Case Studies
Case studies available for review:
- Local news highlighting recently completed revitalization at Minors Forum Arena. I.B. Storey completed Redevelopment Assessment, Specialized Rink Engineering & Project Oversight throughout Construction at the community arena. See full story here
- I.B. Storey Inc. was retained by Cole Harbor Place in 2008 to help address their energy needs. Full case study available here
- Highlighted results delivered at Chippawa Willoughby Memorial Arena in Niagara Falls summarized in Recreation PEI article “Enhanced Efficiency through I.B. Storey Inc.” . See full article here
- Highlighted results delivered for the new construction of West Hants Sports Complex as highlighted within the Recreation Facility of Nova Scotia’s Facility Focus Spring publication. See full article here (page 10)
For additional arena case studies check out our Rink Engineering Experts page.
ARTICLES
ORFA Facility Forum Magazine - Energy Champion Series
President Ian Storey, P.Eng. is an editorial columnist to Ontario Recreation Facilities Association (ORFA) Facility Forum Energy Champion Series:
Summer 2024 – “Champion Legacy“
Discussion on the “objection mindset”, defeatism and how a project or energy champion can contribute and move the needle
Spring 2024 – “Vision, Courage, and Wisdom”
The Dallas Stars community rink operation and how they are addressing energy related challenges
Winter 2023 – “One Move & FAQ”
On changes in Recreation Facility operations and how innovations in the industry can address some of these challenges
Fall 2023 – “Aligning Viable Action”
Exploring climate change, energy savings incentives and the need for innovations in project funding
Summer 2023 – “The Zero Confusion Paradox”
Discussion on Net-Zero categorization, confusion and interpretation of “what this means”
Spring 2023 – “Inconvenient Data and Three Large”
Explores why energy efficiency should not be considered “inconvenient”
Winter 2022 – “Synchronicity of Energy and Resiliency”
Discussion on resiliency and energy management
Fall 2022 – “Applied Innovation Unlocks Potential“
Explores the benefits of exploring applied innovation
Fall 2022 – “Applied Innovation Unlocks Potential“
Explores the benefits of exploring applied innovation
Spring 2022 – “Energy Championship Awakens”
Explores how skills being a knowledgeable energy champion are going to be highly sought after with the current climate crisis.
ARCHIVES
Facility Forum Magazine
Published articles prior to 2022 that are in the archives on-line or are no longer available to search:
- Winter 2021 “Success Awaits Even With Murphy Riding Shotgun” discusses the importance of picking yourself up after every fall and being able to regroup. Found on page 8
- Fall 2021 “Confused Labels & Changed Thinking” talks about the confusion over terminology involving energy management, efficiency, and required ventilation. Found on page 8
- Summer 2021 “Liability to Viability Through Sustainability” explores turning the liability of recreation facility costs into viable community hubs by leveraging sustainability. Found on page 11
- Spring 2021 “Sustainable Confusion and Misnomer Paralysis” highlights how not all rating systems and certifications have the same objective. Found on page 8
- Winter 2021 “The Paradox of Shunning Innovation” highlighting the need to embrace new & innovative measures within recreational facilities. Found on page 8
- Fall 2020 “Net Zero Ready” whether looking to implement now or seeking more information the article discusses what is Net Zero Ready & path to achieve it. Found on page 10
- Summer 2020 “Ostrich or Carpe Diem?” discussing the role recreation facilities play in the community found on page 8
- Spring 2020 “Toe Pick” discussing decisions that can inhibit projects from advancing found on page 8
- Winter 2020 “Buggy Whips and Grails” detailing the adoption of technologies in recreational facilities found on page 8
- Fall 2019 “Your Perspective Your Success” on viewing projects positively and considering all benefits found on page 8
- Summer 2019 “Many Birds, One Stone” highlighting benefits of project bundling found on page 10
- Spring 2019 “Efficiency 2.0” on taking action to eliminate waste found on page 16
- Winter 2019 “Big Winner” highlighting the importance of having a vision found on page 15
- Fall 2018 “Forest & Trees” discussing bigger picture when considering upgrades
- Summer 2018 “Diligent Energy Stewardship” discussing CO2
- Spring 2018 “The Engine to Excel” found on page 25.
- Winter 2017 “Dealing with your Inheritance” found on page 29.
- Fall 2017 “Taking Action” found on page 19.
- Summer 2017 “Time to Plan” found on page 25.
- Spring 2017 “Globally Demotivating” found on page 21.
- Winter 2016 “Get Moving” found on page 44.
- Summer 2016 “It Depends” found on page 45.
- Spring 2016 “Promoting Responsible Energy Use” found on page 40.
- Additional article “Increasing the Financial Sustainability of Your Recreational Facility: Planning for the Future While Saving Money” can be found on page 40 in the Facility Forum Volume 19 Issue.
U.S Ice Rink Association (formerly Serving the American Rinks) Rink Magazine:
- Fall 2020 Rink Magazine “Heating Up: Using Refrigeration for Free Heat” found on page 30.
- Fall 2016 Rink Magazine “Energy Recycling & Cost Integration” found on page 33.
- Our Article “Cold Water Flooding: Friend or Foe” can be found on page 26 of the STAR Rink Magazine July/August 2014 publication.
Industrial Experience
- Accelerate America February 2017 article “A Canadian First” highlighting the innovative upgrades implemented at the Wholesome Harvest Baking facility in Etobicoke, Ontario.
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Charlottetown, PE
Vaughan, ON
Halifax, NS
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Frankfurt, GERMANY
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