Ontario launching rebates for energy efficient home renovations and upgrades [Video]

Ontario is introducing two new energy efficiency programs, including one offering rebates for certain home improvements.

The Home Renovation Savings Program, launching Jan. 28, will rebate homeowners up to 30 per cent of the cost of energy efficiency renovations and improvements, such as new windows, doors, insulation, air sealing, smart thermostats, heat pumps, and rooftop solar panels and battery storage systems.

The province is also expanding the residential Peak Perks program to small businesses, giving them a $75 virtual prepaid credit card for each eligible smart thermostat connected to a central air conditioning system or heat pump unit, and another $20 for each additional year in the program.

Energy Minister Stephen Lecce said the home renovation program will mean both upfront and long-term savings for Ontarians.

“A family…looking to keep themselves warm over the winter by upgrading their insulation, their windows and doors, they’d receive a rebate of up to …