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2010-2023
electricity transmission in rainy valley on vancouver island bc
Buildings, Electricity, Transportation
April 30, 2026
Op-ed

In this uncertain time, is B.C. putting our best tool - CleanBC - back on the shelf?

CleanBC was once viewed as a shining example of climate and economic planning, but there's been no formal response to an independent review report and no real climate measures in the 2026 budget
Portrait of Jessica McIlroy
Primer page 1
Buildings
April 28, 2026
Publication

Exploring prefabricated retrofits for occupied suites

How prefabrication streamlines construction, shortens in‑suite time, and improves the overall occupant experience
Kevin Lockhart
Townhouses under construction Ontario
Buildings
April 22, 2026
Article

Ontario’s development changes could risk energy affordability and economic opportunity

Bill 98 could raise energy costs and weaken local economic outcomes
Kevin Lockhart
Man installing thermal roof insulation
Buildings
March 31, 2026
Op-ed

The untapped value of retrofit investments

Why better buildings create benefits across health, insurance, energy and housing – and why our markets should start recognizing it
Kari Hyde
Demand as a Utility Resource
Buildings
March 31, 2026
Publication

Demand as a Utility Resource

Legislative and implementation pathways to demand-side management
Kari Hyde
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Time-varying rates in Alberta report cover
Buildings
February 13, 2026
Publication

Getting Time-Varying Rates Right in Alberta

Why DSM must come before price signals
Kari Hyde
Roofer builder worker with crane installing structural insulated panels
Buildings
February 10, 2026
Article

Retrofit investments are nation‑building

Why long‑term retrofit planning belongs in Build Canada Homes
Kevin Lockhart
Cover of Building One Canadian Economy report
Buildings, Sustainable Workforce
December 12, 2025
Publication

Building One Canadian Economy

Accelerating adoption of lower-carbon concrete in Ontario and Alberta
Kari Hyde Ceileigh McAllister Mercer Pommer
Buildings
December 12, 2025
Media Release

Lower-carbon concrete can drive prosperity and long-term investment

Concrete standards, procurement and workforce readiness can help build “one Canadian economy”
Kari Hyde Ceileigh McAllister Mercer Pommer
Installing insulation in attic for a retrofit
Buildings
December 9, 2025
Op-ed

Beyond Boom and Bust

A third way to transform Canada’s retrofit industry
Kevin Lockhart
Family leaving home using smart home automation
Buildings, Sustainable Workforce, Transportation
November 20, 2025
Article

Climate as a lever to deliver on emerging Canadian priorities

Climate action is the answer to Canadians’ most pressing concerns
Laura headshot Portrait of Sarah Snowdon
Buildings, Electricity, Sustainable Workforce, Oil & Gas, Remote Communities, Transportation
November 13, 2025
Media Release

New major projects have potential to be “climate competitive”

Federal policy consistency key to achieving economic, climate goals
Portrait of Chris Severson-Baker
Calgary residential area flood
Buildings
November 12, 2025
Article

How governments and insurers can help lower soaring home insurance costs

Resilient retrofits can make homes more affordable — but only if we recognize their true value
Portrait of Raidin Blue