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2026 Australian Green Building Grants & Incentives: Federal, State & Territory Home energy efficiency incentives in Australia are in a state of high flux as the grid transitions away from coal. Federal programs are currently moving toward 'right-sizing' storage, while state-based certificate schemes (like those...

2026 Comprehensive Canadian green building grants & incentives: federal, provincial & territorial Green home energy efficiency tax credits and incentive programs come and go depending on federal and provincial governments and their priorities. A change of power during an election can mean one program gets insta...

2026 US green building tax incentives & grants: a homeowner's & pro's guide Government grants and tax incentives for energy efficiency home renovations and upgrades can change quickly. Here are the US green building grants are available in 2026. These programs are designed to offset the upfront costs of energy-...

There is no question that the best way to lower emissions as we scurry about a city is to travel by foot, bike or public transportation, yet it’s unlikely we will see the end of the personal vehicle anytime soon. Transit would need to become much more extensive and gas much more costly for us to see any significant red...

Hydro-Québec's LogisVert Grant Program To promote the use of energy-efficient appliances and facilitate the energy transition, Hydro-Québec is launching a new financial assistance program offering a range of grants in Quebec: LogisVert. The LogisVert program is for all eligible homeowners, as well as tenants for specif...

Solar panels on homes in Quebec has never been worth it - until now! For years, installing solar panels in Quebec has felt more like a passion project than a smart investment. With some of the cheapest electricity rates in North America, most homeowners (and as a Quebecker, I count myself among them) have never seen th...

Financial assistance for heat pumps in Quebec right now 2025 is an exceptional opportunity for Quebec homeowners to invest in an air-source, geothermal, or hybrid heat pump. Not only do these energy-efficient heating and cooling systems lead to substantial savings on electricity bills, but they are also a sustainable s...

Green home incentives: Net Zero home grants & zero interest home renovation loans for 2020 Breaking News: New Canada Greener Homes Grant Scheme 2021 announced - see here for how to apply and eligibility requirements or see here for the $40 000 interest free home renovation loan scheme in Canada Whatever the politic...

Solar panels: a homeowner's & pro's guide As we move through 2026, installing residential solar panels has shifted from a niche interest to a mainstream home improvement strategy for achieving energy independence and long-term savings. With evolving government incentives - especially in Canada and the US, and incre...

Important to note: some programs may be discontinued, some new ones may be out there. Please help us keep this page updated if any of these don't work out or you know of others out there and drop a note in the comments at the bottom. According to the EnerQuality Green Building survey in October 2009, 40% of Ontario hom...

  Are there incentives for installing solar power in Ontario? According to Natural Resources Canada, over 20% of the energy consumed in Ontario is used to run homes. Of that 20% chunk, 80% is used for space and water heating alone. That means that making the right energy choices for your home has a significant effect o...