Archive for the ‘Tips for Green Living’ Category
Canadians willing to spend more on green homes
Posted by: Sam Reiss in Real estate industry news, Tips for Green Living on August 11th, 2010
Canadians see the value in an environmentally friendly home, according to the TD Canada Trust Green Home Poll. Seventy two percent of Canadians surveyed indicated they would be willing to pay more for a house or condo that includes environmentally friendly features.
New homes in Vaughan earn LEED Platinum status
Posted by: Sam Reiss in New Homes and Condos, Tips for Green Living on April 16th, 2010
A joint effort by the Building Industry and Land Development Associate (BILD) and Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA) has earned the designation of Platinum in the Leadership Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Canada for Homes program by the Canada Green Building Council. Platinum is the highest possible rating and there are only 20 LEED Platinum certified homes in the country, with 15 of those in the province of Ontario.
Homebuilders lining up to become licensed for energy efficiency
Posted by: editors note in First time home buyers, New Homes and Condos, Tips for Green Living on November 4th, 2009
(NC)—It’s easy being green, at least for builders of new homes in Canada. The trend towards building energy-efficient homes has never been hotter as more and more builders across Canada are calling Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) to become licensed builders under their energy-efficient new homes initiatives.
Top five ways to winterize your home and save energy
Posted by: editors note in Home improvement tips, Tips for Green Living on September 23rd, 2009
Canadian winters can be cold and unpredictable so there’s every reason to winterize your home before the cold season starts. With the long periods of time that you and your family will be spending indoors, it’s important that your home is both warm and comfortable throughout the season.
Water heaters eligible for federal incentives
Posted by: editors note in First time home buyers, Home appliances, Real estate industry news, Tips for Green Living on June 16th, 2009
(NC)-If you own your water heater or rent it from a utility, now may be an excellent time to consider replacing an older unit with a new, energy-efficient model. Not only will you save money on utility bills, you may also qualify for assistance from the Government of Canada.
Real Wood Floors: Environmental Impact is Minimal
Posted by: editors note in Home decor, Home improvement tips, Selling your home, Tips for Green Living on May 28th, 2009
If you are looking for products for your home that will reduce your impact on the environment, look no further than real wood floors.
Two Thirds (65%) of Ontario Homeowners Oppose McGuinty Government Proposed Mandatory Home Energy Audit Program
Posted by: editors note in First time home buyers, Real estate industry news, Resale homes, Tips for Green Living on May 28th, 2009
A poll released today by the Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) indicates that two-thirds (65%) of Ontario’s principal residence homeowners oppose the recently proposed McGuinty government mandatory home energy audit program and instead overwhelmingly favor voluntary audits (92%).
Moreover, the poll found that 70 per cent of Ontario homeowner’s think
that mandatory home energy audits will deter homeowners from selling their home, having a detrimental effect on the real estate sector and the Ontario economy.
First ever “Canadian Green Home Index” reveals room for improvement in homes across Canada
Posted by: editors note in New Homes and Condos, Real estate industry news, Tips for Green Living on April 14th, 2009
The road to environmental consciousness is paved with green intentions, but a first-of-its kind index gives Canadians a moderate rating when it comes to ‘greening’ their homes.
A checklist for the home renovator
Posted by: Susan B. in Home improvement tips, Tips for Green Living on April 14th, 2009
In your article you mention keeping receipts for the ecoEnergy Retrofit grants. This grant is given only if the homeowner gets an energy evaluation before they do their renovations. Receipts won’t help if they do the work without getting this evaluation done first. There’s a good explanation of these grants and the Home Renovation Tax Credit in the fact sheet at http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/residential/personal/grants.cfm?attr=4 One important point too is that the grants increased by 25% on March 30th!
A checklist for the home renovator
Posted by: editors note in Builder critiques, First time home buyers, Home decor, Tips for Green Living on April 7th, 2009
(NC)-Incentives for homeowners looking to renovate their homes are everywhere. It appears that many are on board to helping the environment through energy-saving renovations. Government and retailers are providing their support by means of tax credits, grants and discounts. One energy-saving renovation that offers great incentive to homeowners is an attic insulation upgrade. If you’re looking to get started on your first re-insulation project, but just don’t know where to start, here’s a handy checklist for you. Read the rest of this entry »
