Focal Engineering, in collaboration with Introba, conducted a study to evaluate building retrofit options that enhance occupant safety during extreme heat and wildfire smoke events. The project focused on identifying short, medium, and long-term technical solutions for residential buildings, with the goal of informing policy and program recommendations for large-scale implementation.

Key considerations included:
– Improving occupant safety by reducing exposure to extreme heat and wildfire smoke
– Assessing retrofit solutions that balance performance, cost, and feasibility
– Developing policies and programs that enable widespread adoption while addressing GHG emissions, housing security, and government return on investment

This initiative was led by the City of North Vancouver, with participation from the City of Vancouver and various Health Authorities, ensuring a collaborative, evidence-based approach to improving climate resilience in urban environments.

Completion Date: February 2025