Despite the challenges and restriction during COVID-19 , CECA held its 4th case competition virtually on Nov 10th! In this competition, we challenge student teams to present a 7min proposal to a panel of judges on how a community service facility can save energy. The facility is Christie Refugee Welcome Centre in downtown Toronto, the center provided emergency shelter for refugee families from all ethnic, racial or religious backgrounds for more than twenty years.
Prior to competition, all participants were given information on energy use, lighting, plug loads, HVAC and resident testimonials⚡. Each design team was asked to come up with innovative solutions to reduce 60% of facility’s energy use, along with financial feasibility and community outreach.
The panel of judges included U of T Instructor Ian Sinclair; Angelo Suntres (Ellis Don); and Greg Peniuk (IESO, CECA U of T alumni).
During the competition, each team presented their solutions, followed up by a Q&A session. At the end, participants had a great opportunity to network and ask questions to judges. The winning team is Margo, Eliza, & Joanna! Congratulations?!
?️We’d like to thank all our participants for the hard work and dedication! The exec team and judges are all impressed by the solutions and the detail of design! Great job!
?️We’d also like to thank our judges, Ian Sinclair, Angelo Suntres, Greg Peniuk for the continuous help and support! Thank you for dedicating the time to join us and offered lots of insights and valuable feedback! It is a great opportunity for students to learn about the contracting and building energy industry and expand networks!
