Improving Energy Performance in Canada – Report to Parliament Under the Energy Efficiency Act For the Fiscal Year 2007-2008

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Minister's Foreword

I am pleased to introduce the 2007/08 Report to Parliament on Natural Resources Canada’s energy efficiency and alternative energy programs.

Energy efficiency is the easiest, most affordable and most effective way for families and businesses to control their energy costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. During fiscal year 2007/08, our Government strengthened energy efficiency regulations under the Energy Efficiency Act (EEA) by giving Canadians new opportunities to control their energy costs and contribute to a healthier environment. We introduced energy performance standards for seven additional products, including light bulbs, and set higher standards for four other products already covered by EEA regulations. As these new regulations come into effect, Canadians can be confident that the products they buy and use every day are among the most energy-efficient in the world.

These new energy-efficiency regulations complement the suite of ecoENERGY programs launched by our Government in 2007. This investment of $3.6 billion is already helping Canadians use energy more efficiently, boost renewable energy supplies and develop cleaner energy technologies.

For example, ecoENERGY Efficiency is helping Canadians make their homes, buildings, industries and vehicles more energy-efficient. ecoENERGY for Renewable Power is encouraging the production of clean electricity for our homes and businesses from renewable sources including wind, biomass, low-impact hydro, geothermal, solar photovoltaic and ocean energy. We are pleased that our Government’s ecoENERGY Technology initiative is supporting the development of new, cleaner-energy technologies.

These measures, and others like them, are at the heart of our Government’s practical, balanced approach to addressing climate change and reducing air pollution. Our ecoENERGY initiatives have been extremely successful and are continuing to support the efforts of Canadians to reduce emissions. By helping homeowners, businesses and industry make wise energy choices, these initiatives continue to provide both immediate and long-term environmental and economic benefits.

Canadians have made it clear that the health of our environment is a top priority. As the details of this Report to Parliament demonstrate, our Government is responding with real action to address their concerns.

The Honourable Lisa Raitt, P.C., M.P.
Minister of Natural Resources

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