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How Do Homes Lose Heat?

A well-insulated building envelope serves to slow down the heat loss, resulting in reduced energy consumption.

Gillian Ward
August 17, 2022

Homeowner Tips, We Explore Energy (WEE)

What is Insulation ‘R-value’?

Understanding insulation R-Value can keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. It can also prevent mold growth and also keep unwanted noise out.

Gillian Ward
July 5, 2022

Homeowner Tips, We Explore Energy (WEE)

What is a Home Energy Audit?

A energy efficiency contractor installs insulation in a home for better energy efficiency

The world wastes more energy each year than it uses - a home energy audit can help you find ways to save energy and money!

James Henry
April 25, 2022

Homeowner Tips, We Explore Energy (WEE)

What is a Home Energy Report?

Home Energy Reports (HERs) are an important energy efficiency technique that can help homeowners save energy

Home Energy Reports (HERs) are an important energy efficiency tool. But what exactly are they, and why are they important?

James Henry
April 13, 2022

Homeowner Tips, We Explore Energy (WEE)

Rising energy prices and the drive for low carbon fuels are likely to make fuel switching increasingly desirable to homeowners - it can also result in lower operational and maintenance costs. Carbon emissions from buildings can be reduced through fuel switching in residential or commercial buildings.

Gillian Ward
March 31, 2022

Homeowner Tips, We Explore Energy (WEE)

What is the Heat Island Effect?

Green space or plant-life is limited in urban areas, while structures and buildings are highly concentrated. This causes inner city areas to become â€œislandsâ€ of higher temperatures relative to rural areas.

Gillian Ward
March 1, 2022

Heat Loss, Homeowner Tips

How Public Home HEAT Maps Inspired Energy Action in Alberta

We mapped heat loss for over 640,000 single family homes in Alberta. The feedback was exceptional!

Mona Ahmed
December 20, 2021

Homeowner Tips

5 Common Ways We Waste Energy in Our Homes

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