Should Large Buildings Be Required to Report Their Energy Use and Emissions?
Quebec wants to require owners of large buildings to report their energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions annually. Starting in 2027, buildings over 5,000 m² or with 50+ units would need to declare their energy use. By 2028, smaller buildings (2,000 m² or 25+ units) would be added. About 48,200 buildings would eventually be covered.
Why This Matters
Live in a large apartment building? Your landlord might soon have to track energy use. That data could eventually lead to building performance ratings—like energy labels on appliances. For tenants, this could mean pressure on landlords to improve efficiency. For building owners, it's new paperwork but also a chance to spot savings.
What Could Change
Building owners would need to submit annual energy reports by June 30 each year. The government would create a secure digital platform with automatic data import from energy distributors. This regulation is the foundation for a future system of performance ratings and minimum standards for buildings.
Key Issues
- Should buildings 5,000 m² or larger be required to report energy use starting in 2027?
- Should the reporting threshold expand to include buildings 2,000 m² or larger in 2028?
- What information should building owners be required to report annually?
- How can the government best support building owners in meeting these requirements?
How to Participate
- Create an account on the Quebec consultation platform to participate.
- Visit the consultation page to share your feedback on the proposed regulation.