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 sustainably.
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 climate priorities.
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 Canadians.
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 in recent years. While electrification is widely viewed as the optimal pathway to decarbonizing energy systems, many provinces are also beginning to recognize its economic potential. To realize these objectives while maintaining system reliability and affordability, Canadian utilities will need to capture the full potential of demand-side resources, such as energy efficiency.
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 building a more self-reliant economy. Energy efficiency can help achieve both.