How Build Canada Homes can advance the Retrofit Mission
As the federal government ramps up support for affordable housing, retrofits can provide long-term stability to the housing market. Authored by Betsy Agar.
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. Authored by Brendan Haley.
Saskatchewan’s building code backtrack will burden homeowners with higher costs
Saskatchewan is backtracking on its commitment to make new buildings more energy efficient, a move Efficiency Canada says will disrupt the construction sector and lead to higher long-term costs for homeowners.
2024 Canadian Energy Efficiency Scorecard: Provinces and Territories
The Canadian Energy Efficiency Scorecard tracks provinces and territories on 45 metrics across energy efficiency policies and programs, buildings, transportation and industry, and provides an overall score. Authored by Alyssa Nippard, Carol Maas, Matthew Wu, James Gaede and Brendan Haley.
Policy Strategies to Support Innovation in New Housing Construction
This report offers policy recommendations for federal, provincial, and local governments aimed at fostering meaningful and sustainable advancements in new housing construction. Authored by Kevin Lockhart and Brendan Haley.