Options for Domestic Hot Water - Meeting EL3 and 4 in the Zero Carbon Step Code
Options for Domestic Hot Water - Meeting EL3 and 4 in the Zero Carbon Step Code
May 13, 2026 (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM) (PDT)
Description
2 CPD
Agenda:
1:00PM - 2:00PM - Presentation by Matheus Alfred-Olmedo, Energy Advisor, Capital Home Energy
2:00PM - 3:00PM - Panel discussion (Matheus Alfred-Olmedo, Karan Virk, Pinder Dhindsa)
3:00PM – 7:00PM – 19th ANNUAL HAVAN BUILDERS EXPO
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Course Overview:
The Zero Carbon Step Code aims at reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with operational carbon in a home. There is often confusion regarding what is and not allowed in a new home. This course aims to clarify how the Zero Carbon metrics are calculated, and specifically how it affects domestic hot water options for homes targeting Emission Levels 3 and 4. Attendees should get a sense of what options are available to them by the end of the session.
Key Learning Outcome:
The builders will learn what starting options for domestic hot water fuels are available to achieve high Zero Carbon Step Code levels, while maintaining some fuel options.
Key Takeaway:
Learn how the Zero Carbon step code is calculated; learn the about the impact of Domestic Hot Water usage in Zero Carbon Step Code; learn about domestic hot water options using both natural gas and electricity that meet high ZCSC
SPEAKERS:

Matheus Alfred-Olmedo, Capital Home Energy
Matheus has been working in the residential sector for over 15 years and has been with Capital Home Energy since 2015. As a Master Energy Advisor (MEA) with the Canadian Association of Consulting Energy Advisors (CACEA) he consults with designers, builders, architects, and homeowners to achieve their design goals that target both compliance and energy efficiency. His experience in the residential sector has focused on high performance energy design for homes seeking Step Code compliance, the CHBA’s NetZero Home Labelling program, F280-12 heat gain and loss design, and embodied carbon analysis. In his spare time, he teaches swordplay as an avid Historical European Martial Arts practitioner.

Pinder Dhindsa, Clearcreek Construction Management
Pinder Dhindsa is a construction management professional with over 10 years of experience leading residential, multifamily, and commercial projects from concept to completion. Known for strong leadership, problem-solving, and attention to detail, Pinder has built a reputation for delivering high-quality projects efficiently and professionally.

Karan Virk, Fast Cool Air Conditioning & Ventilation Ltd.
2080 United Boulevard Coquitlam, BC V3K 6W3
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