Vancouver, BC opens Canada's first fire station to meet national zero-carbon building standards

Vancouver, BC First Fire Station Zero-Carbon Standards

The new Firehall 17 eliminates 99.67% of operational emissions created by its predecessor through better design. A draft-free structure, water recovery systems, and ground-source heat pumps improve on the standard firehall. Radio and IT infrastructure within the firehall support its use as a post-disaster communications hub. Vancouver earned LEED Gold and Net Zero Energy certification for the project with Passive House certification in progress.

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Vancouver’s Firehall 17 is an example of the City’s leadership on climate action and is paving the way for future buildings to achieve near zero emissions.

Canada's first zero-carbon firehall opens in Vancouver

Canada's first ever zero-carbon firehall is providing essential fire and rescue services, while showcasing a design approach that is better for people and the planet. Vancouver's Firehall 17. . .