b'DEEP RETROFIT ACCELERATOR PROGRAMThe ORA is a free program funded byA QUICKER ROUTE TO NET ZERO part of decarbonization initiatives (read NRCans Deep Retrofit Accelerator Initiative.These are the early days for ORA. Sincemore on page 12). Specifically, Hydro It is applicable for retrofits of commercial,the programs soft launch in June, HydroOttawa will cover up to 75 per cent of the institutional, high-rise residential andOttawa has been focused on building thecost of carbon pathway studies for eligible mid-rise residential properties. Throughteam and developing the offerings. In itscommercial, institutional, high-rise and the program, participants gain access tocurrent state, participants can take advan- mid-rise multi-unit residential buildings in a network of experts, resources, trainingtage of free advisory services, subsidizedHydro Ottawas service territory. Additional and incentives to assist at any stage of theirsupport for carbon pathway studies fromsupport is available for affordable and decarbonization projectsfrom informa- delivery partners and a library of planningsocial housing.tion gathering to assessments, planning,tools and training opportunities. implementation, continuous improvementsHydro Ottawa has also established an and beyond.A big part of what were doing is fosteringin-house decarbonization team to support collaboration among industry profes- the delivery of this program by fielding Retrofits, and especially deep retrofits insionals, policymakers and technologycustomer questions and providing advice buildings, tend to be complex projects withproviders across the public and privateand guidance throughout their decarbon-many different considerations, says Carr.sector, says Carr. We want to leverageization journeys initiatives.As a utility, we want to meet customersthe kind of network of expertise that exists wherever they are in this journey andin our city to help building owners andHydro Ottawa is a trusted source that support them along the way. The goal is tomanagers overcome the common barrierscustomers can rely on whenever they help those customers minimize the chal- to large-scale retrofits, such as highwant to know more about things like lenges associated with undertaking energyupfront costs and technical challenges.carbon pathway studies, how to access Overcoming these barriers will require a and carbon retrofit projects and, of course,multifaceted approach. other decarbonization and conservation help them capitalize on opportunities thatprograms and incentives in the market, or exist both through this program and otherParticipants can access subsidized carbonhow to address key financing and logistical initiatives in the market. pathway studies, which are a foundationalchallenges, says Carr. Your Partner in HVAC SolutionsYour Partner in HVAC Solutionsinfo@odellhvac.com | | www.odellhvac.com | | (613) 366-2017info@odellhvac.com www.odellhvac.com (613) 366-2017PARTNER WITH US FOR YOURFAST TRACK TO SUCCESS!A PROUD MEMBER OF BOMA Ottawa PUBLISHING DIGITAL ADVERTISINGVisit our website at www.mansteelrebar.com Contact Robert Thompson 1.647.494.4229 613-591-6674estimating@mansteelrebar.com www.mediaedge.ca16 THE BUILDING | 2024 ISSUEYour Partner in HVAC Solutionsinfo@odellhvac.com | www.odellhvac.com | (613) 366-2017'