Couple builds home in Wasaga Beach that uses up to 90% less heating and cooling energy
Koko and Robert Saar began researching passive homes in 2016, before beginning to build one of their own in Wasaga Beach, Ont. Continue reading
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Mayors mobilizing on climate change as provinces mull ending programs
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Concerned that the Kenney government will end programs run by Energy Efficiency Alberta, the city of Edmonton is considering other options to offer you energy incentives for you to go green. Continue reading
Edmonton to borrow $20M to upgrade street lights to LED
By Scott Johnston Reporter
The city is about to launch a major energy-saving retrofit. It costs $20 million, but the plan is to have what’s saved in energy efficiency pay back the loan. Continue reading
Natural gas producers back $3M Canadian clean tech program
An industry-sponsored fund designed to help develop clean technology using Canadian natural gas is launching a $3-million call for project proposals. Continue reading
CFB Greenwood in Nova Scotia getting energy efficiency upgrades
The Defence Department says 102 buildings at Canadian Forces Base Greenwood will be improved with energy efficiency measures, including new LED lighting and efficient ventilation systems. Continue reading
Volunteers help to update Ottawa Community Housing building in Alta Vista
Donations from Heat & Frost Insulators Local 95 and ICON insulation funded the $35,600 project. Continue reading
More visible panels could be key to solar energy sell: Alberta researcher
For some time now, Canadians have been encouraged to retrofit their homes in order to reduce their carbon footprint. In Alberta, homeowners have been incentivized to install solar panels on their homes through solar rebates. Continue reading
Calgary company concerned by changes to rebates for energy efficiency products
By Aurelio Perri Radio reporter
A Calgary company working with businesses to retrofit their traditional lighting with high-efficiency LED sources is upset with the elimination or reduction of a number of rebates from Energy Efficiency Alberta. Continue reading
Environment committee recommends Hydro Ottawa surplus fund energy-efficiency projects
The $633,000 would fund several projects, such as a pilot to install Canada’s first fast-charging station for electric vehicles. Continue reading
City of Lethbridge launches new energy efficiency pilot project
By Malika Karim Video Journalist
“As we lower our demand in the City of Lethbridge, there’s savings for everybody.” Continue reading