Strategic Area
Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities
Status
Active
Partners
Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)
Fund
Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities Program / Indigenous Off-Diesel Initiative / Strategic Partnerships Initiative
Year
2024
CERRC Contribution
$1,500,000
Project Total
$2,669,000
Location
NU
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Lead Proponent
ArchTech Inc.
Project Objectives
The objective of this project is to complete the engineering, pre-construction and site preparation activities to establish a net-zero manufacturing facility in Baker Lake, Nunavut that will build up to 25 energy efficient modular houses per year.
Expected Results
This project aims to:
- Manufacture energy efficient homes in Nunavut delivering social, economic and environmental benefits to strengthen Canadian communities.
- Establish a replicable model for other northern and remote communities.
- Increase housing stock to enhance stability and security, build local capacity, increase training and employment opportunities; and provide energy efficient homes with lower energy costs.