Publications
Efficiency Canada’s research explores the benefits of energy efficiency within a Canadian context. Our publications include reports, policy briefs, submissions, and other resources. Explore all past reports, submissions, policy briefs, or use the search or filter tools to navigate publications by issue area or publication type.
Advancing Mandatory Building Performance Standards: A roadmap for local government action
As Canadian jurisdictions increasingly consider adopting MBPS, practical tools like this roadmap aim to assist policymakers in allocating resources, streamlining...
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Energy poverty and housing vulnerability are critical issues affecting many Canadians. This report provides policy and program recommendations to unlock...
Energy Poverty Data Map: User Guide
The Energy Poverty Data Map: User Guide introduces an interactive map designed to visualize energy poverty and vulnerability across Canada.
Archetypes of Experiences with Energy Poverty in Canada
This report uses qualitative user-profiles and associated evidence from academic and grey literature and Canadian Census data to unpack lived...
Public Review of Proposed Changes to the 2020 National Model Codes
The National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB) and the National Building Code (NBC) make up the foundation for Canada’s first...
Update to the Green Development Standards
Addressing energy efficiency and resilience in new construction is one of the best actions the City of Mississauga can take...