Alberta is poised to make $5.8 billion annually and sustain 24,000 local jobs, but investments are needed to realize these benefits. Our research found that $2.5 billion in annual investments is needed to meet projected growth in the retrofit sector. Read our full blog 👉 buff.ly/Lm1rmy6

Trade uncertainty is a reminder that Canada needs policies that put Canadians first. Canadians need more choice and affordable cars. Policies that support competition can deliver that. A strong vehicle emissions standard builds a more resilient auto sector. 👇

New U.S. tariffs prove Canada needs a strong vehicle emissions strategy | Pembina Institute

TORONTO— ADAM THORN, clean growth director at the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to the latest U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods: “Recent U.S. trade actions are another…

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📢 Canada has a $21B #EV charging infrastructure opportunity, according to CCIC's latest research. The catch? Investors need certainty before they’ll build. Strong vehicle emissions rules could unlock $21B in charging investment by 2035. A weaker standard leaves $7B on the table. buff.ly/36iiAYz

Carbon pricing makes us economically competitive in a world ready for low-carbon products.🍁🌏 Fragmentation across our carbon pricing systems may become increasingly important to address as carbon costs become more closely linked to global trade. @energyfutureslab.bsky.social 🔗: buff.ly/1sR1eRt

Alberta’s new Meta #DataCentre will require more electricity than the entire city of Calgary — and with current policy has pushed it to be powered by natural gas. Other jurisdictions are pairing data centres with #renewables, but AB is focused on locking in increased gas usage. buff.ly/vkunKyg

Upgrading Alberta’s buildings through retrofits means more comfortable, affordable and climate-resilient homes — and a major economic boost.️❗💰 A $2.5B/year retrofit investment could deliver $5.8B in GDP and 24,000 jobs. Read our new report ➡️ buff.ly/CHLSvvd #abpoli

The clean energy transition isn’t happening “out there.” It’s happening in our communities, our homes, and our jobs. This June, your donation is matched — doubling your impact 🍁👇 buff.ly/0BPUI5J

Retrofit demand exists in Alberta, and so does the skills and projects. But without consistent, aligned programs, most decisions still happen without support. Across Canada, DSM programs help make projects easier to finance and deliver. Here’s how they can work in Alberta 👇 🔗 buff.ly/bOIDwaG

If Canada wants to maintain its identity as a clean energy superpower, our policies need an update.🍁🔄️ This is what our Buildings director Kevin Lockhart recommended to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Natural Resources. Explore our core arguments 👇 buff.ly/7Goj1UL

Big shift in Ontario’s power system 👇 In the province’s latest capacity auction, batteries beat gas — winning every contract. By storing cheap renewable energy, they’re making the grid cleaner and more reliable. More from our senior analyst ⬇️ #EnergySky #ONpoli #EnergyTransition #CleanEnergy

There’s a lot of concern about data centres driving electricity demand, and in the #AgeofElectricity, that concern is valid. But the conversation is missing something: they don’t have to just strain the grid. With the right design, they can help support it. 🔗 buff.ly/Ah4H9gg

Alberta is about much, much more than oil and gas. Great to see these polling results from (Alberta-based) @pembina.org. 6 in 10 don’t want taxpayer money to support a new oil pipeline, and 2 in 3 say AB's economy is too dependent on oil and gas. www.theenergymix.com/breaking-61-...

61% of Albertans Oppose Subsidies for New Pipeline

Six in 10 Albertans don’t want taxpayer money to support a new oil pipeline, and two-thirds say their province’s economy is too dependent on oil and gas, according to new polling released this morning...

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How does smarter electricity use benefit Canada? 🍁 💰Utility bill savings 📉Reduced electricity consumption ⚡Avoided infrastructure investments With rising electricity demand, customer energy solutions — from smart homes to EV charging — are key to managing costs and peak demand. 👉 buff.ly/yDyveo4

#Buildings are the largest scalable sector to transform clean energy into emissions reductions, cost savings, and grid flexibility.⚡🏢 Now, we need a clear roadmap to achieve Canada’s goals for the sector set in the newly released National Electricity Strategy👇 #cdnpoli buff.ly/eHgDEY7

The air kids breathe on the way to school matters. Electric school buses mean cleaner air, quieter rides, and better health for students and communities. Every child deserves a clean ride to school. #CleanAirDay #EnviroWeek

When smoke fills the air outside, our homes matter more than ever. But many buildings were designed for a climate that no longer exists. Better insulation, air sealing and filtration, and cooling can help protect the air we breathe indoors — where we spend 90% of our time. #CleanAirDay #EnviroWeek

We’re in Ottawa this week to talk about energy systems in northern and remote communities with federal leaders. The past decade has seen incredible progress, but this progress is at risk. Federal policy will play an important role for decades to come.

