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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, Customer Energy
March 31, 2026
Publication

Demand as a Utility Resource

Legislative and implementation pathways to demand-side management
Kari Hyde
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Electricity
March 10, 2026
Publication

Path of Most Resistance

Can Alberta build a credible alternate plan to reduce electricity emissions?
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Goreway Power Station
Electricity
February 26, 2026
Article

Ontario faces risks in relying too much on gas power

Natural gas generation to grow to make up for nuclear refurbishment shutdowns
David Pickup
Time-varying rates in Alberta report cover
Buildings, Customer Energy
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
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
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Buildings, Electricity
October 20, 2025
Media Release

Pembina Institute welcomes Alberta's intention to advance demand-side management, electricity interties

Both measures will enable grid reliability and flexibility, lowering costs for utilities and customers
Portrait of Chris Severson-Baker
Buildings
October 15, 2025
Media Release

Empowering customers in Alberta’s energy system can unlock billions in benefits

DSM can keep the province competitive, lower utility bills, and create high-quality local jobs
Kari Hyde Ceileigh McAllister
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Buildings, Customer Energy
October 15, 2025
Publication

Beyond the Meter

Harnessing demand-side management to power Alberta's energy future
Kari Hyde Ceileigh McAllister