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

"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

Exciting news! We’re thrilled to welcome Betsy Agar to Efficiency Canada as our new Director, Buildings Policy. 🎉 With over a decade of experience driving building decarbonization and climate adaptation, Betsy is a licensed building science engineer who has long been at the forefront of energy efficiency. Her deep technical expertise and passion for sustainable design make her a fantastic addition to our team. Please join us in welcoming Betsy to the team.

Saskatchewan is backtracking on its commitment to make new buildings more energy efficient, a move that will disrupt the construction sector and lead to higher long-term costs for homeowners. Read Efficiency Canada's full response. ⬇️

Help protect British Columbia's energy future. Recently, the Step Code faced significant uncertainty in the lead-up to the provincial election. While it remains intact, it’s clear that we cannot take its future for granted. The B.C. Step Code sets the standards that drive innovation, create sustainable job opportunities, and reduce carbon emissions in the province. MLAs don’t often hear directly from the people who work hard every day to bring energy-efficient buildings to life. Your story and expertise can help them understand the Step Code's real-world impact and why it’s essential to our shared goals. Take two minutes to write your MLA: https://lnkd.in/gqbnFaUB Together, we can ensure B.C. continues to lead the way in energy efficiency.

This Black Futures Month and beyond, Efficiency Canada is amplifying the voices of trailblazers shaping a bold, inclusive future in energy efficiency. Meet Ruvi Mugara, Director of Projects at Thinkwell Shift — a leader whose journey is defined by growth, adaptability, and impact. With a psychology background, she seamlessly transitioned into managing programs that empower communities across Atlantic Canada to embrace clean energy. Ruvi collaborates with utilities, school boards, and homeowners, using expert communication strategies to drive sustainability through initiatives like NB Power Navigators, Efficiency Nova Scotia's Green Schools, and the Efficient Product Installation Service. She believes people are our greatest resource and continues to inspire an equitable transition. Through A Day in the Life, Efficiency Canada spotlights professionals like Ruvi — engineers, retrofitters, tradespeople, and academics — showcasing their impact. – En ce Mois de l'avenir des Noirs et au-delà, Efficacité Canada fait entendre la voix de pionniers qui façonnent un avenir audacieux et inclusif dans le domaine de l'efficacité énergétique. Voici Ruvi Mugara, directrice de projets chez Thinkwell Shift, une leader dont le parcours se définit par la croissance, l'adaptabilité et l'impact. Avec une formation en psychologie, elle a fait une transition sans heurt vers la gestion de programmes qui permettent aux communautés du Canada atlantique d'adopter l'énergie propre. Ruvi collabore avec les services publics, les conseils scolaires et les propriétaires, en utilisant des stratégies de communication expertes pour promouvoir la durabilité par le biais d'initiatives telles que les Navigateurs Énergie NB, les Écoles vertes N.-É et le Service d'installation de produits efficaces. Elle croit que les gens sont notre plus grande ressource et continue d'inspirer une transition équitable. Grâce à Une journée dans la vie, Efficacité Canada met en vedette des professionnels comme Ruvi – ingénieurs, rénovateurs, gens de métier et universitaires – en montrant leur impact. Commencez votre cheminement de carrière dès aujourd'hui ! Cliquez sur le lien du carrefour des carrières dans notre bio et partagez pour inspirer d'autres personnes. - (Note: In the video, "Green Schools Nova Scotia" refers to Efficiency Nova Scotia's Green Schools initiative.) #EnergyEfficiency #ADayInTheLife #EnergySector #CleanEnergy #BlackFuturesMonth

Join us Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM ET for the first Building to Net-Zero (BNZ) Community of Practice! As the #BuildingSector grows, ensuring #EnergyEfficiency and #Sustainability is crucial—not only to cut emissions but also to enhance resilience, reduce long-term costs, and support healthier communities. This session will highlight the vital role of municipal leadership in building energy performance and feature insights, real-world experiences, and best practices from guest speakers. 👉 Oriol Bracken has a twenty-year international career specializing in sustainability, corporate governance, environmental stewardship, and resiliency. As Program Manager of Capacity Development at the Community Energy Association, Oriol B. leads projects in the built environment to support a transformation of the building sector at regional and local levels. 👉  Dr. Asad Hussain is an energy professional with a decade of experience in energy management and sustainability. As Senior Energy Manager for the Town of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, Syed Asad Hussain leads the award-winning Energize Bridgewater initiative, developing a community-wide Energy Management and Information System. He also oversees technical services for the Energize Bridgewater Home Upgrades program, advancing energy efficiency, and affordable deep retrofits across the community. 👉 Abhilash Kantamneni has over a decade of experience helping communities leverage clean and efficient energy to achieve local priorities. As Director of Action Research at Efficiency Canada, he applies a community-based approach to advance energy efficiency while promoting better housing, good jobs, and poverty reduction. Register to join us! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gRjqyFSj

Join the team at Efficiency Canada! We are seeking a Policy Research Associate (Energy Poverty) to play an integral role in furthering our work on energy efficiency and energy poverty. As a member of the Policy Research Team, you will play a pivotal role in informing organizational tactics and strategies to advance energy efficiency policy and programs for lower-income Canadians and Indigenous communities. This position involves supporting the Director of Action Research in executing energy poverty-related research projects and other initiatives, including organizing and facilitating workshops, delivering presentations, and collaborating with external stakeholders. The deadline to apply is March 3rd at 11:59 p.m. (ET). ➡️ Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gfPJppB3.. #NowHiring #CanadaJobs #EnergyEfficiency