For several years, we’ve committed to making business improvements to reduce our environmental impact and meet our sustainability goals.
Harness the Power of Sustainable Building Performance
BC Comfort is a leading Heating & Air Conditioning contractor in Vancouver, Canada, providing green and effective mechanical building solutions to companies and businesses.
Our Top 10 Emission Reduction Strategies
| 1. | Replacing our conventional full size service vans with smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles. Our new fleet includes European truck-style vehicles with 4 cylinder engines, which have helped to bring about noticeable savings in fuel usage. |
| 2. | Decreasing our natural gas usage. |
| 3. | Installing insulated overhead doors for our warehouse facilities. |
| 4. | Performing a lighting audit and retrofitting new lighting for maximum efficiency. |
| 5. | Minimizing (and eliminating) unnecessary paper use, including double-sided printing. |
| 6. | Introducing a new paperless document management system for the service business. |
| 7. | Introducing e-billing for our customers. |
| 8. | Implementing an electronic reporting system for service technicians. |
| 9. | Implementing a comprehensive recycling plan and exploring options for recycling used air filters. |
| 10. | Implementing a communication plan for staff to continue saving office energy by shutting off lights and devices. |
Featured Projects
Sustainability Resources
Air Quality Improvement Tax Credit: Now Available
News, SustainabilityA new refundable tax credit was passed into law on June 9, 2022, in Bill C-8. The Federal government introduced it to encourage small businesses to invest in better ventilation and air filtration to improve indoor air quality in their bu...
BC Comfort Project The LINK Awarded for Excellence in Senior Housing at the UDI Awards
News, SustainabilityBC Comfort is proud to share that our project – The LINK by Hungerford Properties – has received the Award for Excellence in Senior Housing at the UDI Awards 2022. Located in Vancouver, BC, The LINK is a 110,000 sq.ft. 7-storey LEED ...
How has the Pandemic Permanently Impacted Building Operations?
News, SustainabilityThe ongoing pandemic has had an undeniable impact on the way we live our lives. One of the most profoundly affected sectors is the workplace. Working from home (or otherwise remotely) used to be an option – a premium perk that employee...
How Does Ultraviolet Irradiation Work in HVAC System?
News, SustainabilityWithout necessary safety measures, HVAC systems – particularly those that are not properly maintained – can distribute airborne pathogens. Ultraviolet irradiation can be a method for limiting this potential while improving the quality...
What Step 3 of BC’s Restart Plan Means for Your Business
News, SustainabilityIn March 2020, the B.C. government declared a provincial state of emergency in response to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) worldwide pandemic. As vaccinations have become widely available to British Columbians, the overall risk ...
Hotel Study Suggests Air Purifiers Help Reduce Exposure To Airborne Contaminants
News, SustainabilityHoneywell study measured airborne particulates of simulated talking, sneezing, and coughing in the common area of a hotel property. The hotel industry was among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, and as travel rates increase, hote...
15 ways to reduce energy bills while optimizing for indoor air quality
News, SustainabilityChange is in the air The commercial buildings industry is gearing up for a post-vaccine return to occupancy. Although it may seem like a return to business as usual, at least one pandemic-era change will stick around: The idea that indoo...
BC Comfort Acquires Encon Performance
News, SustainabilityThe BC Comfort Group of Companies is pleased to announce our acquisition of Encon Performance Inc. Encon will provide service plumbing including drainage cleaning, water pipe repair and maintenance. We are excited with this venture and h...
Pearson airport is using UV-C light to disinfect the air breathed by passengers
News, SustainabilityDanny Juricic, manager, HVAC & People Moving Devices, Greater Toronto Airports Authority. Photo: Greater Toronto Airports Authority Wherever people gather these days, concerns about the spread of COVID-19 are top of mind. And while trave...
New energy pathway now available to Canadian projects
News, SustainabilityEfforts by CaGBC and industry stakeholders shift focus to energy consumption and carbon emissions Ottawa, ON – December 14, 2020 – The unique needs of the Canadian market were reflected in the latest addenda to the Leadership in Ener...
New CDC release on COVID-19 and Potential Airborne Transmission
News, SustainabilityYesterday, the Centre for Disease Control (CDC) released an updated brief on SARS-COV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) and potential airborne transmission. The most significant update is the confirmation that “pathogens…can sometim...
Seven Necessities For Reopening The Office: A Checklist
News, SustainabilityThe risk of spreading COVID-19 remains relevant as facilities reopen. These proactive measures will help ensure the safety of your visitors and staff. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, stores, restaurants, and offices are slowly starting ...
Why Facility Managers Should Consider HVAC Upgrades
News, SustainabilityUpgrading your HVAC system is important. Don’t put it off for too long, especially if your building’s system is aging and is no longer as efficient as it once was. Timely preventative maintenance can help reduce the likelihood of nag...
ASHRAE: EPIDEMIC TASK FORCE CHAIR TALKS BEST PRACTICES, FAQS
News, SustainabilitySince being established in March, ASHRAE’s Epidemic Task Force has developed guidance on mitigating potential health risks in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. From best practices when reopening buildings to filtration and disinfection s...
Zoned AC System: VFR Cooling Advantages
News, SustainabilityWhen it comes to air conditioning, individual preferences for what temperature is “comfortable” make pleasing everyone a huge challenge. If maintaining the “right” temperature in every area of your building has been a headache this summe...
Environmental Policy
Resources, SustainabilityBC Comfort Air Conditioning Limited recognizes environmental protection as one of our guiding principles and a key component of sound business performance. We are committed to providing air conditioning systems and services in a manner t...