Greener Homes Grant expiring March 2024

Greener Homes Grant program is expiring in March

Federal Government to Stop Accepting Greener Homes Grant Applications end of  March 2024 Canadians still interested in benefiting from the Greener Homes grant program only have until March to take advantage. The federal government recently announced plans to end this … More info

Solar panels on the International Space Station

Orbiting the Earth at an altitude of approximately 402 kilometers is a scientific and technological marvel symbolizing global cooperation and exploration – the International Space Station. The ISS is an incredible engineering feat and testament to human ingenuity for multiple reasons, … More info

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Reliability of public EV chargers in Ontario

New technologies often come with unforeseen challenges that can be frustrating or require additional effort to address. For example, range anxiety is one drawback early adopters of electric cars have reported.  In many cases, the demand for EVs has outpaced … More info

EV Charger Ontario

Ontario needs more public EV chargers

As Canada and the world embrace sustainable transportation solutions, electric vehicles have emerged as a promising alternative to traditional gasoline-powered cars. With their lower emissions and reduced dependence on fossil fuels, EVs are playing a significant role in combating climate … More info

Pause on Renewable Energy Development in Alberta

In the past few years, Alberta has experienced a noteworthy surge in renewable energy development. As a result, renewables now account for nearly 20% of the province’s electricity generation, making Alberta a leader in renewable energy adoption. However, this promising … More info

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Energy-Saving During High-Demand Periods

In Ontario, a unique program called Peak Perks incentivizes participants for their energy-saving efforts during times of high electricity demand. Read on to learn more about how this initiative rewards homeowners for using less power and the role of smart … More info

Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program

The Canadian government has recently launched the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program, aimed at assisting homeowners in transitioning from oil-based heating systems to electric cold climate air source heat pumps.  How Does the Program Work? Eligible homeowners in Alberta, … More info

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The Canada Greener Affordable Housing Initiative

Deep energy retrofits involve making extensive upgrades to existing buildings to improve their energy efficiency. The Canada Greener Affordable Housing program provides forgivable and low-interest loans to help finance building retrofit measures and activities needed to meet climate goals.  Examples … More info

Durham Greener Homes Program

Durham Region Intensifies Low-Carbon Efforts With Greener Homes Program   Canadians are all too familiar with climate change’s devastating impacts, including wildfires, higher temperatures and rising sea levels. These issues are severely affecting our economy, food supply and water and air … More info

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IESO Announces Historic Energy Storage Procurement

Ontario’s energy infrastructure is undergoing a significant expansion in response to consumer needs, decarbonization efforts and economic growth. In response, the province’s Independent Electricity System Operator recently announced Canada’s largest energy storage procurement initiative. Increased Energy Demand and the Decarbonization … More info