Research & Analysis

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2010-2023
Buildings
April 12, 2018
Op-ed

Is B.C.’s Energy Step Code a blueprint for Canada?

Innovative building standard off to a promising start
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December 10, 2017
Op-ed

City of Vancouver–FortisBC climate deal is promising start

But the proof will be in the utility company’s 20-year plan
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Electricity
November 28, 2017
Publication

Alberta Community Solar Guide

Organizing and owning community solar PV projects
Dr. Sara Hastings-Simon
Buildings
November 6, 2017
Op-ed

City of North Vancouver steps up to task of building better

Re: CNV Raises Building Standards in Bid to Raze GHGs, Oct. 13 news story
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October 12, 2017
Media Release

Moving more goods by bike will reduce congestion in Toronto’s downtown

Toronto has huge potential to grow the cyclelogistics sector, bringing economic and environmental benefits
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Transportation
October 12, 2017
Publication

Cyclelogistics

Opportunities for moving goods by bicycle in Toronto
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Buildings
October 10, 2017
Op-ed

Better buildings save money, boost local economy

Re: Passive highrise project planned for West End, Oct. 2
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September 25, 2017
Media Release

Local Governments Urged To “Step it Up” on Energy Efficiency

Three For All asks B.C. municipalities to put the province’s new step code to work
Pembina Institute
Buildings
September 4, 2017
Op-ed

B.C. can unlock big savings with building energy benchmarking

Tracking energy and water consumption is key to efficiency and conservation
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Buildings
July 26, 2017
Op-ed

B.C. municipalities ready to step up for better homes and buildings

The Energy Step Code is coming to a city near you
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Buildings
June 14, 2017
Article

Energy efficient buildings: Subnational governments lead the way

North America’s Quiet Passive House Revolution — Part 2
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June 5, 2017
Media Release

Energy efficiency benchmarking: Coming to a B.C. building near you?

Media advisory: Pembina Institute hosts online forum with City of Seattle’s energy advisor, as B.C. municipalities call for action
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Buildings
May 18, 2017
Article

Gas vs. electricity? Comparing home heating costs in B.C.

Electric heat pumps offer several advantages over gas furnaces
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Buildings
May 18, 2017
Publication

What’s the true cost of home heating in B.C.?

Infographic: Heating your home with clean electricity doesn’t have to increase your bill
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Buildings
May 4, 2017
Op-ed

City plan good for environment and pocketbook

Re: "City fights back against B.C. Liberals natural gas ban claim," online May 1
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