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Sustainability
A New Standard
in Sustainable Retrofitting
Low-Carbon Retrofit
Retrofitting 945 Princess is an act of both preservation and progress. By repurposing this legacy space, we’re proving that old buildings can become climate solutions.
Transforming Infrastructure Into Impact
Our approach to sustainability include
80%+ Emissions Reduction
Through deep retrofits, the building operates at a fraction of its original carbon footprint.
Smart Systems, Lower Energy
Advanced HVAC and automation dramatically reduce energy consumption.
100% Retrofitted Infrastructure
Built on industrial bones—rebuilt with sustainable services and efficient design.
A Hub for Green Innovation
Home to startups and scaleups driving Canada’s sustainable future.
Sustainability in Action
Home to Canada’s Innovators
Green Chemistry & Sustainable Materials
Pioneering cleaner, safer chemical processes and eco-friendly material innovations for industry-wide impact.
Advanced Manufacturing & Testing
Accelerating the development of next-gen products with low-impact, high-performance manufacturing and precision testing capabilities.
Visionary, Impact-Driven Businesses
Entrepreneurs and teams building solutions that tackle real-world challenges—within a collaborative innovation ecosystem.
Leading the Change from Within
Combining Technology with Sustainability
The tenants at 945 Princess aren’t just occupants—they’re changemakers. Together, they’re building the future of clean technology, sustainable manufacturing, and energy resilience.
Their work positions 945 Princess as more than a building—it’s a living ecosystem of innovation, setting the bar for green redevelopment projects across Canada.
Beyond the Retrofit
Building a Sustainable Legacy
A space designed to evolve, support progress, and create lasting impact.
Designing for Generations
Every upgrade is built to last—reducing long-term impact and adapting to future needs.
Designing for Generations
Every upgrade is built to last—reducing long-term impact and adapting to future needs.
Sustainability Beyond the Walls
The building supports green jobs, local innovation, and a more resilient Kingston economy.
Sustainability Beyond the Walls
The building supports green jobs, local innovation, and a more resilient Kingston economy.
Adapting for the Future
Flexible systems and collaborative spaces evolve with new technologies and tenant goals.
Adapting for the Future
Flexible systems and collaborative spaces evolve with new technologies and tenant goals.
By making sustainability a top priority, 945 Princess not only reduces its own environmental footprint but also inspires other developments to follow its lead.
More Than a Building—A Sustainability Model
Commitment
At 945 Princess, transformation is more than technical—it’s cultural, collaborative, and continuous. We’ve redefined what an existing building can achieve by pairing deep retrofits with forward-thinking ideas.
This isn’t just a site—it’s a launchpad for new standards in performance, partnership, and possibility.
Our goal is to set a new standard for sustainable redevelopment in Canada.
National Goals.
Local Action.
Our approach to sustainability include
Supporting Canada’s Net-Zero Goals
Built to support Canada’s push for net-zero ready buildings by 2030.
Shaping Ontario’s Future
Revitalizing a historic site into a hub for green jobs, research, and innovation.
Reuse Over Rebuild
Avoiding demolition by upgrading existing infrastructure for modern performance.
A Scalable Model
A real-world example cities across Canada can follow.
