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2010-2023
Semi trucks wait to enter a container terminal
Customer Energy
November 3, 2026
Publication

A Carbon Signal Industry Can Use

Insights from industry experts on effective industrial carbon pricing in Canada
Kari Hyde
Cover of the Pembina Institute’s submission to Environment and Climate Change Canada on proposed amendments to Canada’s vehicle emissions regulations.
Transportation
October 29, 2026
Publication

Pembina Institute submission on proposed amendments to Canada's vehicle emissions standards

Canada needs a clear plan to increase EV adoption before 2030 and stay on track to meet its goal of 75% EV sales by 2035.
Adam Thorn
Transportation
October 21, 2026
Media Release

Canada invests billions in EV manufacturing; puts brakes on policy bringing affordable models to local dealerships

Now a strong vehicle pollution standard is needed so Canadians benefit from EV investments
Adam Thorn
The cover of Hi-Tech Seals report
Buildings
October 19, 2026
Publication

Case Studies: Whole-building Retrofits in Alberta

Featuring four projects: Tennyson Apartments, Hi-Tech Seals, Glenbow, and Sundance Housing Co-operative
Raidin-2026
High voltage towers in the forest Canada
Buildings, Customer Energy
October 19, 2026
Op-ed

For a more affordable Canada, optimize electricity demand while building new supply

Leveraging the energy resources already in our homes and buildings will deliver affordability and resilience while we build
Kari Hyde Kevin Lockhart
Electricity
October 16, 2026
Media Release

In Atlantic Canada, clean energy is becoming a competitive advantage

Recent wind and digital infrastructure announcements show growing demand for clean electricity is reshaping the economy
David Pickup
Canada and Germany flags crossed on a desk
Transportation
October 15, 2026
Article

Middle power collaboration must empower the energy transition

Electrification is the global decarbonization plan; Canada and Germany can look to one another for support
Portrait of Monica Curtis Adam Thorn
Sustainable Workforce
October 15, 2026
Media Release

Canada’s $430M for skilled trades training must go towards building tomorrow’s workforce

Pembina Institute welcomes new apprenticeship funding, urges focus on Canada’s growing clean economy
Hannah Hunter
October 15, 2026
Media Release

Pembina Institute’s Chris Severson-Baker named to Canada’s Clean50

Severson-Baker honoured for his three-decades’ work to accelerate clean energy, electrification in Canada
Oil & Gas
October 13, 2026
Media Release

Alberta’s new draft sub-regional plans miss the mark for protecting caribou and nature

Responsible energy development means balancing oil and gas production with maintaining adequate habitat
Portrait of Simon Dyer
Large parking lot of car dealer with many brand new cars parked for sale
Transportation
October 9, 2026
Op-ed

Ottawa must not abandon electric vehicles to align with Washington

We should use this moment to build a more resilient auto market
Portrait of Chris Severson-Baker Adam Thorn
Carbon Removal
October 9, 2026
Op-ed

Climate overshoot is here. Canada can build the industry that helps contain it

 Portrait of Jorden Dye
Buildings
October 8, 2026
Media Release

Federal heat pump strategy will help cut energy costs, build electricity system

Programs will make homes more affordable to heat and cool, while growing Canadian supply chains
Kevin Lockhart
Methods of Durable CDR: DACCS
Carbon Removal
October 2, 2026
Publication

Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage (DACCS)

Methods of durable carbon dioxide removal
Luisa Corredor
Buildings
October 2, 2026
Media Release

Home retrofit funding a tangible step toward a more affordable, electrified Canada

Canada must build on this progress to double energy productivity and electrification
Kevin Lockhart