In 2019, stationary combustion sources accounted for about 18% of Manitoba’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (1). Most of these emissions…+
Tag Archives: heating
In your home
In this section, you’ll find ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in your activities in these areas of your home:…+
Sweden
Sweden’s economy grew by 44% from 1990 to 2005. As of 2005, Sweden has achieved a 7.2% reduction in GHG…+
Germany
Germany’s economy grew by 62.6% from 1990 to 2005. As of 2005, Germany has achieved an 18.3% reduction in GHG…+
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…+
Green building standards
On this page, we will briefly introduce the following “green building” construction standards and programs available and show you where to…+
Heating
Depending on your space heating system, heating your home eats up 40-60% of the total energy consumed by your home….+
Thermal mass
Thermal mass refers to a material’s ability to absorb, store, and later release radiant heat. Brick, slate, concrete, porcelain, stone…+
