About ALTERNA
We were founded in 2019 based on four deeply rooted principles
Building Strong RELATIONSHIPS
With KNOWLEDGE of energy systems
Clear COMMUNICATION
to simplify the complex
To create INNOVATIVE unique solutions
that meet your needs to build resilient homes, buildings and communities
Our Vision
To be the leader in the development, integration and optimization of high-performance building technologies into the conventionally built environment to transition our homes, buildings & communities to a resilient zero-carbon future.
Our Strategy
We are here to create clean, reliable and resilient climate control and power energy systems for homes, buildings and communities for the equitable benefit of all stakeholders for generations to come. We do so by intelligently integrating design, construction and operational functions to engage like-minded people and stay accountable to our clients, by embracing technology to constantly evolve our business as a catalyst for positive change in our world. Betterment of our communities, the ecosystem and positive legacy for the future is what inspires us.
Thomas Barr
CIO, Energy Integration Specialist
Passionate about change, Thomas has based his career on making a positive impact on reducing the amount of energy, buildings and communities require for a resilient future. Thomas discovered a strong personal interest in improving the overall functionality and efficiency of mechanical and electrical systems for buildings and communities. Through his endeavours, he has gained experience in energy modelling, GeoExchange, solar thermal, photovoltaic, and waste heat recovery systems as well as construct them successfully. He has come to manage full mechanical and electrical systems from concept to construction and through to project completion successfully under many contract formats.
David Tougas
CEO, Business Development
Dave is a lifelong plumber and second-generation family business owner. In 2013, he took over Access Plumbing from his father and has successfully grown the business to see 10,000 + new homes completed in the Edmonton area. Dave also started One Hour plumbing, focusing on residential service, and in 2019 teamed up with Curtis Crouse to join with his A-1 Heating. Throughout his ownership of both companies, Dave has developed a unique project portfolio as well as implemented various technologies and processes to run both successfully.
Curtis Crouse
COO, HVAC + Service Specialist
Curtis has spent his entire life working in small businesses. From selling ice cream, washing dishes, running a manufacturing plant to finally landing on owning an HVAC company, Curtis has seen most facets of small business. Curtis graduated from the University of Lethbridge in 2006 with a Business Degree and currently lives in St. Albert with his wife, Sheyanne and daughter, Sloan.
Don Curry
COO, Energy Integration + HVAC Specialist
Don is a hands-on business professional with many specialties and background expertise in residential and commercial mechanical systems and process development. By gaining significant experience working at the forefront of high-performance mechanical systems technologies within low energy building applications Don has a unique perspective that helps to push innovation within our industry. He has developed an individualistic approach to developing, designing, and installing specialty cold climate HVAC systems within homes and businesses.