Maddy is an analyst with the Transportation and Urban Solutions team at the Pembina Institute, Canada’s leading clean energy think tank. In her role, she conducts research and engages with stakeholders to support the adoption of clean transportation in Canada.
Prior to joining the Institute, Maddy completed a master’s degree at the University of Toronto in the Department of Civil & Mineral Engineering. Her research focused on evaluating low-carbon alternatives to diesel fuel for long-haul trucking in Canada using multi-criteria decision making tools and insights from stakeholder interviews. She also conducted research on the evaluation of biofuels for heavy-duty transportation using life cycle assessment. Maddy has presented her research at several international conferences across North America.
Outside of work, Maddy enjoys the cultural delights that Toronto has to offer. In particular, she enjoys discovering new restaurants and seeing live music.
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Maddy Ewing's Recent Publications
Municipal actions needed to reduce GHG emissions by electrifying urban delivery Letter to municipal governments in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area
PublicationWith the rise in urban delivery that sees more trucks on our streets, and the drive to lower greenhouse gas emissions in Canadian cities, we are outlining the actions city transportation managers in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area can take to help local businesses and delivery fleet operators make the switch from internal combustion engine vehicles to zero-emission vehicles.
A guide to electrifying urban delivery fleets in Canadian cities Why and how last-mile delivery companies should make the switch to electric vehicles
PublicationAs door-to-door deliveries increase in Canadian cities, a switch to electric vehicles is an important way that businesses, fleet operators and city planners can mitigate the impact of urban delivery emissions on climate change and air quality.
Long-haul trucking fleets take emission reductions into their own hands Canadian companies adopt practices and devices that lower fuel use and costs
PublicationFreight trucks play a critical role in our society by ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of goods. However, it is critical that we decarbonize long-haul heavy-duty truck transport.
Costs, benefits and uptake of trailer fuel-saving devices An examination of Canada’s on-road freight sector
PublicationTo improve fuel efficiency and reduce transportation emissions, trucking fleets across Canada are outfitting their trailers with fuel-saving devices, such as aerodynamic add-ons or low rolling resistance tires. But how widely are fuel-saving devices adopted in the Canadian trucking industry? Consultation with the trucking sector revealed that adoption of most devices is low and that further supports are required.
A hydrogen strategy can help Ontario achieve climate targets Submission to the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks in response to its hydrogen strategy discussion paper
PublicationOn behalf of the Pembina Institute, Carolyn Kim and Maddy Ewing submitted comments in January, 2021, to the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, following a request for feedback that will inform the province’s first ever hydrogen strategy.
