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Infographics
- Streaming media (Infographic)
- The cool choice for room AC (Infographic)
- Smart thermostats (Infographic)
- Upgrade your water heater now and soak up the savings (Infographic)
- Lighting made easy (Infographic)
- Make a savings splash with a new pool pump (Infographic)
Programs
ENERGY STAR®
- ENERGY STAR in Canada Annual Reports
The ENERGY STAR in Canada annual reports highlight the yearly activities and achievements of this voluntary government-industry partnership. The reports chronicle the ongoing success story of leading Canadians to energy efficiency. - ENERGY STAR Canada Brand Book - May 2021 (PDF, 3.91 MB)
The ENERGY STAR Canada Brand Book gives instructions on how the ENERGY STAR marks and name should be used in Canada. The Brand Book also presents examples of common mark uses and misuses, as well as how to report improper use of the mark to the Government of Canada. - Requirements for the labelling and promotion of ENERGY STAR certified fenestration products sold in Canada
Manufacturers and dealers of windows, doors and skylights who participate in Canada’s ENERGY STAR Initiative must conform with the requirements for labelling and promotion.
EnerGuide
- EnerGuide labelling instructions and labelling scales for appliances and room air conditioners
Canada's Energy Efficiency Regulations require EnerGuide labels on appliances and room air conditioners. This guide provides detailed instructions on how to comply. Appliance manufacturers and manufacturers of room air must use these up-to-date labelling scales published by Natural Resources Canada to label their products. The scales are updated regularly.
Canada’s Energy Efficiency Regulations
- Guide to Canada’s Energy Efficiency Regulations
This is Natural Resources Canada’s official guide to Canada’s Energy Efficiency Regulations. It provides general information on the Energy Efficiency Act and how the Regulations set minimum energy performance standards for a range of energy-using products, as well as specific descriptions and requirements for each regulated product. This guide is useful for a variety of audiences, including manufacturers and dealers, avid consumers and researchers. - Importing regulated energy-using products
This handy one-page table lists products covered by Canada’s Energy Efficiency Regulations and the product data that must be provided as part of importing requirements.
Products
Lighting
- Home Lighting Design Guide
This pocket book is a handy resource for homeowners, builders and designers. It answers common lighting questions and incorporates proven design techniques with opportunities to improve energy efficiency throughout all areas of a typical home.
Heating equipment
- All About Gas Fireplaces
This booklet explains what you should look for in a safe, energy-efficient gas fireplace as well as the problems that can be encountered with certain technologies. The information applies to both natural gas and propane fireplaces.
Heating series
- Heating with Electricity
This booklet will help you in your decision-making process, whether you are installing an electrical heating system in a new home, replacing a system in an existing home, or simply considering upgrading your present system. - Heating with Gas (PDF, 1.3 MB)
This booklet describes gas as a heating option, the types of heat distribution systems, how to get the most out of your heating system, how to use the EnerGuide rating for natural gas and propane furnaces, what to consider when purchasing a furnace and how to calculate your projected heating costs. - Heating with Oil (PDF, 839 KB)
This booklet will help you in your decision-making process, whether you are installing a heating system in a new home, replacing a system in an existing home, or simply considering upgrading your present system.
Cooling and ventilating equipment
- Air conditioning your home
Learn all there is to know about air-conditioning for your home to help you make appropriate choices. This booklet describes A/C equipment, different installations to choose from and maintenance. - Heating and cooling with a heat pump
Heat pumps are efficient heating and cooling systems that can reduce your energy costs. This booklet describes common types of heat pumps and discusses factors to consider when choosing, installing, operating and maintaining your heat pump. - Heat Recovery Ventilators (PDF, 521 KB)
This booklet discusses the need for mechanical ventilation in homes. It also explains the components of an HRV system, how to operate and maintain the system, and how to solve operating problems.
Water heaters
- Water Heater Guide (PDF, 2.8 MB)
This guide can help you in two ways: to select the right type of water heater and to improve the performance and efficiency of your existing water heating system. These actions can save energy and money.
Windows, doors and skylights
- Improving Window Energy Efficiency (PDF, 576 KB)
This booklet, featuring detailed illustrations, explains how you can improve the energy efficiency and performance of the existing windows in your home with materials available at your local hardware or building supply store. - Requirements for the Labelling and Promotion of ENERGY STAR Certified Fenestration Products Sold in Canada
Manufacturers and dealers of windows, doors and skylights who participate in Canada’s ENERGY STAR Initiative must conform with the requirements for labelling and promotion.
Off-the-shelf commercial equipment technical guides
- Compressed Air: Energy Efficiency Reference Guide
This guide describes how to improve the energy efficiency of compressed air systems. It offers a mix of theory and practice and includes general case examples and a glossary. - Electric Motors: Energy Efficiency Reference Guide
This guide provides an overview of the major types of electric motors available today, including advanced motor technologies, and their preferred applications. - Variable Frequency Drives: Energy Efficiency Reference Guide
This guide offers an overview of electronic VFD technology to assist in the effective understanding, selection, application, and operation of this device.
The ENERGY STAR name and symbol are administered and promoted in Canada by Natural Resources Canada and are registered in Canada by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.