Host Nichola Taylor and Abhilash Kantamneni, the Director of Action Research at Efficiency Canada, discuss Canada’s energy efficiency economy. The discussion highlights the advantages of energy efficiency programs while also addressing the potential repercussions for tenants if landlords transfer the associated costs to them. Additionally, the dialogue emphasizes the significant role that ACORN currently plays and will continue to play in this sector.
Wade’s World: Dharavi Redevelopment. Vinod Shetty
The interview on the impact of redevelopment in Dharavi megaslum in Mumbai
Maritimes and Beyond: The Future of Rent Control in New Brunswick after the Historic Rent Cap Victory
New Brunswick ACORN achieved a significant milestone in the autumn of 2024 when the newly elected provincial Liberal Government declared a 3% rent cap, set to take effect on February 1, 2025. Host Nichola Taylor discusses with Peter Jogeneelen, co-chair of NB ACORN, about the prospects of rent control in New Brunswick, particularly in light of the new “Do Rent Control Right” initiative. NB ACORN advocates for a comprehensive rent control framework that safeguards the rights of all tenants.
Wade’s World: Dharmendra Kumar
Organizing gig workers and hawkers in India. Be worth running a blurb in Kenya and Uganda asking if any hawkers or git workers want to know more to contact me at chieforganizer@acorninternational.org
Maritimes and Beyond; The Impact of Energy Poverty on the Lives of New Brunswickers
Energy poverty affects 80% of low-income households who spend more than 6% on electricity in New Brunswick. What can groups like ACORN do to push for better policy when it comes to energy poverty? Host Nichola Taylor and the Executive Director of The Human Development Council, Randy Hatfield discuss the impact of poverty on the lives of New Brunswickers.