Zero Carbon consultants since 2018
Our firm is not new to net zero planning. We’ve been providing clients with decarbonization sustainability consulting services since 2018. In fact, no other firm in Canada has completed as many CAGBC Zero Carbon Building™ (ZCB) certification projects as Ecovert.
Over 20 years of sustainability expertise
Established in 2007, Ecovert dedicated its first 13 years to advising on and facilitating LEED certification, energy modeling and building commissioning. Throughout this period, we cultivated a strong reputation as a trusted partner, pioneering many innovative custom solutions that helped our clients achieve their certifications and uphold their success with our multi-year monitoring programs allowing them to maintain targets and ensure reliability.
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The foresight to see the future and act on it
In 2018, we recognized that a worldwide movement towards carbon neutral was imminent.
Taking proactive steps, we initiated zero carbon workshops to educate our clients, resulting in an expansion of our expertise and reputation in decarbonization. Subsequently, we have been honoured to share our knowledge on net zero transition with diverse groups, solidifying our commitment to the movement.
– Senate Committee on Energy, the Environment and Natural Resources as an expert witness on transitioning to a low carbon economy.
– Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC).
– National Association for Industrial and Office Parks (NAIOP).
– Ontario Association of Architects (OAA).
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Dedicated to Zero Carbon First
Ecovert has evolved into a leading zero carbon sustainability consulting firm. Our primary focus is empowering clients with strategic planning, ground breaking innovation and implementation management enabling them to achieve carbon neutrality.
Central to our approach is our proven 7-step Process to Decarbonization. This framework provides our clients with confidence and a reliable roadmap to seamlessly reach their zero carbon destination.
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Zero Carbon consultants since 2018
Our firm is not new to net zero planning. We’ve been providing clients with decarbonization sustainability consulting services since 2018. In fact, no other firm in Canada has completed as many CAGBC Zero Carbon Building™ (ZCB) certification projects as Ecovert.
Jim Lord is a founding Principal at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants. In this role he brings Ecovert’s clients a fluent understanding of corporate social responsibility, implementable sustainability tools for facility managers and 20 years of real estate experience as a Tenant, Landlord and Asset Manager. Jim is committed to reducing the built environment’s impact on our planet through creative and practical solution for our buildings. Jim’s expertise and leadership in sustainability is recognized throughout the industry. He is the most recent Leadership Chair of the Canada Green Building Council’s Toronto Chapter. Jim speaks frequently at conferences.
Jim Lord is a founding Principal at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants. In this role he brings Ecovert’s clients a fluent understanding of corporate social responsibility, implementable sustainability tools for facility managers and 20 years of real estate experience as a Tenant, Landlord and Asset Manager. Jim is committed to reducing the built environment’s impact on our planet through creative and practical solution for our buildings. Jim’s expertise and leadership in sustainability is recognized throughout the industry. He is the most recent Leadership Chair of the Canada Green Building Council’s Toronto Chapter. Jim speaks frequently at conferences.
Jim Lord is a founding Principal at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants. In this role he brings Ecovert’s clients a fluent understanding of corporate social responsibility, implementable sustainability tools for facility managers and 20 years of real estate experience as a Tenant, Landlord and Asset Manager. Jim is committed to reducing the built environment’s impact on our planet through creative and practical solution for our buildings. Jim’s expertise and leadership in sustainability is recognized throughout the industry. He is the most recent Leadership Chair of the Canada Green Building Council’s Toronto Chapter. Jim speaks frequently at conferences.
Jim Lord
Principal
BBA, LEED AP BD+C, ENV SP Fitwel Ambassador
Adolfo Silva is a Principal at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants. In this role he brings Ecovert’s clients practical sustainable solutions, a people-centric approach, and 25 years of real estate development experience. Adolfo’s extensive LEED experience began with his work as Project Manager for Atlantic Canada’s first registered commercial LEED project in 2004 for Royal Sun Alliance. His LEED experience includes new construction, existing buildings, commercial interiors, and core and shell. Adolfo has been LEED consultant on a diverse range of projects including office, industrial, retail, residential, healthcare and educational facilities.
Adolfo Silva is a Principal at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants. In this role he brings Ecovert’s clients practical sustainable solutions, a people-centric approach, and 25 years of real estate development experience. Adolfo’s extensive LEED experience began with his work as Project Manager for Atlantic Canada’s first registered commercial LEED project in 2004 for Royal Sun Alliance. His LEED experience includes new construction, existing buildings, commercial interiors, and core and shell. Adolfo has been LEED consultant on a diverse range of projects including office, industrial, retail, residential, healthcare and educational facilities.
