Climate Change and Weather
Are you planning to build a new home? Wondering about the best way to build efficiently? Big things like heating systems might seem like they should be your first step - but there are a lot of things you can (and should) consider doing first.
The seven...
Prince Edward Island has vital fisheries and aquaculture industries. Island waters are influenced by both the Gulf Stream (to the south) and the Labrador Current (to the north). Climate change is expected to produce a warming of the Gulf Stream south...
Climate Change and Island Tourism
Tourism is an important industry within Prince Edward Island, and many visitor activities are influenced by weather and climate. The longer, warmer summers expected with climate change may have a positive impact on...
Discover how you can reduce your building's energy use - and your energy bill - with the new MyEnergyXpert tool. efficiencyPEI has been working with Canadian company energyX Solutions to bring this platform to Islanders. With MyEnergyXpert, you can...
Energy efficient refrigerators, toilets and washing machines are now eligible for rebates through efficiencyPEI. The rebate will applied in-store at participating retailers, there is no need to submit an application. Unlike the other Instant Savings...
The 2018 Budget Address outlined the following program:
A large part of our efforts will be to engage Islanders directly in reducing carbon emissions and working to make electricity cheaper. Significantly, we are in this plan committing to providing...
efficiencyPEI is your go-to for tips on how to save money on heating and energy costs! Check out this short video on easy ways you can conserve energy (and save money) in your home.
There is more to your heating costs in Prince Edward Island than just energy prices.
Total Cost of Ownership
When choosing a heating system, it's important to consider the upfront costs of each option, and how that cost will factor into your monthly...
What is an EnerGuide home evaluation?
An EnerGuide home evaluation is an energy audit designed to help homeowners increase the energy efficiency and comfort of their homes. The evaluation provides useful information about your home’s energy performance...
Everyone should benefit from energy efficiency, regardless of income.
The Home Energy Low-income Program (HELP) provides free air-sealing and energy efficient upgrades to qualified low-income Islanders.
Am I eligible for the Home Energy Low-income...
Wondering how much it costs to heat your home using different energy sources on PEI?
The chart below shows the historic energy prices on PEI and is updated every two weeks.
The data is live, so use your mouse to hover over the data and see historic...
What is the Prince Edward Island Coastal Property Guide?
The Prince Edward Island Coastal Property Guide answers basic questions relating to what you can and can’t do with your coastal property. It also discusses the potential risks of living on the...
Something is causing a stir near the Souris causeway – in a good way.
Two sandstone reefs installed by the Prince Edward Island government are working like a charm. The offshore breakwaters (also known as intertidal reefs) are designed to protect the...
efficiencyPEI aims to help Islanders make good choices about energy
Since opening in 2008, we have:
Helped Islanders save over $9 million on their energy bills
Provided over $4.2 million toward ENERGY STAR® certified equipment
Reduced CO2 emissions...