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2010-2023
Buildings
February 10, 2023
Media Release

Federal retrofit programs a great step for decarbonizing buildings

Announcement a significant step toward investment needed for deep retrofits and electrification in Canada
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Buildings
January 18, 2023
Op-ed

Canada needs a better approach to net-zero home renovations

Incentive programs need to meet homeowners where they are and set them on a path to zero-carbon homes
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November 4, 2022
Media Release

Fall Economic Statement seeks to unlock private capital needed for energy transition

Pembina Institute available to comment
Home in remote community with diesel tanks
Remote Communities
July 20, 2022
Article

Remote communities transitioning to clean energy need better housing

Governments must prioritize energy efficiency to successfully reduce diesel dependency
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Older house in Canada
Buildings
July 11, 2022
Op-ed

When it comes to home resiliency, Canada can’t afford to wait

As Canada begins consultation on the National Adaptation Strategy, Canadians must demand governments invest in making our existing housing net-zero.
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Buildings
June 9, 2022
Media Release

Deep retrofits should be priority in B.C.’s extreme heat event strategy

Preparations for unprecedented rises in temperature must include funding for infrastructure upgrades and focus on the most vulnerable
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Sustainable Workforce
June 2, 2022
Publication

Net-Zero Skills

What will Canada need for the coming energy transition?
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Buildings
May 25, 2022
Publication

Actions Needed to Electrify British Columbia’s Buildings

CleanBC’s plan for the building sector is a promising start to a clean energy future
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Buildings, Transportation
April 29, 2022
Media Release

Ontario budget doubles down on electrification and EV manufacturing

Response to the 2022 Ontario pre-election budget
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April 26, 2022
Media Release

Ontario’s top climate policies for the 2022 election

Pembina Institute recommends provincial policies that will prepare the province for the energy transition
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March 29, 2022
Media Release

2030 Emissions Reduction Plan is a turning point for climate action

Success now hinges on rigorous implementation of the policies outlined in the plan
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Buildings, Sustainable Workforce
December 8, 2021
Publication

Growth in B.C.’s green building sector spurs job creation

Increased investments will help accelerate a clean energy economy
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Electricity
August 28, 2021
Publication

Aligning electricity planning with B.C.’s climate and social goals

Recommendations to BC Hydro on the Draft Integrated Resource Plan
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August 19, 2021
Publication

Metro Vancouver 2021 Clean Air Plan: for Climate and Health

Pembina Institute comments and recommendations
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Buildings
July 15, 2021
Media Release

Heat waves fuel urgency to retrofit homes and buildings

Pembina Institute report finds building retrofits could create 200,000 jobs, generate $48 billion in economic development, and slash carbon emissions
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