Adolfo Silva is a Principal at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants. In this role he brings Ecovert’s clients practical sustainable solutions, a people-centric approach, and 25 years of real estate development experience. Adolfo’s extensive LEED experience began with his work as Project Manager for Atlantic Canada’s first registered commercial LEED project in 2004 for Royal Sun Alliance. His LEED experience includes new construction, existing buildings, commercial interiors, and core and shell. Adolfo has been LEED consultant on a diverse range of projects including office, industrial, retail, residential, healthcare and educational facilities.
Adolfo Silva
Principal
BCOM, CFM, LEED AP BD+C, CMVP
James is the Director of Project Management at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants with 12 years of experience and work on over 300 million square feet of green projects. He has deep LEED expertise across various sectors, including education, healthcare, and industrial. Notably, he managed the Toyota Parts and Distribution Facility project in Ontario, achieving CaGBC Zero Carbon Design and targeting LEED Gold certification. As Project Principal, he will be the main contact for sustainability issues, responsible for coordination, documentation, and conflict resolution, ensuring effective project execution and client satisfaction.
James is the Director of Project Management at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants with 12 years of experience and work on over 300 million square feet of green projects. He has deep LEED expertise across various sectors, including education, healthcare, and industrial. Notably, he managed the Toyota Parts and Distribution Facility project in Ontario, achieving CaGBC Zero Carbon Design and targeting LEED Gold certification. As Project Principal, he will be the main contact for sustainability issues, responsible for coordination, documentation, and conflict resolution, ensuring effective project execution and client satisfaction.
James is the Director of Project Management at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants with 12 years of experience and work on over 300 million square feet of green projects. He has deep LEED expertise across various sectors, including education, healthcare, and industrial. Notably, he managed the Toyota Parts and Distribution Facility project in Ontario, achieving CaGBC Zero Carbon Design and targeting LEED Gold certification. As Project Principal, he will be the main contact for sustainability issues, responsible for coordination, documentation, and conflict resolution, ensuring effective project execution and client satisfaction.
James Donath
Director of Project Management
LEED AP BD+C, ENV SP, Fitwel Ambassador
Michael Guadagnoli merges mechanical engineering with sustainability, focusing on building systems and energy efficiency. He has extensive experience in LEED projects, particularly in New Construction and Core and Shell. As a mechanical engineer and energy modeler, Michael specializes in building simulation for various compliance standards including LEED®, HPNC, and Zero Carbon. His expertise extends to HVAC optimization, Passive House Design, and building envelope performance. He leads early design workshops to enhance project designs and advocates for the integrated design process to maximize energy savings, resource efficiency, and occupant comfort.
Michael Guadagnoli merges mechanical engineering with sustainability, focusing on building systems and energy efficiency. He has extensive experience in LEED projects, particularly in New Construction and Core and Shell. As a mechanical engineer and energy modeler, Michael specializes in building simulation for various compliance standards including LEED®, HPNC, and Zero Carbon. His expertise extends to HVAC optimization, Passive House Design, and building envelope performance. He leads early design workshops to enhance project designs and advocates for the integrated design process to maximize energy savings, resource efficiency, and occupant comfort.
Michael Guadagnoli merges mechanical engineering with sustainability, focusing on building systems and energy efficiency. He has extensive experience in LEED projects, particularly in New Construction and Core and Shell. As a mechanical engineer and energy modeler, Michael specializes in building simulation for various compliance standards including LEED®, HPNC, and Zero Carbon. His expertise extends to HVAC optimization, Passive House Design, and building envelope performance. He leads early design workshops to enhance project designs and advocates for the integrated design process to maximize energy savings, resource efficiency, and occupant comfort.
Michael Guadagnoli
Director of Building Performance
P.Eng, LEED AP BD+C, CMVP
With over eight years in the construction industry, Hillary specializes in mechanical design, including district energy systems, and excels in building performance and energy conservation. Her holistic approach to building design allows her to solve complex problems and offer clear, effective recommendations. Hillary’s experience with community-level projects aspiring for high performance, along with her expertise in CaGBC’s zero carbon design and net-zero carbon strategies, makes her a valuable asset to teams aiming for sustainability certifications.
With over eight years in the construction industry, Hillary specializes in mechanical design, including district energy systems, and excels in building performance and energy conservation. Her holistic approach to building design allows her to solve complex problems and offer clear, effective recommendations. Hillary’s experience with community-level projects aspiring for high performance, along with her expertise in CaGBC’s zero carbon design and net-zero carbon strategies, makes her a valuable asset to teams aiming for sustainability certifications.
With over eight years in the construction industry, Hillary specializes in mechanical design, including district energy systems, and excels in building performance and energy conservation. Her holistic approach to building design allows her to solve complex problems and offer clear, effective recommendations. Hillary’s experience with community-level projects aspiring for high performance, along with her expertise in CaGBC’s zero carbon design and net-zero carbon strategies, makes her a valuable asset to teams aiming for sustainability certifications.
