Technical models and clear reports for Part 3 permit applications, Toronto Green Standard submissions, MLI Select and performance-based design decisions.
Enerways can translate architectural, envelope, lighting and mechanical design information into a whole-building energy model and a structured submission package. The model is developed around the applicable code, municipal, lender or incentive methodology.
We use tools such as eQUEST and OpenStudio/EnergyPlus, selected according to the project and the accepting authority’s requirements. Toronto Green Standard Version 4 expressly lists eQUEST 3.64 or higher and EnergyPlus among accepted modelling options.
Whole-building simulations that compare a reference case with the proposed design and document the selected assumptions.
Annual energy use, peak loads and applicable metrics such as TEUI, TEDI and GHGI.
Energy-efficiency design summaries, modelling narratives, calculation tables and supporting schedules required for the submission path.
Review of envelope, lighting, HVAC, service-water heating, schedules and controls with the project team.
Comparison of practical design options to understand how system and envelope choices affect performance.
Model revisions and technical clarification during municipal, program, lender or third-party review.
For new large residential or non-residential buildings and additions, municipalities may require documentation demonstrating compliance with the Ontario Building Code energy-efficiency requirements, including the applicable SB-10 path. We can support the model, calculations and report package for coordination with the project’s qualified designers.
Toronto large-building permit guideFor Part 3 buildings over 2,000 m² GFA, Toronto’s Version 4 guidelines require a Design Development Stage Energy Report before Site Plan Approval to demonstrate Tier 1 performance. Projects pursuing higher tiers and the Development Charge Refund may also require an As-Constructed Stage Energy Report based on as-built or issued-for-construction information.
Toronto Energy Modelling Guidelines V4Energy simulations can support points for climate compatibility in eligible new and existing multi-unit projects. CMHC requires appropriate simulation software and documentation from a qualified professional; results are submitted through the approved lender’s application process.
CMHC MLI Select requirementsA calibrated or project-specific model can help compare HVAC, envelope, controls and electrification strategies, prepare defensible savings estimates and support applications where an incentive program requires engineered calculations.
Explore commercial incentivesIdentify the code, municipality, program, lender and project-stage requirements.
Review drawings, specifications, envelope assemblies, mechanical schedules, lighting and operating assumptions.
Develop the reference and proposed cases in the selected modelling environment.
Check geometry, schedules, loads, unmet hours, energy balances and the consistency of baseline assumptions.
Summarize methodology, inputs, performance metrics, compliance results and supporting calculations.
Coordinate revisions and answer technical comments within the agreed project scope.
Software acceptance, baseline rules, professional responsibility, signatures and required forms must be confirmed for each project. Enerways’ scope is defined around those requirements and coordinated with the architect, engineers and other qualified designers where applicable.
Toronto Green Standard energy requirementsSend us the project location, building type, floor area, project stage and available drawings. We can confirm the modelling scope and required inputs.
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