Home retrofit programs: Energy Affordability
Free program for qualifying homes
Energy Affordability Program
Income-eligible program
The Energy Affordability Program offers free energy-saving upgrades to income-eligible Ontario homeowners or renters that pay their own monthly electricity bills. There are two categories of support available to income-eligible households through the program — Comprehensive support and Energy saving kits.
Qualifying free upgrades will depend on eligibility and existing equipment in the house but can include the following:
Comprehensive support:
- Energy-efficient refrigerator.
- Window air conditioner.
- ENERGY STAR® certified LED light bulbs.
- Drying line for clothes.
- Smart power strip.
- High-efficiency showerheads (standard and handheld).
- Faucet aerators (kitchen and bathroom).
- Additional attic or basement insulation.
- Weatherstripping around doors and windows.
- Smart thermostat(s).
- Cold climate air source heat pump.
Energy saving kits:
- LED light bulbs.
- Weather stripping.
- Handheld showerhead.
- Retractable clothesline.
- Faucet aerators.
- LED night light.
- You may also receive a block heater timer if you use a block heater for your vehicle.
The Energy Affordability Program is delivered by trusted Save on Energy delivery partners.
Visit Save on Energy for full program details and eligibility requirements:
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