Transforming the built environment = investing in prosperous, healthy and equitable communities Joint blog by Vivian Chung, policy research and engagement coordinator at TAF and guest blogger Dylan Heerema, analyst…
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Secret weapon against climate change: Cities
…to Council, served on its inaugural board, and was its staff director for nine years. Over the past 30 years, I’ve led various Canadian and international efforts to reduce greenhouse…
Financing the 21st century: How to follow the money in a low-carbon economy
…targets. Though the goals of the Paris Agreement have now been ratified by 132 countries, we are facing an “ambition gap.” The current actions of the international community aren’t enough…
From Germany to Canada: There’s no way around the transport transformation
…a joint research report on transport-related climate policies among the G20 countries. Launched on the sidelines of the COP23 climate conference in Bonn, the analysis also included the Canadian government’s…
Best bang for our climate bucks: Looking beyond cost per tonne
…billions of dollars in climate action to slash emissions, reduce air pollution, and achieve our provincial, national and international climate targets. As resources are limited, the pressing question is where…
No buildings left behind: A near-zero emissions future for Canada’s existing buildings
…an important goal, it is not enough. According to the International Energy Agency, energy efficiency (including emissions reductions from buildings) accounts for 47 per cent of the total global energy…
The how-to-guide for regional expansion: Opportunities for climate action in the GTHA
…Strengthen Capacity in the Region Our research found a capacity gap in the region, especially when it comes to funding, expertise, human resources. Yet our international research showed that these…
Lack of low-carbon commitments: Assessing the climate impact of Ontario’s Long-Term Energy Plan
…consumption by either changing their habits or investing in energy saving retrofits. Several proposed initiatives, including the rollout of the international Green Button initiative — will empower energy consumers and…
The U.S. is leaving the Paris Agreement, Canada’s not. Why follow on weakening car emissions standards?
…as it would limit our ability to sell cars to these jurisdictions, a recent study by the International Council for Clean Transportation concluded. Together these states account for 41 per…
Generation Energy report shows path to Canada’s low-carbon future
…international climate commitments. Here in Canada it’s crucial that we design this transition in a way that ensures the best possible outcomes for the climate, our workforce, competitiveness, and communities….
Toronto’s 44 per cent reduction – why the sudden drop?
…2007 using 2004 data. Since then a standardized international protocol has been established concerning the methodologies used for this task, and Toronto has adopted this standard retroactively – embracing one…
Heat Pumps
…can deliver dramatic emissions savings. Institutions such as the International Energy Agency recognize the importance of heat pumps in lowering building emissions. Key Figures 24% of Ontario’s multi-unit residential dwellings…