Performance Assessment Protocol for Pre-engineered Manufactured Self-sustaining (PEMaSS) Housing to Remote Regions

Arctic homes are based on standards developed for the southern regions despite northern Canada's unique challenges. A performance protocol that integrates the building envelope with other subsystems meant to optimize energy efficiency, durability and project delivery should improve housing standards for the region. The protocol presented in this paper includes key standards, guidelines, criteria and verification methods that are to be met through the design, construction and operational stages. The protocol will anticipate and address key related challenges of the region to promote a delivery system that involves all stakeholders, reduces delays and cost overruns by developing key sets of parameters needed for energy efficient homes. This paper focuses on the development and content of the protocol.