The City of Edmonton has opened its 31st fire station and the city’s first net-zero energy building.

The Windermere Fire Station’s total amount of energy usage on an annual basis is expected to be equal to the amount of renewable energy created on the site.

“The new Windermere Station is a great example of how we are getting greener as we grow,” said Mayor Amarjeet Sohi. “This needed infrastructure will serve a local community, but also all of Edmonton as we strive to reach our goal of becoming a net-zero corporation by 2040.”

The lead design architect was gh3* and the prime consultant was S2 Architecture. The construction partner was PCL Construction. The budget for planning, design and construction of this project was $21.5 million.

“This station has been a significant project for Edmonton Fire as we continue to meet the service needs of Edmontonians and our growing city,” said Edmonton fire chief Joe Zatylny. “In the coming years, Edmonton will be home to two million people, and this station will play an important role in ensuring the safety of both our growing city and our firefighters.”

The Windermere Fire Station features a rooftop solar installation, a geothermal heating and cooling system, and other climate-resilient design features. Energy generation and reduction features of the building include:

”The Windermere Fire Station exemplifies how the city is improving energy efficiency while constructing a vital facility that will showcase our commitment to environmental sustainability,” said Adam Laughlin, deputy city manager of Integrated Infrastructure Services. “The award-winning and thoughtful design enhances the community, both visually and through the building’s positive environmental footprint.”