REPORT
Benchmarking Canadian Minimum Energy Performance Standards for Appliances and Equipment June 9, 2026REPORT
Benchmarking Canadian Minimum Energy Performance Standards for Appliances and Equipment June 9, 2026About the report
Stronger minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) for appliances and equipment can help Canada significantly lower energy consumption, reducing emissions and saving utility costs.
Benchmarking Canadian Minimum Energy Performance Standards for Appliances and Equipment provides analysis and recommendations on three key categories: electric motors, lighting, and major home appliances.
Upcoming updates to Canada’s Energy Efficiency Regulations, particularly Amendments 19 and 20, provide a vital opportunity to strengthen this powerful yet often overlooked tool.
Authors
Sarah Riddell
Senior Policy Research Associate
Key report findings
Adopting world-leading MEPS for electric motors and general service lamps in 2029 would save Canadian businesses an estimated $5.7 billion in utility costs by 2050.
The majority of major home appliances shipped in Canada are already ENERGY STAR®️ certified, suggesting stronger MEPS would be highly feasible.
