Save money on energy

Big and small changes can save money on your energy bill and help the environment.

Here are some ways you can reduce your energy needs today to make life more affordable tomorrow.

You could save

Up to 10%

of your home’s energy by unplugging items when they’re not in use

$600

a year by adding proper, inexpensive weather stripping to your home

Up to 25%

of your TV’s total energy by using an ENERGY STAR certified option

Up to 25%

of your fuel costs by adopting fuel-efficient driving techniques

Ways to save money on energy

In your home

Small changes in your kitchen, home office, basement or other areas can impact how much or little energy is used each year, resulting in big savings.

I want to start saving in my home.

On the road

People in all parts of the country are finding ways to lower their fuel consumption and the cost of getting around.

I want to start saving on the road.

Not sure where to start?

Even small actions can have a big impact. Learn more about simple energy efficiency tips you can implement to see changes around you.

10 practical actions you can take

A list of simple actions you can take at home or on the road to save energy and money.

Level up your entertainment

Home electronics account for a growing amount of electricity used. Thankfully, ENERGY STAR certified electronics have special power-saving features to help you reduce your energy consumption.

Save energy in your home office

The office can be just about anywhere these days. Whether you’re working from the kitchen, couch or basement, ENERGY STAR is there to help get the job done – efficiently.

Saving money at home

It’s more than just turning out the lights when you leave a room. Saving energy and money can feel out of your control but there are small and big things you can do to see changes on your monthly bill and live more comfortably in your home.

As a renter

Replace your small appliances with ENERGY STAR certified products, and ask your landlord to consider them for bigger ones as well.
Avoid phantom power by unplugging your appliances when they’re not being used.
Chat with your landlord about upgrading to a smart thermostat and more energy-efficient appliances.
Upgrade to LED bulbs for longer lasting, low-energy lighting.
Make changes to your laundry cycle to soak up the savings.
Apply for the one-time top-up to the Canada Housing Benefit.

As a homeowner or landlord

In addition to the small changes listed, you can:

Saving money on the road

Fuel-efficient driving can save you hundreds of dollars in fuel each year and prevent wear on your vehicle. Making the switch to an electric vehicle can save you even more in the long run.