Extreme heat bylaws: Perspectives from our retrofit services manager10/2024 - Our latest retrofit diary from Kaitlin Carroll, Retrofit Services Manager, offers practical considerations and explores how thoughtful planning can ensure extreme heat bylaws benefit both building owners and tenants.
YWCA Hamilton raises the bar to build amazing affordable housing11/2021 - New YWCA building in Hamilton shows what’s possible when resident health, comfort, and the climate are put first. We interviewed key players from the design and project teams and took a tour of the facilities. Take a peek to find out how they did it.
Deep Retrofit Diary: A New Kind of Project Delivery6/2021 - There’s one basic concept that is completely changing the way we do retrofits at TAF. Integrated Project Delivery integrates people, systems, business structures and practices into a process that collaboratively harnesses the talents and insights of all participants.
Groundbreaking research shows how retrofits can improve the indoor environment6/2019 - TAF recently completed a comprehensive study linking energy efficiency retrofits to improved indoor environmental quality.
Smart Thermostat Retrofits Improve Comfort and Reduce Emissions3/2019 - New TAF research estimates smart thermostat retrofits in multi-unit residential buildings can provide 8.8-11.8 per cent energy savings while also providing tenants with comfort and control.
Meet Kaitlin Carroll, 2018’s Top 30 Under 30 in Sustainability11/2018 - Each year, Corporate Knights recognizes the top 30 individuals under 30 years old who are showcasing great leadership on sustainability issues. Congratulations to TAF’s Kaitlin Carroll, a member of our TowerWise team, who is one of the 2018's recipients! Meet Kaitlin and learn more about her passions in our blog.