Building Smarter. Living Better.
At CaraCo, sustainability is at the core of everything we build. Through ENERGY STAR® and LEED® programs, our homes are engineered for performance, designed for comfort, and built for the future.
CaraCo efficient homes mean lower utility bills, healthier air, reduced impact on the environment—and everyday living that simply feels better. From reducing waste on-site to reusing and recycling materials, our commitment extends to every stage of construction. And outside your front door, we plant more trees than homes and design communities with trails, parks, and green spaces that connect people to place.
ENERGY STAR® Certified
Efficiency Built In. Comfort Felt Every Day.
Every CaraCo home is ENERGY STAR® certified—about 20% more efficient than the Ontario Building Code requires. That efficiency means lasting savings, greater comfort, and a smaller footprint.
Here's How We Build Smarter
- Upgraded insulation + better draft proofing
- Higher-performance windows + sealed ducts
- Efficient heating, cooling + hot water systems
- Air testing and third-party certification
With Specifications That Matter
From advanced insulation and high-performance windows to efficient furnaces and water-saving fixtures—every detail is third-party verified to perform.
Here's How You Benefit
- Lower energy bills, higher comfort
- Government-backed quality assurance
- Reduced environmental impact
- Higher resale value
- CMHC rebates
LEED® Certified Builder
Future-Ready by Design
CaraCo is proud to have built Kingston’s first LEED® home—and continues to deliver projects built to LEED® Silver, Gold, and higher. LEED® represents the national benchmark in sustainable homebuilding, and choosing a LEED® home means choosing healthier indoor air, smarter energy use, and lasting value.
What LEED® Means for You.
CaraCo delivers homes certified across all four LEED® tiers—Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum—independently verified and nationally recognized, to ensure you get exactly what you’re investing in: a home designed for today and ready for tomorrow.
8 Pillars of Smarter Living
Innovation in Design
Smarter Design. Smarter Living.
Location + Connections
Where Homes Connect to Life.
Sustainable Communities
Neighbourhoods Shaped to Last.
Water Efficiency
Using Less. Living Better.
Energy + Atmosphere
Efficiency Built In.
Materials + Resources
Responsible Choices. Smarter Builds.
Indoor Air Quality
Cleaner Air. Healthier Living.
Awareness + Education
Living Smarter. Knowledge for Life.