Simply Science: Spotlight on energy efficiency
Being more energy-efficient can help you do everything from lowering your bills to leaving a smaller carbon footprint.
You might be surprised at how all the small things you can do to become more efficient really add up. Here are some Simply Science expert tips and a primer on energy efficiency 101!
Running a more efficient home
Whether it’s updating your heating/cooling system or even swapping out your windows for new ones, there’s probably something you can do to make your home even more energy-efficient.
Join an NRCan home heating expert for a tour of a house that uses hybrid heating.
Listen as the Simply Science team chats with an efficiency engineer about how you can make your home even more efficient.
Read how you can lower your energy costs and help the environment with hybrid home heating.
Alternative energy sources
Looking into the many ways we generate power can be confusing. There are many different types of renewable and non-renewable energy. We’re here to help you start learning!
Get a to-the-point rundown on clean technology and new energy sources. Find out what they are and how they’re used.
Canadian scientists have been researching nuclear energy since 1950. Hear what one expert has to say about small modular reactors as the future of nuclear energy.
Solar energy is powering our lives more than ever. Read about a researcher’s work with solar panels and how Canadians can use them.
Get some serious energy efficiency inspiration from Energy Star® Canada’s Pinterest
ENERGY STAR® Canada’s Pinterest boards are full of energy efficiency tips for the home, quick explainers, and inspiration for your next energy-conscious project.
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