Netzero energy precast concrete homes
The innovative NetZero energy precast concrete home project that commenced in the fall of 2011 was a partnership with Stantec and it showcased our support for Habitat for Humanity (HFH). The duplex's innovative and integrative design, coupled with sustainable materials, helped create the ultimate energy-efficient precast concrete home. The Netzero energy precast concrete homes project was a first-of-its-kind in Canada and provided a "hand up" to two hard-working HFH partner families.
"Lafarge is proud to support Habitat for Humanity in this exciting pilot project that will show how precast concrete can be used to build highly energy efficient homes while helping members of our community at the same time. We are pleased to be involved in a solution which delivers on environmental, economic and social aspects of sustainability. National Precast Day is an opportunity for Lafarge to educate hundreds of engineers, architects and students about sustainable construction and is the ideal occasion to feature a NetZero energy home," said Rene Thibault, Western Canada Aggregates & Concrete Regional President, Lafarge North America.
"As a longtime supporter of Habitat, Stantec is proud to have provided the architectural design and sustainability consulting for this innovative project that offers exemplary environmental performance," said Keith Shillington, Vice President, Stantec, Edmonton Region. "This results in lower monthly utility costs that make this home attainable for more hard working families in Edmonton, while the lessons learned here can be replicated worldwide."
Lafarge, Stantec and HFH are excited to pioneer a solution that will meet the housing needs today and to help create communities for the future. This Netzero energy precast concrete homes project was a stepping stone for venturing into creating more sustainable residential solutions with precast concrete.
"Habitat for Humanity is partnering with innovative companies and organizations to find sustainable solutions for affordable home ownership," said Susan Green, Chair, HFHE. "We are very grateful to Lafarge and Stantec for selecting Habitat as the beneficiary of this pioneering initiative."
For more information regarding this Netzero energy precast concrete homes project, and the Precast concrete products like Hollowcore concrete floor planks and Insulcore insulated precast wall panels that were installed as part of this Netzero sustainable construction project contact:
Jason Rabasse, CET
Lafarge Precast Edmonton, Sales Manager
