Transform commercial properties into high-performance, net-zero assets with proven decarbonization strategies and advanced energy retrofits.
Deep energy retrofits provide a coordinated, whole-building approach to significantly reducing energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, operating costs, maintenance issues, and occupant comfort concerns. Unlike standard retrofits that replace individual systems, deep energy retrofits address the interactions between the building envelope, HVAC systems, lighting, controls, plug loads, process loads, and building operations. Depending on the building type and existing baseline, these projects may achieve energy reductions of approximately 50% or more.
This course provides a practical introduction to planning and implementing deep energy retrofits in existing buildings. Participants will learn how to establish project objectives and performance targets, align improvements with capital renewal cycles, assess existing building performance, evaluate retrofit measures, and develop coordinated implementation pathways. The course also covers energy auditing, energy modelling, financial and risk analysis, detailed design, construction, commissioning, performance verification, electrification, available financial incentives, and strategies for overcoming common retrofit barriers.
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Principal and Director of Engineering | GSP Engineering
Ahmad holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Manitoba, Canada. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Manitoba. He has over 10 years of experience specializing in energy modeling, energy auditing, mechanical building systems design, and mechanical construction management and estimating. As Principal and Director of Engineering at GSP Engineering, Ahmad leads efforts in creating sustainable, high-performance building solutions that prioritize energy efficiency and sustainability. In addition to his role at GSP Engineering, he is a Certification Reviewer for the Canadian Green Building Council (CAGBC) for a variety of green building programs, including LEED and Zero Carbon Buildings. Ahmad’s professional journey includes significant roles with Siemens, KMC, and other industry leaders, where he gained hands-on experience in building automation, project design, and project management. With a strong background in mechanical construction and building automation, he has managed and executed numerous large-scale projects in these areas. His expertise includes supervising the installation and commissioning of complex mechanical systems in the healthcare and education sectors. In his previous roles with companies like Siemens, he oversaw the installation and commissioning of Building Management Systems (BMS) for large-scale hospitals and schools. Additionally, Ahmad’s professional experience involved developing cost estimates through detailed assessment of project specifications and engineering drawings for industrial, commercial, and institutional projects utilizing advanced take-off software. He has worked on executing projects involving various types of engineering systems, including industrial process systems for water treatment plants & lift stations, building automation systems, hydronic heating and cooling systems, commercial refrigeration systems, HVAC systems, plumbing, natural gas, and propane systems.
