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Improving energy efficiency in your home is an effective way to save money, make your home more comfortable and reduce both energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, which is necessary for Regina to become a renewable, net-zero city by 2050.

Regina’s Energy & Sustainability Framework outlines that all existing residential homes need to be retrofitted to use 50 per cent less energy for heating and cooling, and 10 per cent less electricity.

Use these tips to make your home more energy-efficient.

Seal Up Your Home & Save

A drafty home can be unpleasant for you, your wallet, and the planet. The average house has enough home air leaks to add up to a 2-square-foot hole. That’s like leaving a medium-sized window wide open 24 hours a day. Upgrading the building envelope – through improved doors and windows – can help you save big on energy and improve your comfort. In the short term, you can apply or replace weatherstripping or caulking around windows and doors and use foam gaskets to seal around plugs and light switches in exterior walls.

Replace Old Light Bulbs with Low-energy Lights

Energy-efficient light bulbs, such as LEDs, consume 80 per cent less electricity than conventional varieties. LED bulbs last up to 3.5 times longer than other bulbs. They're also dimmable, safe to use outdoors and don't emit heat, so they can reduce your home's overall cooling costs.

Change your furnace or air conditioner filter regularly (I.e., quarterly). A dirty filter makes your HVAC system work harder. Replacing your filter will extend the life of your HVAC equipment and could save up to 15% on utility costs.

Space heating in residential buildings contributes to 11 per cent of Regina’s overall energy use. Save on your heating bill by keeping your home’s thermostat at or below a comfortable room temperature. Above 20°C, each additional degree increases your heating bill by seven per cent. Save up to 4 per cent more by adding a programmable thermostat and setting the temperature at least 3°C lower for 8 hours a day.

Some simple, low-tech steps people can start using today include:

Try Other Ways of Getting Around

Transportation, including personal and commercial vehicles, makes up 26 per cent of energy use in Regina. Park your car and prioritize walking, cycling, and public transit. You’ll cut your fuel bills and your carbon emissions while helping to create a more connected community!

Attics can account for 25 per cent of a home’s heat loss while basements can account for 20. Adding insulation can make your home more comfortable and save you money (up to 20% on energy bills with the proper amount of attic insulation). To further prevent heat loss, seal gaps and cracks that lead to the attic. Areas to look for include wires, recessed lighting, and the attic hatch itself.

Upgrade to More Efficient Appliances

Older appliances use a lot more energy than their modern replacements. Upgrading old fridges, washers and dryers to newer, energy-efficient models, such as ENERGY STAR®-certified appliances, can conserve energy and save as much as 30% on that part of your electricity bill.

The City of Regina’s Residential Retrofit Rebate Program provides matching funding of up to $5,000 for eligible work under the Canada Greener Homes Grant (CGHG) to help Regina homeowners reduce their energy use and monthly utility bills. 

Homeowners wanting to participate in the Residential Retrofit Rebate Program must first register for the Canada Greener Homes Grant. Participants are only eligible to apply for their primary residence.

Applicants will be required to provide the following information:

Please familiarize yourself with the following process and eligibility before applying to the Residential Retrofit Rebate Program.

Retrofit work eligible under the City’s Residential Retrofit Rebate Program will be identical to those eligible under the Canada Greener Homes Grant. These include:

Home insulation Upgrade your eligible attic/ceiling, exterior wall, exposed floor, basement or foundation, and crawl spaces.

Air-sealing Perform air sealing to improve the airtightness of your home to achieve the air-change rate target.

Windows and doors Replace your windows or glass doors with ENERGY STAR® certified models.

Thermostats Add a smart thermostat to help improve your comfort and save money on your energy bill (must be combined with another retrofit).

Space and water heating Make the switch to more energy-efficient heating equipment to save on your utility bill and reduce your carbon footprint.

Renewable energy Install photovoltaic solar panels to convert sunlight energy into electricity.

Resiliency measures Incentives to protect your home and your family from environmental damages (must be combined with another energy efficiency retrofit).

Find more information on the Canadian Greener Homes Grant Eligible Retrofits.

Learn more about the Energy Efficient Rebate Program. 

Do I have to sign up for the federal government’s Greener Homes Grant Program? Yes, homeowners wishing to be eligible for the City of Regina Residential Retrofit Rebate Program will need to be signed up with the Canada Greener Homes Grant.

How much will the rebate be under the City program? Successful applicants will be eligible to receive matching funds up to $5,000 for all retrofits projects approved under the Greener Homes Grant Program.

When will a homeowner receive their rebate? Rebates will be distributed once successful applicants have received their Greener Homes Grant from the federal government.

How many retrofit projects will the funding support? Based on funding availability, it is anticipated up to 80 applicants may receive a matching rebate.

How long will the program run? Those selected through the draw will have one year to complete their eligible retrofits and apply for their rebate.

Can one person apply for multiple properties? Funding is intended for primary residences. The City’s rebate program is intended to align with the federal government’s Greener Homes Grant Program, which requires eligible homeowners to provide proof of ownership and demonstrate the property is their primary residence.

What work is not eligible with the rebate program? Retrofits must be eligible under the federal government’s Greener Homes Grant Program. For example, natural gas furnaces or water heaters are not covered. Other specific eligibility criteria can be found on the Greener Homes Grant Program website. The Saskatchewan government does offer a Home Renovation Tax Credit that may cover some of the ineligible expenses.

How many homes need to be retrofitted in Regina? As of 2022, approximately 61,000 residential homes will require retrofits for Regina to reach its goal of becoming 100 per cent renewable and net-zero by 2050.

If I have questions who do I contact? Email RenewableRegina@regina.ca

What are the key deadlines for the Residential Retrofit Rebate Program?

How does this program relate to Regina’s goal of becoming renewable? Regina’s Energy & Sustainability Framework identifies Building Retrofits as one of the seven Big Moves that will enable Regina to achieve its goal of being a renewable, net-zero city by 2050. The Residential Retrofit Rebate Program also encourages action related to two other Big Moves – Clean Heating and Renewable Energy Generation.

Where can I get involved in Renewable Regina initiatives? Sign up or follow the Renewable Regina 2050 project on Be Heard Regina to stay up to date and be involved in future community activities.