Energy Efficiency in Buildings
Buildings Publications
Spring 2009
These free publications from Natural Resources Canada's Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE) can help you increase energy efficiency in your commercial, institutional or government buildings while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and helping create a healthier environment. We encourage you to download the electronic versions, but you can also order paper copies of selected publications on-line or fax a completed form found at the end of the PDF version. Titles listed below may differ from other listings.
General Publications
Publications by Sector
Colleges and Universities
Commercial Offices
Government Federal
Government Municipal
Health Care
Hospitality
Multi-Unit Residential
Recreation, Culture and Entertainment
Retail
Schools
Related OEE Publications
Data Analysis
Equipment
Industrial
Benchmarking
Heads Up Energy Efficiency Newsletter
Caddet International Publications
CanmetENERGY Publications
Dollars to $ense Workshop Manuals
Energy-Efficient Equipment
Energy Management Series
National Research Council Publications
OEE Publications
General Publications
Guides
- A Guide to Implementing an Energy Efficiency Awareness Program M144-22-2003E 2003
- Dollars to $ense Workshops, 2009
- ecoENERGY Programs for Buildings M144-173-2009E 2009 NEW
- ecoENERGY Retrofit: Application Guide and Forms for Buildings, 2009
- ecoENERGY Retrofit Incentives for Buildings M144-194-1-2008 2009 NEW
- Energy Performance Contracting Primer, 1993
- Financing your Building Retrofits M4-80-2009 2009 NEW
- Federal Buildings Initiative: Audit Standards Guidelines M92-246-2002E 2002
- Training for Energy-Efficient Buildings M144-194-2-2008 2009 NEW
- Validation of New Building Designs M144-194-3-2008 2009 NEW
Technical Fact Sheets
- Choosing a High Efficiency Chiller System, 2002
- DDC Control Strategies for Energy Efficiency, 2002
- Economizers for Packaged Air-Conditioning Units M144-20-2003E 2003
- Fluorescent Lamp and Ballast Options M144-148-2007E 2007
- Heat Recovery from Kitchen Refrigeration M92-242-2002-6E 2002
- Heat Recovery with Boiler Stack Economizers, 2002
- Installing High-Efficiency Boilers for Heating Plants, 2002
- Lighting Control, 2002
- Lighting Options for Gymnasiums M92-242-2002-4E 2002
- Monitoring and Targeting Techniques in Buildings M144-144-2007E 2007
- Premium-Efficiency Motors M144-21-2003E 2003
- Recommissioning Optimization of a Buildings' Systems Operation M143-3-1-2005E 2005
- Reducing Water Use by Installing a Closed-Loop Compressor Cooling System M92-242-2002-2E 2002
- Use of Automatic Vent Dampers for New and Existing Boilers and Furnaces, 2002
- Use of Variable Frequency Drives for Fan and Pump Control, 2002
Publications by Sector
Colleges and Universities
Guides
- Benchmarking and Best Practices Guide for College Facility Managers M92-189-2000E 2000
- Benchmarking and Best Practices Guide for College Finance Officers M92-188-2000E 2000
- Benchmarking Executive Summary for College Finance Officers M27-01-1432E 2000
- Fact Sheet: Renewable Energy: The Future Is Free M27-01-1472E 2001
New Building Design Case Studies
Retrofit Case Studies and Synopses
- Cégep de Saint-Hyacinthe M92-255-2002E 2002
- Cégep de Saint-Jérôme M27-01-1412E 2000
- École de technologie supérieure, 2005
- Langara College, 2005
- Malaspina University College M27-01-1310E 2000
- Sir Sandford Fleming College M27-01-1600E 2001
- University College of Fraser Valley M27-01-1350E 2000
- University of British Columbia M27-01-1434E 2000
- University of Calgary, 2004
- University of New Brunswick M27-01-1364E 2000
Commercial Offices
New Building Design Case Studies
- Building 2 – Crestwood, 2002
- Breton, Banville & Associés, 2002
- Yukon Energy, 2002
Recommissioning Case Study
- Telus House, 2008
Retrofit Case Studies and Synopses
- Brookfield Properties, 2005
- Cadillac Fairview, 2004
- GWL Realty M144-16-2003E 2003
- Kolter M144-32-2004E 2004
- Toronto-Dominion Centre, 2004
Government – Federal
Guides
Retrofit Case Studies and Synopses
- Banff National Park of Canada, 2008
- Canada Centre for Inland Waters M144-72-2005E 2005
- Canadian Forces Base Halifax, 2008
- Canadian Forces Base Kingston, 2008
- Communications Research Centre Canada M27-01-1735E 2002
- Communications Research Centre, 2006
- Employee Awareness and the Federal Buildings Initiative M27-01-1460E 2001
- National Research Council of Canada M27-01-1431E 2001
- Royal Canadian Mint, 2007
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police Training Academy M144-124-2006E 2006
Government – Municipal
New Building Design Case Studies
- Alice Turner Branch Library, 2002
- Richmond City Hall, 2002
Health Care
Guides
- A Guide to Implementing an Energy Efficiency Awareness Program in a Health Care Facility M144-1-2003E 2003
- Benchmarks and Best Practices for Acute and Extended Health Care Facilities M144-7-2003E 2003
- Health Care Energy Survey M27-01-1732E 2001