Hillary Geer
Building Performance Technical Lead
P.Eng., WELL AP
Josh Winniski, P.Eng, CEM, is a Mechanical Engineer at Ecovert, holding a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from Queen's University. Since starting as an energy analyst in June 2018, he quickly progressed to Engineer in Training and achieved Professional Engineer status by June 2022. Josh excels in leading sustainable and low-carbon projects, with expertise in building automation, energy modelling, and mechanical and controls engineering across various sectors. His accomplishments include leading projects worth over $60M, developing green technology solutions, and managing significant energy efficiency projects, showcasing his dedication to sustainable engineering practices.
Josh Winniski, P.Eng, CEM, is a Mechanical Engineer at Ecovert, holding a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from Queen's University. Since starting as an energy analyst in June 2018, he quickly progressed to Engineer in Training and achieved Professional Engineer status by June 2022. Josh excels in leading sustainable and low-carbon projects, with expertise in building automation, energy modelling, and mechanical and controls engineering across various sectors. His accomplishments include leading projects worth over $60M, developing green technology solutions, and managing significant energy efficiency projects, showcasing his dedication to sustainable engineering practices.
Josh Winniski, P.Eng, CEM, is a Mechanical Engineer at Ecovert, holding a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from Queen's University. Since starting as an energy analyst in June 2018, he quickly progressed to Engineer in Training and achieved Professional Engineer status by June 2022. Josh excels in leading sustainable and low-carbon projects, with expertise in building automation, energy modelling, and mechanical and controls engineering across various sectors. His accomplishments include leading projects worth over $60M, developing green technology solutions, and managing significant energy efficiency projects, showcasing his dedication to sustainable engineering practices.
Josh Winniski
Senior Decarbonization Engineer
P.Eng., CEM
Chad is a Project Manager at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants, specializing in New Construction and Core and Shell projects. With five years of experience in building standards and energy modeling, Chad advocates for sustainable design practices that enhance both societal benefits and market value. As the main contact for sustainability efforts, he leads design teams in setting key performance indicators, applying metrics, and crafting customized strategies to meet sustainability goals. His role includes providing LEED support, coordinating project meetings, managing energy modeling and documentation, issuing status reports, and overseeing the final submission of project packages.
Chad is a Project Manager at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants, specializing in New Construction and Core and Shell projects. With five years of experience in building standards and energy modeling, Chad advocates for sustainable design practices that enhance both societal benefits and market value. As the main contact for sustainability efforts, he leads design teams in setting key performance indicators, applying metrics, and crafting customized strategies to meet sustainability goals. His role includes providing LEED support, coordinating project meetings, managing energy modeling and documentation, issuing status reports, and overseeing the final submission of project packages.
Chad is a Project Manager at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants, specializing in New Construction and Core and Shell projects. With five years of experience in building standards and energy modeling, Chad advocates for sustainable design practices that enhance both societal benefits and market value. As the main contact for sustainability efforts, he leads design teams in setting key performance indicators, applying metrics, and crafting customized strategies to meet sustainability goals. His role includes providing LEED support, coordinating project meetings, managing energy modeling and documentation, issuing status reports, and overseeing the final submission of project packages.
Chad Thurlow
Senior Project Manager
LEED AP BD+C
Ewa serves as the Senior Project Manager at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants, where she applies her expertise in sustainable building, focusing on energy, water, and building materials from the early design phase. She earned her Master's in the Netherlands, gaining firsthand experience with sustainable buildings and neighborhoods. Ewa oversees the Project Management team to ensure timely deliverables and effective resolution of project challenges. Her extensive LEED experience spans New Construction, Core and Shell, Commercial Interiors, and Existing Buildings. Ewa champions innovative sustainable solutions for existing structures and reimagining urban environments to enhance people's well-being.
Ewa serves as the Senior Project Manager at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants, where she applies her expertise in sustainable building, focusing on energy, water, and building materials from the early design phase. She earned her Master's in the Netherlands, gaining firsthand experience with sustainable buildings and neighborhoods. Ewa oversees the Project Management team to ensure timely deliverables and effective resolution of project challenges. Her extensive LEED experience spans New Construction, Core and Shell, Commercial Interiors, and Existing Buildings. Ewa champions innovative sustainable solutions for existing structures and reimagining urban environments to enhance people's well-being.
Ewa serves as the Senior Project Manager at Ecovert Sustainability Consultants, where she applies her expertise in sustainable building, focusing on energy, water, and building materials from the early design phase. She earned her Master's in the Netherlands, gaining firsthand experience with sustainable buildings and neighborhoods. Ewa oversees the Project Management team to ensure timely deliverables and effective resolution of project challenges. Her extensive LEED experience spans New Construction, Core and Shell, Commercial Interiors, and Existing Buildings. Ewa champions innovative sustainable solutions for existing structures and reimagining urban environments to enhance people's well-being.
Ewa Rajchert-Linowski
Senior Project Manager
Hon. BA, MSc, LEED AP BD+C
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