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We are happy to provide you with an embargoed copy of our upcoming report: "Energy Efficiency: The 'Made-in-Canada' Resource". A shifting geopolitical landscape, particularly the uncertainty sparked by the Trump administration’s disruptive reemergence in U.S....

The ENERGY STAR program is under threat in the U.S., sparking concern north of the border. A recent CBC feature outlined how proposed cuts could ripple into Canada, jeopardizing appliance affordability and emissions goals. At the same time, Canadian provinces are...

WestLab sold to Veridis Solutions  Fenestration test labs Veridis Solutions and WestLab are now sister companies. Described as "a strategic alliance to enhance service delivery and innovation," Veridis Solutions and WestLab are now operating under a unified ownership...

At the beginning of April, Natural Resources Canada finalized Amendment 18 to Canada’s Energy Efficiency Regulations. Despite extensive consultation and clear signals from industry, advocates, and the U.S., the final amendment locks in underwhelming efficiency...

Reflecting on our role in an evolving energy landscapeAs we step into spring, April has spotlighted both the challenges and opportunities facing energy efficiency in Canada. Whether it’s new research, public campaigns, or policy debates, Efficiency Canada has been...

Energy Efficiency Ratings: Search  Doors, sidelites and transoms (ENERGY STAR) (Select a New Product)   To be eligible for a grant for this product, the energy advisor must have recommended this retrofit (product) in the homeowner’s Renovation Upgrade...

Dear Valued Customer, At Buchner Manufacturing, we’re grateful for the trust and loyalty you’ve placed in us. We want to share an important update regarding upcoming changes to our pricing. Effective April 22nd, 2025, we will be implementing a 12% price increase on...

Latest news We are pleased to announce that the Canada Greener Homes Loan (CGHL) program will be extended with an additional $600 million in funding. This extension responds to strong demand and will continue to support Canadian homeowners in making energy-efficient...

What is the role of energy efficiency in a trade war?As global trade tensions escalate, Canada's economic priorities are shifting toward greater security and self-reliance. In this landscape, energy efficiency emerges as a powerful and immediate solution. By reducing...

Float glass is on the list of retaliatory tariffs Canada is planning is Trump goes forward with his tariffs on April 2. There's a public review open on the Ministry of Finance website...see the link in the Fenestration Canada story below.- Patrick Flannery,...