Blogs
5 reasons improving energy efficiency is a good nation-building project
Energy efficiency deserves to be treated as a nation-building project — one that the federal government should lead.
The economic case for energy efficiency
A made-in-Canada strategy to cut trade risks, support Canadian businesses, and build resilience in uncertain times.
Canada’s retrofit mission is the key to unlocking housing and economic growth
A national retrofit mission is a made-in-Canada economic strategy that is the foundation for building new housing faster, cheaper, and...
When alignment becomes a liability: ENERGY STAR and the case for a made-in-Canada approach to appliance and equipment efficiency
A made-in-Canada approach can strengthen appliance and equipment efficiency programs, safeguard consumer savings, and reflect Canada’s clean energy strengths and...
Re-thinking the Canada Greener Homes Loan Program
The Greener Homes Loan Program is a success, but new business models could unlock public-private cooperation and lower costs for...
A preliminary look at demand flexibility and peak demand reductions in Canada
A recent study by Efficiency Canada found that utility resource planning has struggled to keep pace with electricity demand growth...
What is the role of energy efficiency in a trade war?
In the face of Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods, the primary policy objectives will likely be people’s security and...
A review of recent heat pump research and initiatives for Canadian policymakers
Cooling is a growing necessity in a warming Canada. Heat pumps provide efficient heating and cooling, protecting vulnerable populations during...
Ontario’s new electricity DSM plan: How does it stack up?
Ontario announced a new electricity demand-side management framework. This review considers how Ontario arrived at this framework and benchmarks it...