An Online Train-the-Trainer Session in Thermal Energy Networks

Thermal Energy Networks are gaining momentum in Canada, with over 250 systems already in place, particularly in urban centers and northern communities. But despite this promise, TENs serve only 3% of our heating demand.

For thermal energy networks to emerge as a critical strategy for community-scale building decarbonization in Canada, there’s an immediate need for knowledgeable regional trainers who can champion, advise, and build support in local stakeholders.

Designed for regional delivery partners who have relationships with municipalities, First Nations, utilities or building sector players, and the ability to deliver capacity-building and follow-up support, the training session will:

• Equip participants with a clear understanding of TENs fundamentals and their Canadian context.
• Enable trainers to deliver TENs regional presentations and support for their own networks.
• Teach participants how to use and adapt BDA’s TENs deliverables (whitepaper and toolkit) to local needs.
• Begin the creation of a self-sustaining TENs ecosystem where knowledge spreads through regional networks.
• Connect trainers across regions to share lessons learned and keep advancing Thermal Energy Network projects.

The Benefits

This online Train-the-Trainer session aims to equip regional partner representatives, intermediary organization champions, and other potential trainers with the knowledge and tools to work with established local partnerships and networks, and build their awareness and self-confidence to carry TENs education and build support out in their own jurisdictions.

Trainers will come away armed with a clear understanding of the extent of TENs’ potential, the techno-economic opportunities present, and ways to integrate best-practice approaches into municipal, provincial and federal regulations, and First Nations’ ways of life.