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Greener Home Halton Hills - Heat pumps - Solar panels - District energy grids - Tricky climate conversations
Go green - save money!
How can I make my home more comfortable, energy-efficient, and climate-friendly while saving money on energy bills? Halton Hills is offering a free Virtual Home Energy Assessment and coaching to upgrade your home. Info here.
Should I get a heat pump?
Yes! Heat pumps may have a higher upfront cost than traditional heating systems, but they offer huge savings in the long run.
Should I install solar panels?
Yes! Prices have steadily dropped in recent years. Halton Hills Hydro will pay you for all the electricity you generate! The cost of the panels will soon be recovered, then it’s pure profit to you year after year.
There is lots more information on our Solar page.
What’s so great about a district energy grid?
With Halton Hills on the cusp of growing by close to 20,000 residents in the Vision Georgetown development, district energy systems may hold the key to avoid locking these homes into high GHG emissions and high energy costs for decades to come. A central neighbourhood plant could heat and cool all buildings, reduce energy costs for everyone, and cut or eliminate greenhouse gas emissions.
One of our leaders Eleanor Young has an excellent “Climate Corner” column about district energy in Halton Hills Today. What are district energy systems, and could they help Halton Hills cut emissions?
Check these other links.
Natural Resources Canada “Community Energy Systems.”
Centre for District Energy Transformation, info from a recent workshop in Brampton
How do I talk about climate with someone who disagrees?
Beware the elephant in the room. Discussions about climate (or any big issue) can become intense even with family and friends, leading to hurt and frustration. Here’s a dandy guide from Carbon Conversations Toronto. Facts won’t change minds. Focus on feelings, listen, speak from the heart.
Contact us: haltonhillsclimateaction@gmail.com