Why Is Saving Energy Important?

Now that you know what the Canada Greener Homes Initiative is, you may find yourself wondering why the Canadian government is investing in these rebates. Why do they care if your home is more energy-efficient? Both homes and commercial buildings account for approximately 18 percent of Canada's greenhouse gas emissions. By helping homeowners to become more energy-efficient, it helps to decrease these greenhouse emissions, which helps the environment and helps to fight climate change. When your home is more energy-efficient, you also spend less on energy expenses, which provides you with more money. You can then spend this money, which helps the local Canadian economy.