Global leaders endorse Montreal Action Plan on energy efficiency

Natural Resources Canada announced the conclusion of the 11th Annual Global Conference on Energy Efficiency in Montreal and the endorsement of the Montreal Action Plan by participating countries.

• Main announcement: The conference concluded with all participating countries endorsing the Montreal Action Plan, committing to double global energy efficiency progress by 2030, support affordability for households and businesses, improve heating and cooling in buildings, and explore energy efficiency improvements in all sectors, including data centers. Canada also accepted an invitation for Minister Tim Hodgson to join the IEA Ministerial Advisory Panel on Electricity Affordability.
• Background and details: The release notes that energy efficiency standards have saved Canadian households more than $110 billion since the 1990s; roundtable discussions covered industrial competitiveness, private-sector leadership and financing, energy security and affordability; and the conference recognized the six global winners of the Youth Energy Efficiency Leadership Award.