Be sure to keep an eye out for the ENERGY STAR symbol when in the market to purchase the following items for your home: major appliances, heating equipment and controls, cooling and ventilation controls, windows, doors and skylights, lighting, home office equipment or electronics. The international ENERGY STAR symbol is a simple way for consumers to identify products that are among the most energy-efficient. Choosing an ENERGY STAR labeled product over a conventional model could save you hundreds of dollars in energy costs.


Energy costs are rising, but we can help take more control of them just by changing a few of our habits. This information will give Nova Scotians ideas they can use to save money and protect the environment all year long. Just a few simple changes can make a big difference.