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)

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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.

Karan Virk is the Owner and Project Manager of Fast Cool HVAC, a Surrey-based mechanical contractor serving residential and commercial projects across BC and Alberta. With a focus on multi-family new construction, Karan has built Fast Cool into a trusted partner for developers seeking high-performance, code-compliant mechanical systems.

As a hands-on mechanical installer, Karan specializes in the design and installation of energy-efficient heating systems engineered for today's new builds including dual fuel systems, hydronic configurations pairing high-efficiency boilers with hydronic air handlers, and integrated heat pump systems. His work emphasizes practical, field-proven approaches to reducing operating costs and carbon emissions while meeting the performance demands of modern multi-family and single-family projects.

Karan brings direct experience navigating BC's evolving energy landscape, including FortisBC and CleanBC program requirements and CSA-F280-12 heat load compliance, making him a frequent collaborator with builders, developers, and utility partners on the path to lower-carbon homes.







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May 13, 2026 (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM) (PDT)
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