How to Modernize Canada’s Energy Efficiency Act
This report presents recommendations to bring Canada’s Energy Efficiency Act into the 21st century. Authored by Sarah Riddell, Matt Malinowski, and Vivian Cox.
Leading the way: How municipalities can leverage benchmarking to building labeling to decarbonize existing buildings
Since 2000, the total emissions per unit floor area in Canadian buildings have decreased by about a quarter—this is good news. Overall, however, there has been a slight uptick in building sector emissions since 2005.
Thank you for downloading How to Modernize Canada’s Energy Efficiency Act report
Thank you for downloading the How to Modernize Canada’s Energy Efficiency Act report. This report draws on international examples of energy efficiency legislation and presents ten actionable recommendations to bring Canada’s Energy Efficiency Act into the 21st...
Thank you for downloading Breaking Fuel Silos in Demand Side Management
Thank you for downloading the Breaking Fuel Silos in Demand Side Management report. This report surveys policy options to align DSM strategies with net-zero emission goals by breaking down unhelpful fuel silos and explores Canadian experiences with institutional...
Designing Home Retrofit Policy for the People Who Do the Work
Meeting Canada’s 2050 greenhouse gas emission goals requires significant efforts to scale decarbonization in existing homes. This discussion paper explores practical policies that support HVAC and home performance businesses, emphasizing their essential role in this transition. Authored by Abhilash Kantamneni, Brendan Haley, and Carol Mass.