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Rebates: Province Matches Federal 25% Increase

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009

Rebates: Province Matches Federal 25% Increase

Ontario homeowners can now unlock substantially increased rebates for energy efficiency upgrades from roof to basement. Ontario is more than doubling its investment in its popular Home Energy Savings Program. Rebates for changes like fixing insulation in ceilings, foundations, basements, and crawl spaces as well as upgrading leaky windows and doors are increasing by 25 percent or more. Making simple efficiency upgrades at home can make a noticeable difference on energy bills.

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More evidence geothermal heating is the best way to heat your Muskoka home and provide the maximum energy savings

Monday, June 8th, 2009

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced that it will offer nearly $50 million in funds from the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act to accelerate the deployment of geothermal heat pumps (GHPs). Also referred to as ground-source heat pumps, GHPs generally achieve higher efficiencies than air-source heat pumps, because the ground maintains a relatively stable temperature throughout the year, even during heat waves and extreme cold snaps. They can provide space heating and cooling and water heating for residential and commercial buildings. According to the DOE, GHPs can substantially reduce the electricity demand for buildings, providing building owners and residents with lower utility bills and reduced maintenance costs.

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