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Energy-saving projects for detached homes
From replacing inefficient appliances to tackling renovations, there are plenty of projects home owners can take on to save energy and make their space more comfortable.
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Consider a chest-style freezer
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Chest-style freezers use up to 51% less energy than upright freezers. Cold air is heavier than warm air so, because chest freezers open from the top, they lose less cold air when open.
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Upgrade to a heat pump and save up to 35% on your energy bill
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Upgrade your central air conditioner or heat pump to a ductless heat pump. This can save about 25 - 35% of the heating and cooling load (3,000 - 4,100 kWh per year) and you can qualify for $2,000 in rebates.
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Switch to an ENERGY STAR® clothes washer
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ENERGY STAR® washers have been tested for energy-efficiency and reliability, and can save you $175 in energy costs over their lifetime.
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Choose an ENERGY STAR® fridge
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Ready to upgrade? In addition to all the bells and whistles of a new ENERGY STAR® fridge, you also save up to $120 on your energy bill over the lifetime of the refrigerator.
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Upgrade your insulation and save 10% on your energy bill
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Sealing drafty windows and doors and upgrading your insulation can save you up to 10% in heating and cooling costs. That can be more than $200 a year.
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ENERGY STAR® windows can cut your annual energy costs by up to...
You can cut your annual energy costs by up to 20% by making window upgrades!
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Lead the way with LED exterior lighting systems
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Replace older outdoor incandescent or mercury vapour lamps with LED luminaries that provide similar light output while helping you save energy.
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Is your water heater over 10 years old?
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If your electric water heater is more than 10 years old, our advice is to replace it. An ENERGY STAR® certified heat pump water heater can use 50% less energy than a standard, older model.
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Use an ENERGY STAR® dishwasher
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A dishwasher that has earned the ENERGY STAR® gets your dishes clean while using less water and energy, and only costs about $30 a year if run once daily.