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Summer DIY renovation in the works? Make energy efficiency part of your plans
Planning a reno-cation this summer? Remember to make your renovations energy efficient too.
June 6, 2018
Early results are in: Home of Tomorrow is the efficiency winner
A real-time study provides builders with facts to support higher efficiency.
May 3, 2018
Empower Me empowers new immigrants preparing for their first Canadian winter
See how this innovative program builds community connections and provides important energy tips to new immigrants.
February 6, 2018
Early snowfall provided this savvy homeowner with a heat-loss surprise
An early snowfall in Kamloops provided ideal conditions to put a house to a heat loss test and what we found surprised even us.
December 12, 2017
How to get a free Energy Saving Kit if you need one
Energy Saving Kits help food bank clients and families in B.C. to stretch household budgets. Could you or someone you know use a free kit?
September 11, 2017
Inspiring new home love
Two BC builders are inspiring extra affection for their new homes with these energy-efficiency strategies.
September 7, 2017
The next big thing on rooftops
Those ubiquitous large metal boxes that sit on top of shopping malls, rec centres, offices and even apartment buildings are due for an energy-efficient overhaul, and Jim from FortisBC has some ideas on how to do it.
April 10, 2017
8 smart questions to ask before you rent or buy
Renting or buying your first home is an exciting time. Here’s how you can prevent higher than expected utility bills from ruining what should be a great experience.
April 7, 2017
Summer DIY renovation in the works? Make energy efficiency part of your plans
Planning a reno-cation this summer? Remember to make your renovations energy efficient too.
June 6, 2018
Early results are in: Home of Tomorrow is the efficiency winner
A real-time study provides builders with facts to support higher efficiency.
May 3, 2018
Empower Me empowers new immigrants preparing for their first Canadian winter
See how this innovative program builds community connections and provides important energy tips to new immigrants.
February 6, 2018
Early snowfall provided this savvy homeowner with a heat-loss surprise
An early snowfall in Kamloops provided ideal conditions to put a house to a heat loss test and what we found surprised even us.
December 12, 2017
How to get a free Energy Saving Kit if you need one
Energy Saving Kits help food bank clients and families in B.C. to stretch household budgets. Could you or someone you know use a free kit?
September 11, 2017
Inspiring new home love
Two BC builders are inspiring extra affection for their new homes with these energy-efficiency strategies.
September 7, 2017
The next big thing on rooftops
Those ubiquitous large metal boxes that sit on top of shopping malls, rec centres, offices and even apartment buildings are due for an energy-efficient overhaul, and Jim from FortisBC has some ideas on how to do it.
April 10, 2017
8 smart questions to ask before you rent or buy
Renting or buying your first home is an exciting time. Here’s how you can prevent higher than expected utility bills from ruining what should be a great experience.
April 7, 2017