Resources Listing

This report explains how governments and organizations can analyze rental housing markets, engage communities, and design policies and programs that reduce energy use while maintaining affordability. It also highlights common challenges, such as high energy costs for renters and limited control over building upgrades, and recommends solutions like protecting tenants, improving existing buildings, and expanding efficiency programs to create more affordable, sustainable housing.

The “Make The Switch” literature review examines research on the costs and performance of home heating systems, particularly comparing natural gas systems with electric heat pumps. It finds that there are limited and often outdated studies directly comparing operating costs, so the review also looks at tools, case studies, and communication materials to fill the gaps.

The City of Vancouver enlisted Sentis to gather feedback from residents on various components of its Climate Emergency Action Plan. As part of this multi-phase research program, Sentis worked with the City to gauge initial reactions on the Green Home Retrofit Program.

The BC Non-Profit Housing Association’s Retrofit Coaching service helps housing providers plan and complete energy‑efficient building upgrades. It offers step‑by‑step guidance through the entire retrofit process, including working with contractors, selecting equipment, and accessing funding and rebates.

This page highlights key actions such as switching to zero‑emission heating systems, scaling up deep retrofits, improving financing options, and reducing barriers to technologies like heat pumps.