I last discussed certification in the industry and the basic components of Building Automation Systems (BAS). Earth Rangers employs Schneider Electric’s brand of commercial BAS called Andover Continuum. (Figure 1) Much like the brain is the control center of the human body, the BAS at

Hello again. In my last post I talked about what led me to the Earth Rangers Center and learning about some of the systems and technologies of this smart building. The field of green technology is growing and new systems and concepts are being introduced on a regular basis. To keep up

Hello and thank you for stopping by the Earth Rangers Centre blog. My name is Julian and I am a Building Operator at the Earth Rangers Centre (ERC). As an Environmental Engineering graduate of Seneca College and a Certified Engineering Technician under the Ontario Association of Certi

At first glance it might not be apparent that the Earth Rangers Centre is an exceptional building since much of what makes this building so special is hidden beneath the surfaces, literally. The Earth Rangers Centre’s use of concrete as our building material of choice is explain

A leader in energy efficiency, the Earth Rangers Centre is honoured to have been recognized by the CaGBC Greater Toronto Chapter with an Innovation in LEED for Existing Buildings Award. These awards recognize projects and individuals that demonstrate advancement in the green building

The temperature outside is constantly changing, but the temperature of the earth a few meters below the surface stays constant throughout the year.  This means that no matter the outside temperature, the ground always provides the same temperature. When designing the Earth Rangers Cen

The Earth Rangers Centre (ERC) is proud to be a showcase for exciting new technology as a result of a partnership between Cisco, a leader in innovation and information technology, and Schneider Electric, a leader in building technology and energy efficiency. As with any growing organi

The Earth Rangers Centre was host to a special event for our partners, Cisco and Schneider Electric, on Thursday, March 20, 2014. At the event, Collaboration for a Sustainable Future, Cisco and Schneider Electric announced their Canadian partnership that will create new opportunities

The Earth Rangers Centre features many green building technologies – some save energy, some reduce our impact on water resources and some reduce the facility’s impact on the surrounding habitat. Few green building strategies provide benefits across all of these categories, with the ex

Have you ever stood next to an old window in the winter?  Or felt a draft from a door in your house? If so, you’re not alone – whether at home or work. It’s common sense that a building’s envelope plays a major part in the energy use and thermal comfort of the building. Fortunately, t