Balcony Connections Targeted in Ontario’s Push for Energy Efficiency
AI Article Summary
Changes to the Ontario Building Code and Toronto Green Standard are increasing the focus on thermal performance, highlighting balcony connections as critical in reducing heat loss. Companies like Sapphire Balconies are advancing 'thermally broken' systems to address these standards. The Ontario Building Code and TGS aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improved balcony systems can help developers meet rigorous efficiency benchmarks and qualify for incentives. Sapphire is leading innovations with their thermally efficient prefabricated balconies and transparent Environmental Product Declarations.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project shows how innovations in thermally efficient systems can help Canadian builders meet new building code standards while also qualifying for financial incentives. For Canadian builders, this means a higher emphasis on early design planning and the use of verified products to ensure compliance with energy efficiency requirements. It also highlights the growing need for transparent environmental reporting and potential shifts in prefabricated construction methods.
