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    Heat pumps can and should be the new AC

    Aug. 23, 2023 – National Observer – If the entire supply of new central air conditioners was replaced with heat…+

    Deep Retrofits / Geothermal Heating

    On this page, we’ll discuss Deep Retrofits and Geothermal Heating Systems, one of the 5 action areas identified in the…+

    Manitoba stationary combustion

    In 2021, stationary combustion sources accounted for about 19% of Manitoba’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (1). Most of these emissions…+

    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….+

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