Research & Analysis
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January 8, 2019
Op-ed
Wanted: B.C. roadmap to zero carbon buildings by 2050
Re: City of Powell River places emphasis on climate change,” December 31![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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August 21, 2018
Op-ed
Zero-carbon buildings should be the goal
Re: Building smart in Squamish (Aug. 6, 2018)![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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August 7, 2018
Publication
Securing a clean growth future for B.C.’s buildings, industry, and transportation
Pembina Institute comments on the government’s intentions papers![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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May 1, 2018
Publication
Zero Emissions Building Catalyst Policy is step forward for Vancouver
Letter to Mayor Gregor Robertson and city council![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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April 18, 2018
Publication
Five types of green buildings explained
Infographic: What do net-zero and zero-carbon buildings mean for energy use and climate pollution?![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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April 12, 2018
Op-ed
Is B.C.’s Energy Step Code a blueprint for Canada?
Innovative building standard off to a promising start![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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March 5, 2018
Op-ed
Better homes and buildings are a step up for B.C.
Re: Sooke politicians won’t step up to energy code anytime soon (Online, Feb. 28)![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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February 28, 2018
Publication
B.C. needs a low-carbon buildings strategy
Infographic shows scale of retrofits required to meet climate targets![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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December 10, 2017
Op-ed
City of Vancouver–FortisBC climate deal is promising start
But the proof will be in the utility company’s 20-year plan![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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October 19, 2017
Publication
Aggregation of energy retrofits in affordable housing
Opportunities and challenges in adapting the Energiesprong model in B.C.![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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August 29, 2017
Publication
Energy Regulations for Existing Buildings
Discussion paper on a comprehensive retrofit strategy for Canada![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)
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June 15, 2017
Article
Accelerating market transformation: 6 strategies for passive buildings
North America’s Quiet Passive House Revolution — Part 3![various old Pembina Institute logos](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/alumni-bio.jpg?itok=CV_sBscF)