Climate Action Case Studies
Based on estimates from various
sources, approximately one-third of Canada’s greenhouse emissions come from the
built environments where people live, work, and play. Within urban areas, that
number is much higher.
As buildings are key contributors to greenhouse gas
emissions, the creation of a better, more efficient built environment, both
through new construction and renovation work, must form a significant part of
the solution on the path to achieving emissions reduction targets. The case
studies included on this page are a collection of work submitted by OAA
members, demonstrating how the architecture profession can build better and
advance climate action.
The OAA case studies are intended for broad educational or informational purposes , showcasing models in climate performance. These case studies are illustrative of the possibilities for projects, but any reliance on material posted in the case study is at your own risk.
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941 Progress Avenue, Toronto, Ontario
The Centennial College A-Building Expansion and Renovation is Canada's pioneering LEED Gold, zero-carbon, WELL certified, mass timber higher-education facility, seamlessly blending Indigenous...
A holistic consideration of the building was taken from initial ideation through final execution. LAMAS began with site analysis and a study of the history, vernacular, and architectural approaches...
The Neil Campbell Rowing Centre (NCRC) was constructed for the 2022 Canada Summer Games and will continue Henley Island’s tradition as a competition venue (including having hosted the 2024 World...
The new Tom Patterson Theatre at the Stratford Festival is designed to stand as an attractor along the banks of the Avon River. Set within significant gardens, a shimmering bronze veil enwraps the...
The Springdale Library and Komagata Maru Park in Brampton, designed by RDH Architects, aspires to create an inclusive gathering place, a progressive architectural expression in the suburbs, and a...
111 Moatfield Drive in North York (Toronto)
As the regulator of the profession in Ontario entrusted with protecting the public interest, the Ontario Association of Architects’ (OAA) Headquarters (HQ) Renew + Refresh renovation demonstrates...
This adaptive reuse houses the Aviation and Engineering Technology & Applied Science program at Centennial College’s Downsview campus on a site that was once Canada’s epicentre of aviation...