Thermal energy networks, often called district energy, are one of the most efficient means of delivering climate-friendly heating and cooling. These networks use safe and stable renewable energy that can be derived from sources as diverse as geothermal, wastewater systems, bodies of water, and energy-intensive buildings. Please join TEECC’s special guest, David MacMillan, Program Manager with the City of Toronto’s Environment & Climate Division for “Thermal Energy Networks in Buildings”.
David will:
- Review the basics of thermal energy networks;
- Examine local examples;
- Discuss the influence of governance & funding on the future of thermal energy networks.
Speaker Bio
For more than 10 years, David has focused on planning for low-carbon development and energy systems. He works closely with internal partners and the development industry to achieve net zero emissions buildings. Currently he is focused on delivering mass timber affordable housing, and creating online platforms to help energy developers leverage City-owned assets for renewable thermal energy projects. David holds a Masters Degree in Environmental Studies (Planning) from York University and is a graduate of the Urban Land Institute Toronto’s Curtner Urban Leadership Program.
At the center of our discussion is the question, “How can we develop a strategy to make thermal energy networks commonplace?”
