Efficiency Canada

📢 The 2024 Canadian Energy Efficiency Scorecard: Provinces and Territories is out now! This report measures provincial and territorial progress on energy efficiency programming using 45 metrics across energy efficiency policies and programs, buildings, transportation, and industry. This year, British Columbia stays in the top spot with Québec and Prince Edward Island tied for second place. Our research also shows that energy savings in 2023 increased by 25% over 2022. Authored by Alyssa Nippard, Carol Maas, Matthew Wu, James Gaede and Brendan Haley. See where your province/territory ranks: https://lnkd.in/g_BhreuP #EnergyEfficiency #EnergyPolicy #NetZero #EnergyManagement

This Friday at 12 p.m. ET, join our DiscoverEE webinar with Jay Olson, a Behavioural Science Fellow at Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), as he presents findings from two studies conducted by Natural Resources Canada and Toronto Hydro, which leveraged behavioural insights to drive awareness and adoption of heat pumps. Register: https://lnkd.in/gpiaq99g

Saskatchewan is backtracking on its commitment to make new buildings more energy efficient. Saskatchewan’s minimum code has been set at tier 2 for over a year and reverting to a lower standard will create unnecessary administrative burdens and uncertainty. Call on the Saskatchewan government to reconsider this decision and maintain higher building standards that will ensure long-term savings, reduce energy costs, and promote safer, more durable homes for residents. Send an email to Minister Schmalz and your MLA: https://lnkd.in/dWypF_4y

Tune in to the next DiscoverEE webinar on March 21st with our featured presenter Jay Olson, a Behavioural Science Fellow at Natural Resources Canada (NRCan). With the growing need for sustainable home heating solutions, alternatives to traditional fossil-fuel systems are more important than ever. Electric heat pumps offer a cleaner, more efficient option, yet nearly half of homeowners and landlords remain unaware of their benefits. In this session, findings will be presented from two studies conducted by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) Resources Canada and Toronto Hydro, which leveraged behavioural insights to drive awareness and adoption of heat pumps. Register to watch: https://lnkd.in/gpiaq99g #EnergyEfficiency #HeatPumps #Webinar

Scaling up and coordinating energy efficiency can be part of a strategy to create “made in Canada” supply chains that deliver what we need — suitable housing, affordability, and resilient energy systems. Read our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/evTzsxJ9

Celebrate International Women’s Day with a DiscoverEE webinar with Yasmin Abraham, President and Co-Founder of Kambo Energy Group, a social enterprise tackling energy poverty and improving housing in under-prioritized communities. A leader in equity-based energy and climate programming, Yasmin works with governments and utilities across North America to design inclusive solutions. She serves on key advisory councils and has built a workforce where 83% identify as visible minority, immigrant, and/or multilingual, with 59% female representation. Join us as Yasmin shares insights on climate leadership, energy justice, and workforce diversity. ➡️ Register: https://lnkd.in/gpiaq99g #InternationalWomensDay #Webinar

Become an integral part of the Efficiency Canada team! We are seeking a Director of Engagement to further our work on energy efficiency policy. The position is responsible for developing and implementing our strategy to build political power in the energy efficiency sector by effectively mobilizing our research. In this position, you'll also help to coordinate and strengthen all of the various relationships we have with the sector, including the design and implementation of services for organizations and people in the sector. The deadline to apply is March 21st at 11:59 p.m. (ET). ➡️ Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gQ5b4cpW #NowHiring #CanadaJobs #EnergyEfficiency

"Utility resource planning is central to Canada’s ability to achieve its climate and energy commitments." Efficiency Canada's latest report warns that utilities are underestimating future power demand and failing to put demand-side resources on par with new supply – thus impeding Canada’s electric utilities from preparing for a net-zero future. The report, co-authored by Efficiency Canada Director of Research James Gaede and Senior Director of Policy Strategy Brendan Haley, says gaps in the system could hinder the sector’s progress at a crucial moment in the net-zero transition. 📖 Read more in The Energy Mix: https://lnkd.in/g8RWMPyQ ➡️ Download our report: https://lnkd.in/gZweEG2f

Join the team at Efficiency Canada! We are seeking a Social Media Coordinator to assist with national and regional campaigns aimed at securing policy change. In this position, you’ll join a collaborative team of communications specialists and manage our output on social media platforms. This role is best suited for a creative self-starter who can transform our research into engaging and digestible content to engage advocates and policymakers. The deadline to apply is March 14th at 11:59 p.m. (ET). ➡️ Apply now: https://lnkd.in/g_3RAViM #NowHiring #CanadaJobs #EnergyEfficiency

[New report] As Canada works towards a net-zero future by 2050, utility resource planning is central to the country's ability to achieve its climate and energy commitments. Without proactive and integrated planning, the country risks falling behind its net-zero goals, increasing consumer costs, and missing opportunities to leverage demand-side solutions for a more efficient and resilient energy system. Our new report examines how Canadian utilities currently plan for the future and identifies key gaps that could hinder progress. We also explore the integration of demand-side resources, the risks associated with reactive planning, and the necessity for more coordinated and transparent decision-making processes. Authored by James Gaede and Brendan Haley. Read the report: https://lnkd.in/gZweEG2f