Let’s make eliminating energy poverty a national priority
Energy poverty — when households spend a high portion of their incomes on energy bills or can’t access services like warmth or cooling — affects more than two million households.
Efficiency+
Energy poverty and housing vulnerability are critical issues affecting many Canadians. This report provides policy and program recommendations to unlock Canada’s capacity to alleviate energy poverty, reduce emissions, improve housing quality and achieve better health outcomes for all Canadians, with an emphasis on targeting programs for those who need them the most. Authored by Abhilash Kantamneni, Brendan Haley, and Laura Tozer.
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 experiences of energy poverty. Authored by Abhilash Kantamneni and Brendan Haley.
Energy Poverty, Housing and Vulnerability in Canada
An exploration of the intersection between energy poverty, housing and vulnerability, particularly in the Canadian context. Authored by Abhilash Kantamneni.