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Energy Saving Secrets
EnergySavingSecrets was formed to offer a unique reference point on saving money and the environment. Features and articles are written by professional journalists and experts who have a particular interest, or a background in this area.
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Every Kilowatt Counts
An online resource with information about programs, services and actions you can take to achieve greater efficiency in your home and business. Youll also learn about the benefits of energy efficiency.
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Conservation Bureau
A division of the Ontario Power Authority. Look here for commercial, industrial and residential programs and funding.
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Energuide for Houses
Hire the services of an EnerGuide for Houses energy advisor to find out where your home is using energy and where it is being wasted. You could even qualify for a federal grant.
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Eneract
ENERACT is the Energy Action Council of Toronto, a not-for-profit organization that delivers innovative solutions to environmental problems and builds capacity in communities to work towards a sustainable future.
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Smart Living
Energy-saving tips and information for homeowners and tenants. Plus more goodies.
Energy Saving Tips
Energy Savings Tips
Tips to Help You Conserve Energy and Save Money
The Ontario government is committed to protecting the interests of Ontarians by making positive changes to the province's electricity sector. These changes are aimed at creating a conservation culture and a cleaner Ontario, while ensuring a reliable, sustainable and diverse supply of competitively priced power for the province.
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Save Energy - Save Money - Save the Environment
You'll be amazed how easy it is to save energy around your home — often without spending a cent.
Just follow the proven tips outlined here, and you'll start saving money right away. That's money you can spend on something else, and you'll also be doing something good for the environment.
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| How energy is used in Ontario homes* | For an annual energy bill of $2,000** | |
|---|---|---|
| Space heating | 57-62% | $1,425 - $1,550 |
| Water heating | 20-21% | $500 - $525 |
| Appliances | 12-13% | $300 - $325 |
| Lighting | 4-5% | $100 - $125 |
| Cooling | 0-7% | $0 - $250 |
* Many factors can affect your annual energy bill, such as size and location of your home, yearly variations in weather, efficiency of your furnace and other appliances, thermostat settings, number of occupants and the local cost of energy.
** Source: Data for Ontario, 2004-Office of Energy Efficiency, Natural Resources
Canada and Statistics Canada.
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