R-2000 program

R-2000 is a Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) program that was developed in partnership with the Canadian Home Builders' Association in 1981, and formalized as a standard in 1982. Notably, the R-2000 standard is a voluntary standard to exceed building code requirements for energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and environmental responsibility.

The R-2000 program is managed by NRCan's Office of Energy Efficiency and comprises:

• R-2000 standard - technical specifications{{cite web|title=R-2000 Standard|url=https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/energy-efficiency/homes/professional-opportunities/become-energy-efficient-builder/details-the-r-2000-standard/20588|access-date=21 May 2021|website=Natural Resources Canada – R2000 standard}}
• quality assurance
• certification
• training and licensing of builders and service providers
• consumer information

In May 2008, the CHBA published an internal discussion paper proposing changes to the R-2000 standard so it would remain at the forefront as the reference model that influences other programs or initiatives.{{cite web|url=http://www.chba.ca/membersarea/mainpagefeatures/Environment/R2000/Reports/Proposed%20R-2000%20Changes%20May08.pdf|title=Proposed Changes to the R-2000 Technical Requirements|accessdate=2008-11-22}} {{Dead link|date=October 2010|bot=H3llBot}}