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Passive solar

There’s no shortage of sunlight in Manitoba. It has the potential to give us abundant, clean energy while cutting dependence…+

Geothermal

Geothermal or earth energy systems and ground-source heat pumps have been generating plenty of buzz in Manitoba in recent years for their…+

Financial incentives

On this page, we will briefly introduce the following financial incentives that are available to help you improve your energy efficiency:…+

Green building standards

 On this page, we will briefly introduce the following “green building” construction standards and programs available and show you where to…+

Biomass

Biomass energy or bioenergy refers to all forms of renewable energy derived from plant materials. Currently about 6% of Canada’s…+

Alternative heat energy

In this section, we’ll look at the possibilities for these alternative forms of heating energy, ones that come with fewer…+

Heating

Depending on your space heating system, heating your home eats up 40-60% of the total energy consumed by your home….+

Landscaping

Good landscaping will increase the value of your home, enhance your enjoyment, and boost energy efficiency. Correctly positioned trees and…+

Ventilation

Good air ventilation is not so much a tool for reducing greenhouse gas emissions itself as it is an important…+

Straw bale construction

This construction method uses bales of straw for walls or wall insulation, which are usually covered in stucco. In an…+

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