Energy Saving Articles

What are demand charges? If you are a commercial customer, you may notice that your bill contains both usage (kilowatt hours, “kWh”) and demand charges (kilowatts, “kW”, or kilo-volt-ampere, “kVA” for very large services). Why do utilities track and charge for both of these items? Usage charges reflect the amount of total energy used at… Read more

As Business Week kicks off, takeCHARGE wants to help employers promote energy efficiency and highlight some easy ways to save on electricity costs in the workplace. We’ve put together a list of five low costs ways to help you save: Embrace natural light: Keeping blinds open on sunny days can reduce the need for artificial… Read more

Business Energy Efficiency In Action Being able to say your business is energy efficient sounds good, but business owners know that any investment without a strong return and a reasonable payback period is not overly enticing. Fortunately, energy efficiency in this province has proven time and time again to be a financially prudent concept with… Read more

1. Let the sunshine in! Natural light can save you money – Drawback the curtains and pull up the blinds to let natural light in and let the warmth from the sun help heat your home. Be sure to close them at night to keep the heat in. 2. Cook with small appliances – Use… Read more

Keep Outdoor Unit Clear of Snow After any significant snowfall you should check the outdoor unit to make sure it is clear of snow. Gently clear away any snow that has accumulated on your heat pump to ensure it is functioning as efficiently as possible. If your heat pump does becomes blocked with snow it… Read more

Unless you’re a real estate expert, there are plenty of issues that can sneak up on new homebuyers. This can range from unexpected and out-of-sight defects within the home, to maintenance costs that could surprise you a few months after the purchase. Being aware of common pitfalls that exist when buying a home can better… Read more