The federal government announced Greener Homes grants are winding down and hinted at future directions to support energy retrofits. Long-term consistent support for energy retrofits is needed.
This briefing note delves into the critical role the federal government can play in advancing Mandatory Building Performance Standards (MBPS) in Canada.
Efficiency Canada has long emphasized the need for a national low-income energy efficiency strategy.
Toronto is joining other major North American cities in mandating building performance standards.
Heat pumps offer building owners and occupants many benefits including increased comfort, often lower utility costs and access to efficient cooling — increasingly essential due to climate change.
Explore solutions to enhance benchmarking adoption, drawing on lessons from other jurisdictions.