This project was originally owned financed by CoEnergy Co-operative and was absorbed into OREC’s project portfolio when the two co-operatives merged in 2022.

In 2019, the SOHO Parkway Condo, overlooking the Ottawa River, carried out a comprehensive LED lighting upgrade entirely finance by CoEnergy Co-operative. SOHO upgraded to LED lighting throughout the property, introducing motion sensors to increase efficiency. Changes were made in the condo parking garage, hallways, and the other common spaces.

​CoEnergy worked with Lightenco, an Ottawa-based LED lighting leader, ensuring the maximum lighting incentive was secured through the Save ON Energy program. Through CoEnergy innovative social finance mechanism, SOHO Parkdale had no up-front costs, and has significantly reduced its annual operational costs.

​OREC is prepared to employ the same approach with other condos throughout Eastern Ontario, with the aim of facilitating deep energy retrofits that reduce GHG emissions.