New Building Design Case Studies
- Northwood Lodge, 2002
- Peter D. Clark Long-Term Care Centre, 2002
Retrofit Case Studies and Synopses
- Centre d'hébergement et de soins de longue durée Biermans-Triest, 2005
- Charles LeMoyne Hospital M92-256-2002E 2002
- Dr. Leonard A. Miller Centre M144-36-2004E 2004
- Kenneth E. Spencer Memorial Home M27-01-1442E 2001
- Kingston General Hospital M27-01-1453E 2001
- Kiwanis Senior Citizens Home Ltd., 2009
- London Health Sciences Centre, 2004
- Regina Qu'Appelle Health Region M144-34-2004E 2004
- Royal Ottawa Hospital M27-01-1443E 2001
- South Westman Regional Health Authority, 2004
- The University Health Network M27-01-1459E 2001
- Toronto Grace Hospital, 2005
- Walter C. Mackenzie Health Sciences Centre M27-01-1439E 2001
Hospitality
Guides
- Benchmarking and Best Practices: Saving Energy Dollars in Hotels, Motels and Restaurants M144-10-2003E 2003
Retrofit Case Studies and Synopses
- CHIP Hospitality M144-37-2004E 2004
- Fairmont Hotels & Resorts M144-11-2003E 2003
- Famz Foods – Harvey's / Swiss Chalet M144-18-2003E 2003
- Novotel Ottawa, 2005
Multi-Unit Residential
New Building Design Case Studies
- 77 Governors Road, 2002
- Dockside Green, 2009 NEW
Retrofit Case Studies and Synopses
- Hollyburn Properties M144-35-2004E 2004
- MintoUrban Communities M92-263-2003E 2003
Recreation, Culture and Entertainment
New Building Design Case Studies
- Springhill Arena, 2009 NEW
- Joggins Fossil Centre, 2009 NEW
Retrofit Case Studies and Synopses
- Famous Players, 2004
Retail
Guides
- Benchmarking and Best Practices: Saving Energy Dollars in Stores, Supermarkets and Malls M144-23-2003E 2003
New Building Design Case Studies
- Autovalue – Central Auto Parts, 2002
- Mountain Equipment Co-op, 2002
- Promenade de Savoy IV, 2002
Retrofit Case Studies and Synopses
- Atlas Cold Storage, 2004
- Calgary Co-op M144-19-2003E 2004
- Hbc and Zellers M92-261-2003E 2003
- Ivanhoe – Cambridge, Group CDP, 2005
- West Edmonton Mall M144-17-2003E 2003
Schools
Guides
- Benchmarking Guide for School Facility Managers M92-221-2001E 2001
- Benchmarking Guide for School Finance Officers M92-219-2001E 2001
- Best Practices Guide for School Facility Managers M92-220-2001E 2001
New Building Design Case Studies
- Conseil scolaire catholique du Nouvel-Ontario, 2009 NEW
- Holy Rosary Catholic Elementary School, 2002
Retrofit Case Studies and Synopses
- Brandon School Division No. 40, 2005
- Commission scolaire des Hautes-Rivières, 2005
- Commission scolaire des Patriotes M144-33-2004E 2004
- Division scolaire franco-manitobaine, 2004
- Elk Island Public Schools, 2008
- Keewatin-Patricia District School Board M92-206-2000E 2000
- Regina School Division No. 4, 2004
- River East School Division No. 9 M92-203-2000E 2000
- School District No. 43 (British Columbia), 2004
Related OEE Publications
Data and Analysis
- Commercial and Institutional Consumption of Energy Survey 2005 M144-17-2005 2007
- Energy Efficiency Trends in Canada 1990 to 2005, 2007
- Energy Use Data Handbook 1990 to 2005, 2007
- Improving Energy Performance in Canada – Report to Parliament 2007-2008 M141-10-2008E 2008 NEW
Equipment
- Look for ENERGY STAR® to Identify the Most Energy-Efficient Products M144-12-2007E 2008
Industrial
- Boilers and Heaters: Improving Energy Efficiency M92-229-2001E 2001
- Energy Efficiency Planning and Management Guide M92-239-2001E 2002
- Energy-Efficient Motor Systems – Assessment Guide M92-165-2004E 2004
- Energy Management Information Systems M144-54-2004E 2004
- Energy Savings Toolbox – An Energy Audit Manual and Tool (CD-ROM) M144-101-2007-MRC 2007 NEW
Benchmarking
Heads Up Energy Efficiency Newsletter
This online newsletter helps keep you informed about energy efficiency in commercial, institutional and government buildings.
CADDET International Publications
This former association distributed publications on renewable energy and energy-saving technologies.
CanmetENERGY Publications NEW
CanmetENERGY offers publications on clean energy research and technology development such as the Recommissioning Guide for Building Owners and Managers.
Dollars to $ense Workshop Manuals
The OEE offers these workshops across the country, and as part of the fee, participants receive copies of relevant technical manuals and other documents.
Energy-Efficient Equipment
The OEE offers technical information about off-the-shelf equipment.
Energy Management Series
Written in the 1980s, these OEE technical manuals cover several topics. The password is “action.”
National Research Council Publications
The Institute for Research in Construction offers free publications and sells documents such as the Model National Energy Code for Buildings.
OEE Publications
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Buildings Division
Office of Energy Efficiency
Natural Resources Canada
580 Booth St., 18th floor
Ottawa ON K1A 0E4
Tel.: 877-360-5500 (toll free)
Fax: 613-947-4121
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