FortisBC Energy Inc. is throwing $50 million towards a new pilot program that aims to kill two birds with one stone.
There are 20 single-family homes and four apartment buildings that are participating in the retrofit. "Determining the most effective path to greatly lower energy use in older homes is a critical way we can help lower emissions while helping customers save money on energy costs." B.C. has set a target for the “building and communities sector” to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 59-64 per cent of 2007 levels by 2030. Buildings account for roughly 10 per cent of the province’s GHG emissions, according to FortisBC.
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