A new report from Efficiency Canada, part of Carleton University’s Sustainable Energy Research Centre in Ottawa, Ont., examines how Canada’s federal government could play a leadership role in decarbonizing the building sector through Mandatory Building Performance Standards.
Key points summarized by Efficiency Canada:
Efficiency Canada, March 21, 2024
- MBPS is an established and pivotal policy for scaling retrofit activity needed to meet jurisdictional climate commitments.
- The federal government’s expertise and infrastructure uniquely positions it to accelerate MBPS program design via tailored guidance, practical tools, and technical assistance.
- Careful consideration of constitutional, administrative, and political challenges will be essential to prevent federal-provincial disputes.
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Read the full report, “Driving Climate Action: How Federal Leadership Can Shape Mandatory Building Performance Standards in Canada,” by Sharane Simon, a research associate at Efficiency Canada.
