Green Living Show Main Stage. The public is invited to attend and cheer on the finalists at this free event which kicks-off this year’s Green Living Show. Award winners will also receive a $5,000 donation for a registered charity of their choice.
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01 Mar 2009 / 10:45 pm
ecoENERGY for Buildings and Houses National
http://www.ecoaction.gc.ca/buildings
The Energy Efficiency Housing Initiative offers a variety of education programs for the residential (&
construction) sector on building new homes that are energy efficient, including guidelines to increase energy
efficiency by 30% compared to Provincial building codes, the EnerGuide rating system, and ENERGY
STAR® for New Homes.
Natural Resources Canada, OEE, Housing and Equipment Division
1-800-622-6232
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24 Feb 2009 / 1:16 pm
Mandatory Energy Audits Green Energy Act Real Estate
McGuinty defends mandatory energy audits; says home buyers will get more clarity (**>Ont<**-Green-Energy-Act) TORONTO _ Premier Dalton McGuinty is defending a plan to saddle homeowners with a mandatory $300 energy audit as part of his Green Energy Act.
McGuinty says forcing people to conduct audits is a good idea because it will allow buyers to know what their energy costs will be.
He says home buyers are entitled to know what kind of costs they will incur at the time of purchase and make comparisons ``on an apples to apples basis.’’
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11 Feb 2009 / 3:22 pm
ONTARIO TO MAKE BUILDINGS MORE ENERGY EFFICIENT
Proposed Act Would Entrench Conservation Review Into Building Code
Ontario To Make Buildings More Energy Efficient
“Ontario has worked very hard over the past five years to become a leading jurisdiction in energy conservation. We have made good progress, but more can be done, and there are big savings to be found in making our buildings more efficient,” said Premier Dalton McGuinty.
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04 Feb 2009 / 5:05 pm
The Green Energy Act Alliance was happy to hear the following announcement by Premier Dalton McGuint
The Green Energy Act Alliance was happy to hear the following announcement by Premier Dalton McGuinty yesterday
GREEN ENERGY CREATES JOBS
Proposed New Act Would Result in 50,000 New Jobs
NEWS - February 3, 2009
“Because of our Green Energy Act, our province would be greener, stronger, and in a better position to compete and win against the rest of the world. We’re going to seize this opportunity to build a better Ontario — better for jobs, better for our children, better for our planet,” said Premier Dalton McGuinty.
“Everywhere I go in Ontario, people tell me they want us to build a greener province. I’ll be introducing legislation soon that would make Ontario a world-leading jurisdiction for renewable energy, with best-in-class programs designed to yield best-in-class progress to attract investment and create 21st century job opportunities for Ontarians,” said George Smitherman, Deputy Premier and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure.
Join the Green Energy Act Alliance
Ontario
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09 Jan 2009 / 5:54 pm
Green Building and Green Living Workshops at Toronto Botanical Gardens 2009
The Toronto Botanical Garden and Everdale present…
-Building a Sustainable Home: An Owner’s Perspective-in Toronto
Date/time: Saturday, January 31, 2009 10:00am - 4:00pm
With John Wilson of the Natural Living Network
-Ecological Renovations - in Toronto
Date/time: Saturday, February 28, 2009 10:00am - 4:00pm
With Joshua Abush P.Eng, a renovator and certified energy advisor with a Masters of Engineering in green building and building science.
Reduce the ecological impact of your home renovation by balancing energy efficiency, low impact materials selection, building techniques, and timeless design.
-Green Roofs and Roof Gardens-in Toronto
Date/time: Saturday, March 28, 2009 10:00am - 4:00pm
With Janna Levitt, B.A., B.Arch., OAA of Levitt Goodman Architects and Terry McGlade, Horticulturalist and president of Gardens in the Sky, recipient of many gardening awards including 2007 City of Toronto Green Roof Award. Terry has been instrumental in bringing greenroof technology into its own in Canada.
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25 Nov 2008 / 11:31 am
OurPower.ca - Community Power Update - Nov/08
1. Community Solar Projects In The GTA
It would take another email to go through all the updates and exciting things that have been happening with community solar projects in and around the GTA. Click here to review the one-page report!
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20 May 2008 / 12:42 am
Strawberries and Asparagus 2008
June 14th, 2008
“Strawberries & Asparagus” is a community celebration of all things green. This day-long festival in Toronto’s Cedarvale Park promotes public space, local and organic food, local sustainable business, nature appreciation, music, and fitness & health. Come along and enjoy
healthy snacks and solar ice cream
free activities for children and adults
live music on our solar stage
a marketplace for green businesses and environmental organizations
This not-for-profit event is organized each year by EvolutionGreen.Com and human capital partner Green Neighbours 21, a grass-roots environmental group in Toronto’s Ward 21.
There is also an Inorganic Market™ taking place – you can drop off used or broken electronic items for free recycling. Laptops, desktops, iPods, mp3 players, cell phones and more will be collected. Come out, meet the community, and enjoy the fun!
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22 Apr 2008 / 3:22 am
Green Real Estate Carries Fewer Risks
Hot Property – The David Suzuki Foundation Weighs in on Real Estate
According to the Suzuki report developers should consider the following in selecting a development site and establishing appropriate development;
“Whether the location is at risk from identified global warming impacts;
Whether Protective measures are in place or required to protect the property against the existing impact; and
Whether these measures take identified climate impacts into account.”
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14 Apr 2008 / 6:45 pm
The New Energy Reality
Monday, April 21
Green Neighbours 21 Monthly Meeting
7:00 – 9:00 pm
St. Michael and All Angel’s
(southeast corner of St. Clair and Wychwood – enter off Wychwood)
7:00 pm Discussion of Green Neighbours 21 projects and how you can get involved.
8:00 pm The New Energy Reality
Randy Park, a professional speaker, author, and chair of Post Carbon Toronto, will explain why oil is $110 per barrel, where it might be going (in price and supply), and what you need to do to prepare your life for the new energy reality.
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03 Apr 2008 / 10:51 am
The New Energy Reality
Monday, April 21
Green Neighbours 21 Monthly Meeting
7:00 – 9:00 pm
St. Michael and All Angel’s
(southeast corner of St. Clair and Wychwood – enter off Wychwood)
7:00 pm Discussion of Green Neighbours 21 projects and how you can get involved.
8:00 pm The New Energy Reality
Randy Park, a professional speaker, author, and chair of Post Carbon Toronto, will explain why oil is $110 per barrel, where it might be going (in price and supply), and what you need to do to prepare your life for the new energy reality.
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The EvoG Team
Chris Chopik
Chris Chopik
Director of Evolution and Realtor
Chris is a Toronto Real Estate Board Instructor
Email or call Chris at 416-993-4870
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Green Real Estate Training
or Green Building Consultation Services
Interested in getting involved or have a question for our team? Contact us at: chris@evolutiongreen.com
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