Empire Communities has acquired ERTH — a new green building initiative focused around a commitment to offer more sustainable and healthier homes and community features.

ERTH’s initial focus aims to enhance homebuyers’ health and well-being by creating improved indoor air quality while reducing environmental impact through sustainable building practices.

Andrew Guido will lead the initiative as the newly appointed vice president of sustainability and innovation. Guido has more than 30 years of strategic leadership experience in the real estate development industry, advising some of Canada’s largest enterprises and real estate developers. In a press release, he said a selection of packages and upgrades will initially focus on single-family homes in Southwestern Ontario communities.

Understanding that homebuilding practices and standards continue to change, the acquisition of ERTH seeks to drive innovation, test new technologies, and expand leadership in the green building space.