Fossil fuel heating systems such as propane, natural gas, oil and diesel, as well as wood heating, result in GHG emissions. Due to BC's supply of low-emission hydroelectricity, electricity results in a relatively small amount of emissions. Incentive programs are available to reduce barriers to decommissioning fossil fuel heating systems and replacing them with low carbon heating systems such as high efficiency electric heat pumps as well as other building efficiency upgrades.
BC Hydro - A heat pump is an energy-efficient alternative to other types of home heating systems, such as a natural gas furnace or electric baseboards. A heat pump provides both efficient heating and cooling to help keep your home comfortable year-round.
CleanBC Better Homes is BC's online hub for homeowners to access information, incentives and support to reduce energy use and carbon pollution in new and existing homes. There are numerous rebates currently available across a wide variety of retrofits, so use this Rebate Guide to get started, or access the Rebate Program Table for a summary of all rebates available.
A free Energy Coach Service can be accessed through a phone and email hotline if you have questions about specific rebate programs, home energy upgrade options, EnerGuide home evaluations, or need additional information or assistance. Contact the free Energy Coach Service at 1-844-881-9790, ask@betterhomesbc.ca or visit Betterhomesbc.ca.
For resources and incentives for commercial, institutional, and multi-unit residential buildings, go to CleanBC Better Buildings at BetterBuildingBC.ca.
