In this section, you will learn about example countries and international agreements that are focused on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG)…+
Tag Archives: greenhouse gas emissions
Solar power
There’s no shortage of sunlight in Manitoba in the summertime. It has the potential to give us abundant, clean energy…+
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…+
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…+
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…+
Windows
Statistically, windows are to blame for roughly 13% of air leakage in a house. (1) Any uncontrolled air movement in…+
Thermal mass
Thermal mass refers to a material’s ability to absorb, store, and later release radiant heat. Brick, slate, concrete, porcelain, stone…+
