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If the entire supply of new central air conditioners was replaced with heat pumps starting in 2025, it would mean cumulative energy bill savings of $10.4 billion across Canada by 2035.
Why Canada is opting to hold off and align home appliance energy standards with the U.S.
The government is encouraging Canadians to switch to EVs and heat pumps to fight climate change. But many CBC News readers have asked: won’t electrifying everything break the grid and drive up energy costs? Here’s what electricity operators and those researching the transition say.
Sarah Riddell is the policy research associate, clean heat, at Efficiency Canada. Prior to joining Efficiency Canada, she worked in commercial energy management, working to decarbonize federal buildings in British Columbia and the Yukon. Sarah has a BSc in agricultural and environmental economics from McGill University, with a particular interest in the economics of climate
Tips and resources for how to be energy-efficient and cost-effective when using your air conditioner during hot summer months.