Upgrading your home shouldn’t mean putting your life on hold. 🚧🏠 Prefabricated retrofits could make building upgrades quicker and less disruptive, so people can stay in their homes during upgrades. Our primer breaks down how this works 👇 buff.ly/9r2M1Ot

The costs from wildfire smoke show up in our lungs, our hospitals, and our daily lives. “When Canadians talk about affordability, the discussion often revolves around the cost of fuel. While we pay for gasoline and diesel with our credit cards...scientists have shown we also pay with our bodies."

We don’t need to start from scratch to improve our buildings. Most of what we’ll rely on in 2050 is already here — it just needs upgrading. That’s the work behind our newly relaunched Reframed Initiative. buff.ly/m6VZhI6

B.C.’s new Power Smart 2.0 plan puts demand-side resources where they belong: at the centre of the energy system.⚡ With electricity demand rising, energy efficiency, load flexibility and smart tools can reduce the need for costly new infrastructure. #bcpoli

Historic Power Smart 2.0 plan a practical step towards affordable electricity investment in B.C. | Pembina Institute

Toronto — KEVIN LOCKHART, director of the Buildings program at the Pembina Institute, and KARI HYDE, director of Customer Energy Solutions, made the following statement in response to the release of…

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We’re headed to Ottawa in June to bring remote and Indigenous community perspectives into federal conversations on renewable energy. We’ll be convening community leaders, advocates, and policymakers to discuss practical steps to move policy forward. 🔗Learn more: buff.ly/rjZCqKE

In B.C., electricity is doing something gas can’t: staying predictable.⚡ The Zero Emissions Innovation Centre’s latest roadmap shows made‑in‑B.C. electricity is a more stable, affordable option than volatile natural gas. Gas rose 17.5% in 2025. Electricity rose just 3.75%. #bcpoli buff.ly/g1JOdeJ

The federal-Alberta energy MOU fails to deliver on Canada’s climate goals. A lower industrial carbon price will harm our climate credibility and economic future. 2040 is 15 years too late to cut emissions and attract investment when it’s needed most. 🔗 Our full response: buff.ly/VnJd4la

Weakened industrial carbon price harms Canada’s economic future, abandons international commitments | Pembina Institute

CALGARY — CHRIS SEVERSON-BAKER, Executive Director of the Pembina Institute, made the following statement in response to the latest news on the federal-Alberta energy MOU:

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ICYMI: this piece on time-of-day pricing in New Brunswick, featuring input from our team, has been nominated for an Atlantic Journalism Award. 🎉🎖️ It’s a great reminder that energy affordability isn’t just about tech, but about trust and public engagement. #cdnpoli #EnergySky buff.ly/gcfQc9H

Electricity demand is forecast to grow by up to 50% by 2035, and the way we use energy is changing too.⚡ As more Canadians adopt EVs and smart tech, customers are becoming central to this shift. That’s why we launched our new Customer Energy Solutions program 👇 buff.ly/q0bjXps

‘My own contribution’: the Ottawa immigrants learning to retrofit homes and fight the climate crisis www.theguardian.com/environment/... @envirocentre.bsky.social

‘My own contribution’: the Ottawa immigrants learning to retrofit homes and fight the climate crisis

A Canadian social enterprise hopes to help solve the urgent need for retrofits and shortage of skilled workers

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Ontario’s proposed development changes won’t solve what’s actually holding housing back. Instead, they add uncertainty and risk, leading to homes that are harder to insure and cost more to heat and retrofit. Real predictability comes from clear, forward-looking standards. #onpoli

“We are excited to celebrate the first School Street in the BC School Streets project. That it is the week of #EarthDay is perfect timing." — Brianna Salmon, Executive Director, GCC Learn more about the City of Burnaby's first School Streets pop-up at Gilmore Elementary School: buff.ly/wDteO9H

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A one-week School Street pop-up at Gilmore Elementary School

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The City of New Westminster is the FIRST municipality in Canada to pass a maximum heat bylaw. 🌡️🥵 Our homes are our first line of defense against extreme heat. As climate events increase in frequency and severity, it’s more important than ever for Canadians to have access to safe temperatures.