As affordability pressures continue to affect households across Canada, energy efficiency is increasingly being recognized as a nation-building opportunity. Improving the efficiency of homes and buildings can help reduce energy bills, lower the risk of energy poverty, and improve quality of life. With millions of Canadians struggling to afford the energy they need, some advocates are calling for a federal goal to end energy poverty. This panel will explore how energy efficiency can advance affordability, economic resilience, and social equity. What would it take to make ending energy poverty a national priority?