One of the first steps to becoming more energy efficient at home and do your part for the environment is through testing how energy efficient your home actually is. One such way is to have a home energy audit or assessment done on your household. What is a Home Energy Audit? The Government of Canada’s […]
Your 2-Minute Primer on Home Energy Meters
Ever wonder what an energy meter actually does and how it can help you? An Electronic Energy Meter is a device that can help you save energy, save money and save the environment. How a Home Energy Meter Can Save You Money and Help the Environment Energy Meters allow you to plug in individual appliances […]
10 Easy Ways to Save Money With Your Washer and Dryer
Did you know that with a more efficient washing machine you could save 7,000 gallons of water over the course of one year? Over eleven years, this would be enough water to fill up three backyard swimming pools, or provide a lifetime of drinking water for six people! Do your part to reduce energy and […]
Cut Your Winter Heating Bills by 77%: Six Simple Steps
Here’s a little-known fact: the time to reduce winter heating bills doesn’t start in winter! To reduce your heating bills, you need to prepare before winter starts. Follow the tips below and drastically reduce your heating bills this winter! Air Leaks and Heat Loss Seal all gaps to prevent air leaks and heat loss. Gaps, […]
Eco Gardening: Your 2-Minute Primer
In today’s world, we often hear the words “organic”, “eco friendly”, and “recycle” in just about every area of our lives. At the same time, the world is seeing the biggest economic meltdown in decades. With this concern about the economy, more and more people are returning to gardening as a supplement to the grocery […]
