Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre - Jack Poole Hall

6163 University Boulevard

Vancouver, BC

Canada V6T 1Z1


November 3, 2025

Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre

6163 University Boulevard, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1

University of British Columbia

Vancouver, British Columbia

 

The Building Retrofits Day takes place during Smart Energy | Vancouver.

Does not include access to Smart Energy | Vancouver.

Accelerating the Retrofit Revolution

 

This one-day event brought together industry leaders, policy experts, building owners, and solution providers dedicated to unlocking the potential of building retrofits in British Columbia and beyond. Taking place alongside Smart Energy | Vancouver, this focused program dove deep into the strategies, standards, and financing models needed to scale energy-efficient, climate-resilient retrofits across Canada’s built environment.

 

Whether you're managing a portfolio of mid-sized commercial properties, designing retrofit solutions, or delivering energy programs — this is your opportunity to connect with peers, learn from leading experts, and explore real-world success stories.

 

Who Attended?

  • Mid-market building owners and operators
  • Asset managers
  • Property & facility managers
  • Architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms
  • Government agencies and utility program managers
  • Sustainability consultants and retrofit specialists
  • Retrofit solution providers and technology vendors
  • Financial institutions and public infrastructure investors

Expert-led sessions on:

  • Building performance standards and compliance readiness
  • Retrofit case studies and technical transitions
  • Climate resiliency and adaptation
  • Asset and portfolio-level energy strategies
  • Funding, incentives, and government programs
  • Financing solutions with the Canada Infrastructure Bank
  • Barriers to adoption – and how to overcome them
  • Networking reception to meet speakers, sponsors, and fellow attendees.

 

Benefits of Attending

  • Learn how to navigate and leverage evolving policy and incentive landscapes
  • Understand retrofit ROI through the lens of asset management
  • Explore scalable retrofit strategies that align with climate and energy goals
  • Connect with solution providers and collaborators across BC and Canada
  • Participate for free with support from our sponsors (limited spots available)