by Eric Ta | Aug 28, 2023 | Energy
Tim Matthews and his family of four bought their home in the Killarney neighbourhood of Vancouver, British Columbia, in March 2020, on the eve of the first pandemic lockdown. At the time of purchase, the duplex built in 1971 had a gas furnace and gas water heater....
by Eric Ta | Jun 28, 2023 | Energy
The term “net-zero” is everywhere we turn these days as it is a solution to climate change. The concept of net zero homes becomes even more relevant as Canadians face rising energy prices. Net zero (or near net zero) homes can significantly reduce living expenses for...
by Eric Ta | Apr 12, 2023 | Energy
Insulation is a key component of every Canadian home. It acts as a thermal barrier to keep heat inside our homes in the winter and outside in the summer. Even though the outside environment can vary dramatically, an energy efficient Canadian home can be comfortable...
by Eric Ta | Aug 29, 2022 | Energy
Air pollution is a concern for all of us. According to Health Canada, 15,300 premature deaths occur in our nation annually due to the impacts of air pollution (2021). Although you (hopefully) won’t be dealing with conditions like smog or acid-rain inside of your home,...
by GCC Team | Jul 20, 2022 | Energy
Energy retrofits play a critical role in helping tackle climate change. As a bonus, they help you save on your energy bills too. Retrofitting may improve or replace lighting, windows and doors, heating, cooling, and hot water systems, or add insulation and...
by Eric Ta | Mar 21, 2022 | Energy
The push for a fair and equitable transition to a greener economy is a movement away from the boom-and-bust cycles of an age ruled by unsustainable energy sources. Tearing into Earth to extract resources is not just damaging the land and all its inhabitants, but also...
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