This week:How countries can ensure they'll actually meet their net-zero emissions pledgesThe environmental cost of flyingNew passive house residence at U of T will use heat from students' laptops, fridgesHow countries can ensure they'll actually meet their net-zero emissions pledges(Patrik Stollarz/Getty Images)The federal government has unveiled its long-awaited legislation to set targets for cutting greenhouse gas emissions, with measures to keep itself accountable. In contrast, the U.K. law sets terms for the Committee on Climate Change, and the committee must publish their advice. The passive house design model is well-known in Europe and is gaining traction in North America for single homes and larger buildings. U of T's new passive house residence in Scarborough, which is scheduled to open in the fall of 2023 , will accommodate 750 students. "Passive house is really set up to deal with the situation that we're in," Arena said.

Source: CBC News November 19, 2020 19:38 UTC