The Ontario government is launching a new rebates program to incentivize energy-efficient upgrades in homes. This program, part of a wider 12-year, $11-billion plan, offers rebates of up to 30% for projects like replacing windows or doors, installing smart thermostats, and upgrading to energy-efficient appliances like refrigerators and freezers. The initiative aims to address the growing demand for electricity in the province, which is projected to increase by 75% by 2050.
is set to offer rebates for home renovations and even new appliances as it ramps up efforts to improve energy efficiency in Ontario homes.
The plan includes rebates of up to 30 per cent for home renovation projects like replacing windows or doors or installing smart thermostats. Later in the year, the program is set to expand to energy-efficient applicants like refrigerators or freezers. “Ontario’s new Home Renovation Savings Program will put more money back in your pockets, covering up to 30 per cent of the costs of new windows, doors, insulation, heat pumps, rooftop solar panels, and battery storage.”For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.
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