Jessica McIlroy

Very upsetting incident in North Vancouver today. Not many details are known and there's no value in speculation, but important to know everyone associated with Minister Ma's office are safe.

#northvan #bcpoli

Canada’s government and banks are stuck on oil—and this is a problem Economic success will only succeed if we become an innovation nation, not a petrostate. We have great talent in Canada and many ambitious entrepreneurs with world-class ideas. That is where we should…

David Crane: Canada’s government and banks are stuck on oil—and this is a problem

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Canada’s retrofit momentum hinges on more than just heat pumps Heat pumps alone do not constitute a deep retrofit which should also include insulation, air sealing, ventilation, windows and doors.

Canada’s retrofit momentum hinges on more than just heat pumps - @nationalobserver.com by Betsy Agar (Director of Buildings Policy #EfficiencyCanada) @jessicamcilroy.bsky.social (Manager of Buildings Program @pembina.org) & Jay Nordenstrom ED NAIMA Canada:
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What if Alberta could save billions in healthcare and energy costs?

In New Zealand, a retrofit program returned $4 in health and energy savings for every dollar spent.

Looking at both healthcare and energy savings makes deep retrofits an even better investment.

Read the report ⬇️

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Absolutely horrific event in Vancouver today. My heart goes out to the Filipino community and everyone connected.

I’m excited to be speaking at the 5th Annual Retrofit Canada Conference. Join me and save 20% with my code SPKR20 or click here: retrofitcanadaconference.energyconferencenetwork.com/2025/registe... #RetrofitCanada25

📈 Over the past decade, insurable losses in Alberta have surged by 495%.

Our latest report highlights the urgent need for resilient retrofits to safeguard Albertans from escalating severe weather events.

Read the report and watch the highlights ⬇️

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Can you look at these 9 photos and not smile on International Day of Happiness? March 20 is International Happiness Day — a day that the United Nations had dedicated to the celebration of joy. We asked photographers around the world to share a picture that can bring bliss.

March 20 is International Happiness Day — a day that the United Nations had dedicated to the celebration of joy. We asked photographers around the world to share a picture that can bring bliss.

B.C. released its 2025 budget today, into a context of major economic uncertainty for Canada.

There were some highlights, but the budget missed a unique opportunity to drive job growth, energy security, and climate leadership through investments in the clean energy economy.

FCM's Sustainable Communities Conference (SCC) 2025 | Pembina Institute Don't miss our Buildings program manager, Jessica McIlroy, speak at FCM's #SCC2025 as part of the Municipal Den on Feb 12th. Hear her speak about her experience with the Help Cities Lead efforts on…

Don't miss our Buildings program manager, @jessicamcilroy.bsky.social, speak at @GreenMuniFund's now sold out #SCC2025 as part of the Municipal Den on Feb 12th!✨

Hear her speak about her experience with the Help Cities Lead efforts and more. Check out the event ⬇️

Metro Vancouver weather: Temperatures could feel as cold as -15 C soon The Metro Vancouver weather forecast also includes up to 30 cm of snowfall.

The Metro Vancouver weather forecast also includes up to 30 cm of snowfall.

Energy poverty affects 6% of low-income households in Alberta—but we can change that through bold investment in deep retrofits.

The payoff? $850M/year in GDP growth, 42,700 jobs by 2050, and healthier, more affordable homes for all.

Read the full report⬇️

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Critical investment needed to lift Alberta's most vulnerable households out of energy poverty | Pembina Institute CALGARY, AB – With rising cost-of-living pressures and concerns about energy affordability and energy security, our new report Affordable Home Energy for All: How Alberta can help its most vulnerable…

Alberta’s path to energy security starts with deep retrofits.

Investing $212M/year in retrofits could stimulate $850M/year in GDP growth, and create 42,700 jobs by 2050 -- tackling energy poverty and making homes safer and more affordable for all Albertans.

Learn more ⬇️

Global temperatures this year to rival 2024's record-breaking heat: climate officials The forecast comes days after the World Meteorological Organization confirmed 2024 as the warmest year on record.

The forecast comes days after the World Meteorological Organization confirmed 2024 as the warmest year on record.

Thank you for your dedicated and passionate public service Adriane. ❤️

Climate Caucus Members Survey Our staff team at Climate Caucus is working to hone how we can best support your work as elected leaders. Please complete this brief survey to help us in this work. We read every response, and what…

📣 Calling all Climate Caucus members - have your say on our 2025 priorities 📣
Our brief online survey is now open! Everyone who completes the survey before Feb 3rd will have a chance to win $200 to independent books and gifts. Find the survey in your email or linked here:

I'm very excited about this piece of work. The @cityofnorthvan.bsky.social has contracted Gehl & Associates to help Central Lonsdale (my hood!) become the City's next great street. The first round of public input is open now until Jan 31st at letstalk.cnv.org/lonsdalegrea....

#northvan #cities

Barcelona bets on green to boost city’s mental health Plans to expand low-traffic, green zones are targeted at reclaiming streets for residents — and lifting their spirits in the process.

READ: Barcelona has a plan to create a city-wide network of quieter streets that are easier and safer to travel on foot or by bike. Instead of bumper-to-bumper cars, streets will be lined with trees, play parks, bike-lanes, benches and green people-places. #Barcelona
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175 maps showing temperature change from 1850 to 2024

Mapping changes in temperature: 2024 edition

Hottest Year Ever Sees World Breach 1.5C Global Warming Target Scientists in the EU and UK find that last year was the hottest year on record, breaching the climate change limit sought by the Paris Agreement.

Earth’s warming topped a 1.5C threshold on an annual basis for the first time in 2024, the EU and UK say

Time Magazine cover: “Be Worried. Be VERY worried.”

If you’re not VERY worried about the #ClimateCrisis, you’re not paying attention, or you’ve been successfully convinced to ignore reality. But ignoring reality doesn’t protect us from it.

Being worried is necessary for smart action. How bad things will get is still up to us.

It's budget input time! City of North Van residents, we want to hear from you. Send input via the online survey or to City Hall by Jan 17, or join to speak at the council meeting on Jan 27.

letstalk.cnv.org/budget2025

#northvan

Wishing you joy and peace this holiday season

Manitoba’s energy plan puts B.C. to the test | Pembina Institute A critical step in shaping our economic and climate future is crafting a robust energy plan. While B.C.’s newly formed NDP government has promised action, British Columbians are still waiting for…

Manitoba is leading the way in clean energy planning.

Can B.C. rise to the occasion? Learn why an ambitious energy plan is critical for the province’s future.🌿

Beautiful evening at the Shipyards Christmas Market, in the most livable city in Canada 😉

Another great Light Up Ride! Thanks to everyone who attended and helped out!

Why North Vancouver is Canada’s most livable city for 2024 This B.C. community got a well-rounded ranking on education, amenities and sense of belonging, which came as little surprise to locals

Wonderful news that #NorthVan has been named the most livable city in Canada! Congrats to staff and leaders who have and continue to work hard to build and support this fabulous community.

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Elon Musk has long hated public transit, which he thinks carries a bunch of “serial killers.” He instead wants everyone to drive a car (preferably a Tesla).

Now he has actual government power & is trying to kill off California’s high speed rail project. It’s called killing off the competition. 🧵

I was pleased to attend the announcement on the BC Hydro call for power. 9 wind projects, 8 with majority First Nations equity partnership, will receive 30 year contracts for enough electricity to power 500,000 homes. See the full Pembina Institute react below ⬇️

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City of North Van council tmrw evening. The Eras tour will be over, but we'll discuss housing needs and urban forests!