Whitford: Sustainability

Whitford consists of a stacked 3-storey townhome development comprised of 68 homes, the majority of which are designed to accommodate families. The project will be designed to be 40% more energy efficient in comparison to an average home*, and will increase biodiversity, with over 70 new trees planned to be planted.

Environmental - committed to net zero

Hot water supplied by clean energy
(%)

90

EnerGuide rating
(%)

40

EV-ready charging ability
(%)

100

Environmental highlights

Energy

  • Electricity is 98% renewable
  • EnerGuide rating of 40% - the project will be 40% more energy efficient than a typical new build
  • The project is aiming to meet or exceed metrics for Part 9, Step 4 Energy Step Code:
    • TEDI (Total Energy Demand Intensity) –  13.8 kWh/m2/year (exceeds Step 4 limit by 30%)
    • MEUI (Mechanical Energy Use Intensity) 36.9 kWh/m2/year (exceeds Step 4 limit by 18%)
    • GHGI (Green House Gas Intensity) – equal or less than 0.9 kgCO2/m2a/year (exceeds Step 4 limit by 70%)

Water

  • 70% of average annual rainfall to be captured and treated on site
  • Waste water treatment infrastructure to remove 80% of Total Suspended Solids (TSS) from rain water before discharging to City storm system
  • Minimum 20% reduction in indoor potable water use to be achieved
  • Tree trenches, bioswales, and permeable paving implemented to increase ground water infiltration efficacy
  • Over 90% of all hot water heating supplied by clean, 98% renewable energy

Biodiversity & landscape

  • Approximately 74 new trees to be planted on site
  • 41% of site is landscaped, including:
    • native planting 
    • climate resilient planting
    • a variety of plant pollinators

Transit-oriented development / walkable city 

    • Located along transit route and bike lanes
    • Approximately 15-minute walk to rapid transit
    • 100% EV parking capability for residents 
    • 208 bicycle parking spots 

Social

New homes
(hidden)

68

2 bedrooms +
(hidden)

90%

Resident outdoor amenity space
(sq. ft.)

1400

Social impact

Housing & Community

    • 68 new homes will replace the 8 duplexes/residences that currently exist on site
    • 90% of the homes will be suitable for families (2BR +)
    • Child play area and large courtyard
    • Dog wash amenity offered below grade

Governance

2024 GRESB results
(Stars)

3

Above GRESB average
(Points)

3

Above peer average
(Points)

4

Governance at Grosvenor

Environmental objectives in North America


  • 2030 WGBC Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment 
  • Since 2021, we have reported to the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB), allowing us to measure our sustainability performance against industry peers.
  • Our Development rankings have consistently exceeded benchmarks, outperforming peers within those categories.
  • Sustainable Supply Chain Principles offer guidance for Net Zero Carbon, Sustainable Buildings, Sustainable Businesses and Communities, Health & Wellbeing, and Nature & Biodiversity objectives




Disclaimers:

Environmental performance claims are based on available data as of July, 2025 and may be subject to change. All statements are supported by third-party certifications, modelling, or internal documentation available upon request. Actual performance may vary based on occupancy, usage, and operational conditions.

*Energy  performance estimates are based on modelling aligned with Step Code Level 3. Assumptions include standard tenant use and typical occupancy. Actual energy use may vary. Full modelling results are available upon request.

Certain information contained in this page, including, but not limited to, the environment, social and governance targets set within, are forward-looking statements regarding Grosvenor’s goals and objectives, and are based on current expectations, assumptions, estimates, projections, opinions and beliefs. Forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain, and actual results may differ materially from those reflected within. Grosvenor does not assume any obligation to update such information, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as required by law. 

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