b'At time of writing, Habitat is waiting for the development agreement from the city before construction can begin. The moment we get it, were going to hit the ground running, Hopkins says. We hope to be underway in late spring, and we will start a minimum of 15 unitsthis year. Habitat expects to complete the three-acre development within three years.SWITCHING TO SUSTAINABILITYIf owners or contractors are lookingA ceremonial sod-turning for Habitat for Humanitys carbon-free developmentfor ways invest in sustainability andin Transcona took place during a press conference in October 2021. From left to right:optimize their savings, energy modellingJames Teitsma, MLA for Radisson; Honourable Rochelle Squires, Minister of Families;is a great place to start. [It] allowsShawn Nason, City Councillor, Transcona; Sandy Hopkins, CEO, Habitat Manitoba;you to determine the savings impactDaniel Blaikie, MP, Elmwood; Grand Chief Arlen Dumas; Julia Deans,of the building early in the designPresident and CEO, Habitat Canada; Candray Mehkary, Board Chair, Habitat Manitoba.process so you can select the materials, technologies and processes that willmechanical and electrical systems toour way towards it as we learned how bring the most value to your project,determine the overall energy use ofto build in this manner, with these explains Cocquyt. [It] can also be useda buildings design. In the future, itstechniques, Hopkins says. Theres more to help meet other objectives, likeexpected that energy modelling will be acapital required to build, but the savings determining eligibility for an incentivenecessary part of the integrated designon the energy side more than pay back or certificate program or demonstratingprocess, Cocquyt concludes. that additional capital in a short period compliance with performance-basedAnd while making the switch toof time. building codes. sustainability may seem daunting, its a Energy modelling uses informationskill that any builder can achieve if theyPlus, its obviously the right thing to do about climate, solar orientation, designchoose to. We didnt start with thisfor the environment, he adds. We all geometry, building materials andlevel of energy efficiencywe workedneed to contribute to that.Habitat for Humanity Manitoba believes that everyone deserves a safe and decent place to live. With your help, our families are able to build better lives for themselves and their children. How your organization can help:Partner with us:There are many ways for individuals and organizations to partner with Habitat for Humanity Manitoba by supporting the build of a home. Choose the one thats right for you. Connect with us to talk about a partnership opportunity that aligns with your companys goals. Book a Team Build:The ultimate team-building experience, thisone-of-a-kind employee engagement opportunity offers your company the chance to build your team, your brand and your community. Donate goods & services:We welcome gifts of construction materials, services and specialized products. Learn more at habitat.mb.ca Follow us onIssue 1 Spring Edition 2022 BUILD MANITOBA 27'