By The Canadian Press

Alberta adopts building code changes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Oct 25, 2016 | 3:02 PM

EDMONTON – Alberta is adopting construction rules that aim to make new homes and other buildings more energy efficient to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The updated or new codes that cover building, electrical, gas and sewage systems go into effect next month.

They include energy efficiency requirements for windows, lighting, insulation, heating, service-water heating, ventilation and air-conditioning.

The government says the changes will increase the cost of new homes, but the energy savings will make up for any increase over time.

The Canadian Home Builders’ Association says its members already meet and exceed some of the new standards.

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Jesse Row, executive director of the Alberta Energy Efficiency Alliance, praised the new rules, saying they are overdue.