About ALTERNA

We were founded in 2019 based on four deeply rooted principles

Building Strong RELATIONSHIPS

by understanding your needs

With KNOWLEDGE of energy systems

that are technology agnostic

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.

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.