April 8, 2022 – Calgary, AB – Tom Jackson, one of Canada’s most recognizable indigenous actors and entertainers is joining ZS2 Technologies to help bring sustainable affordable housing to communities across Canada.
As Director of Community Engagement at ZS2 he will connect with growing and rebuilding communities, expanding the possibilities for them to build healthy, environmentally sustainable, and climate resilient homes rapidly and affordably.
“As our rural and indigenous communities build and grow, it is vital they look to the future and ensure they are built with the environment, resilience, and longevity in mind. Affordable housing can literally save lives, so I’m excited to work with the team at ZS2 Technologies in providing access to these industry-leading building solutions,” Jackson says.
Jackson also has more than 20 years of experience in the building industry working to develop and market innovative solutions for affordable housing as a Founding Partner of Greensmart Homes, and President and CEO of Earthcel and Dreamcatcher Housing Ltd.
ZS2 Technologies has grown rapidly since its beginnings in April 2020 to become one of the leading developers of sustainable building science and technology in Canada. Their proprietary magnesium oxysulfate cement formulation provides a low-carbon cement alternative that slashes embodied carbon by over 60 per cent. The resulting TechBoard™ and TechPanels™ are used in the construction of building envelopes that reduce energy consumption by an average of 50 per cent, and are highly climate resilient with water, mould, pest and fire resistance. TechPanel structures can also be built in a matter of days, instead of weeks and months.
“Extreme weather events and supply chain challenges in the past two years has highlighted the importance of building resilient, sustainable structures using local supply chains. We’re excited to have someone with Tom’s background and relationships to help us bring more of ZS2’s Canadian building solutions to growing communities throughout North America,” Scott Jenkins, CEO of ZS2 Technologies, says.
In addition to being a folk-pop singer/songwriter and activist, Jackson has starred in hit shows like North of 60, Shining Time Station, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Law & Order and Red Earth Uncovered. Most recent guest roles in Season 4 and 6 of Outlander, Cardinal and Supergirl.
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