VIDA's Commitment to Sustainability in Affordable Housing
The EcoPilot Carbon Hero Award 2024 proudly honored VIDA for their exceptional dedication to sustainability in affordable housing. This prestigious award celebrates an organization that has demonstrated outstanding innovation and impact in reducing carbon emissions, and this year, VIDA has been recognized for their pioneering efforts in creating environmentally responsible communities where residents thrive.
VIDA’s Vision for Sustainable Communities
VIDA's mission is rooted in the belief that every resident deserves a safe, welcoming, and sustainable home. Guided by their core values—Safety & Security, Cleanliness, Opportunity, and Community—VIDA is transforming the landscape of affordable housing in Canada. Their commitment to providing homes that not only meet but exceed sustainability standards reflects a vision of a better future for all.
Setting New Standards with Innovation
VIDA is leading the way in integrating sustainability into affordable housing. Rather than building new structures, they focus on the responsible renovation and preservation of older wood-frame walk-up homes, which reduces environmental impact and remains more cost-effective. This forward-thinking approach allows VIDA to achieve long-term sustainability while maintaining affordability.
At the heart of their efforts is VIDA’s collaboration with EcoPilot’s innovative AI technology, which plays a crucial role in reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions. In use across six buildings in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, EcoPilot’s AI-driven HVAC control has already delivered up to a 22% reduction in natural gas use in VIDA’s properties. This achievement underscores the impact of combining affordable housing with cutting-edge technology.
The Power of Technology and Partnerships
VIDA’s success is a powerful reminder of how technology can drive sustainable change. EcoPilot is proud to partner with VIDA to deliver AI-powered solutions that optimize energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprints. This collaboration exemplifies the potential of innovative technology to create a cleaner, more sustainable future—especially when applied to the affordable housing sector.
At EcoPilot, we believe in the strength of partnerships, and we are honored to work alongside BOMA Nova Scotia to support organizations like VIDA, who are leading the charge in sustainable practices. Together, we are working toward a greener, more sustainable world where both people and the planet thrive.
A Well-Deserved Recognition
The EcoPilot Carbon Hero Award was presented to Jessi Gillis Rudisuela, Chief Operating Officer of VIDA, at BOMA Nova Scotia’s Annual Holiday Luncheon on December 5, 2024, in Halifax, NS. This recognition is a tribute to the hard work and passion of the entire VIDA team, whose dedication to sustainability and community development is setting an inspiring example for others to follow.
Join us in congratulating Jessi and the VIDA team for their outstanding achievements in sustainable housing. Their commitment to reducing emissions while empowering communities shows that sustainability and affordability can go hand in hand.