Energy efficiency

Energy efficiency has enormous potential to reduce energy consumption and fight global warming. Energy efficiency can take many forms from energy efficient appliances to well insulated houses. Some examples of energy efficiency include:

- Energy efficient appliances. In Canada, the 'Energy Star' symbol is a good indication that an appliance is energy efficient.

- Energy efficient building. There's a lot you can do to increase your energy efficiency and cut down on your heating bills at the same time. Simple steps like putting additional insulation in your roof and using super-insulated glazing for windows can make a real difference. The federal government has more information about how you can make your home more energy efficient.

Greenpeace is demanding national efficiency standards in Canada for industry, new appliances and new building projects.  Retrofitting is also an important component of any national or provincial energy efficiency plan. Retrofitting means renovating existing buildings to make them more energy efficient.

Get information from the federal government about current retrofitting programs and incentives.


Find out more about what you can do to save energy around your home.

Check out Greenpeace Canada's Guide to Living Green.