In This Edition:

• LiveSmart BC
• Going Green Off The Grid
• Heat Pumps 101
• What Would You Do With $5,000
• Getting Your House Ready For Summer

RENO NEWS - June 2008

LiveSmart BC - Up to $5,000 in Grants & Incentives

The BC Provincial Government has announced formal incentives under the Live Smart BC program. With over $60 million in funding, this program provides a single access point for British Columbians looking to maximize efficiency, conserve energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Sample grant amounts include:

PRODUCT	GRANT AMOUNT (LiveSmart BC & ecoENERGY)
High-Efficiency Furnace (ENERGY STAR 95% with DC variable speed motor)	$1,270
Air-Source Heat Pump (ENERGY STAR with variable speed motor)	$1,820
Windows & Doors (ENERGY STAR rated)	$60 per unit

Going Green Off The Grid

Homeworks' energy-efficiency guru Doug Rempel is building a new house that is completely off the grid. Over the next 6 months, Doug will be educating consumers on the latest in sustainability and energy-efficiency products being incorporated into the construction of his new house in Lillooet Lake, BC.

Heat Pumps 101

If you are exploring the heating and cooling options for your home or looking for ways to reduce your energy bills, you may be considering a heat pump. A heat pump can provide year-round climate control for your home by supplying heat in the winter and cooling it in the summer.

What Would You Do With A $5,000 Energy-Saving Home Upgrade

Now is the best time to upgrade those drafty old windows and energy-guzzling furnace. For limited time, when you sign up for a FREE 50-Point evaluation, you could win a $5,000 energy-saving home upgrade form Homeworks.

Getting Your Home Ready For Summer

With summer right around the corner and with green living in the spotlight now more than ever, it's easy to get caught up in the little things we can do for practical energy conservation. Here's a couple quick tips for comfort and energy-savings courtesy of Homeworks.

REMEMBER YOUR THERMOSTAT
Set thermostats to 25°C (78°F) in the summer. This is considered the standard cooling setting for this time of year.

THINK ABOUT YOUR VENTILATION
Use an exhaust fan to pull excess heat and humidity out of the kitchen and bathroom.

DON'T FORGET THE DRAPES
Keep drapes and curtains closed in sunny areas of your house to keep cool.