Model Bylaw for a Mandatory Building Performance Standard
This bylaw template helps local governments and staff create emission- or energy-based Mandatory Performance Standards. Use it as a starting point and change it to fit your town’s needs.
The Cool Way To Heat Homes
By switching to heat pumps, consumers could collectively save $10.4 billion in energy bills and reduce home heating emissions by 19.6 million tons by 2035 while obtaining the same cooling benefits. Authored by Alexander Gard-Murray, Brendan Haley, Sarah Miller, and Mathieu Poirier
Written Submission for the Pre-Budget Consultations in Advance of the 2024 Federal Budget
Written Submission for the Pre-Budget Consultations in Advance of the Upcoming Federal Budget. Lowering energy costs for those who need it most and increasing funding to improve energy efficiency. Authored by Brendan Haley.
Canadian Heat Pump Myth Buster
This report examines 10 myths that might hinder heat pump promoting policies in Canada and the facts behind them. Authored by Sarah Riddell and Brendan Haley.
Regulating Energy and Emissions in Existing Buildings
This new guide offers municipalities and policymakers insights into the role existing buildings are expected to play in meeting Canada’s decarbonization goals. Authored by Kevin Lockhart and Sharane Simon.