What does net zero actually mean? Achieving "net zero" means equalling the difference between the amount of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions produced by human activity and the amount removed from the atmosphere. GHGs in Canada include carbon dioxide (80%) and methane (14%), among others. Net-zero emissions is similar to carbon neutrality, which is often
Commentary by the NS Power IRP Project Team Nova Scotia Power’s Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) presents a long-term strategy for delivering safe, reliable, affordable, and clean electricity to customers across Nova Scotia. It is undertaken through a consultative process together with interested parties, the energy community, and our regulator to plan for the long-term
Use this tool to help identify the most fuel-efficient vehicle that meets your everyday needs by comparing the fuel consumption information of different models. View Activity
Batteries and microgrids could help us use renewable energy more efficiently and make power outages disappear for customers. Learn how we’re exploring that future today with customers in Elmsdale. Visit Webpage
Go Smart. Save Energy. We want to help you improve your home’s energy efficiency with innovative smart products. Smart products are now rolling out to Saint John residents as part of our Smart Energy Project. By partnering with us to participate in these product trials, you can experience new technology, help reduce our community’s
Nova Scotia’s energy future holds exciting possibilities — more wind and solar generation, battery storage, electric vehicles, and even more opportunities to bring renewable energy to the grid. Globally, the electrical grids that have served us over the past century are evolving through new technology into “smart grids.” Smart grids offer a future in
As the seasons change, so does the way we use energy. Nip high household energy consumption in the bud this spring and save energy with these green tips and home upgrades. You’ll give a new meaning to the term ‘green thumb’ once you see your energy savings bloom. Visit Webpage
Appliances and lighting can account for almost 20% of an average family’s annual energy use. Knowing how much energy each device in your home uses can help you better manage your energy use and save money on your bills. Use these charts and calculators to help you determine how much energy your appliances are
Smart meters are one of the ways NB Power is modernizing the power grid to provide you with the best possible service into the future. A smart meter looks similar to the current meter on your home. What makes it different is that it allows two-way communication, over a secure network, giving you the
Our customers value reliable, clean energy at an affordable price. That’s why we’re investing in projects, partnerships and programs that keep our grid strong and rates reasonable while we transition to cleaner energy. Visit Webpage
We received a lot of feedback from listeners who are interested in energy efficiency and curious about what they can do to make their existing home more energy-efficient. We decided to bring back Chris McLellan from the Office of Energy Efficiency to discuss getting better performance and comfort out of your home.
So what is a net-zero-energy home, you might ask? Well, while it’s not exactly "off the grid," it is a home built to reduce the net amount of energy used by a household to zero by incorporating leading-edge, energy efficient technology and generating electricity. Watch Video