Want a free heat pump? Government offering no-cost retrofits to low income households in N.L. - CBC
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Nfld. & LabradorHomeowners with lower-than-average income levels can apply to receive energy-saving upgrades to their homes as part of a new program in partnership with the federal government. Federal minister of environment says an estimated 1,400 households in N. L. could benefitJohn Harris · CBC News · Posted: Oct 16, 2026 3:41 PM EDT | Last Updated: October 16Listen to this articleEstimated 3 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. New funding has been earmarked for low income households to get free energy efficiency upgrades. (CBC)Homeowners with lower-than-average income levels can apply to receive free energy-saving upgrades to their homes as part of a new program in partnership with the federal government. Qualified applicants will receive an energy audit, which will recommend eligible projects. These include "heat pumps, heat recovery ventilators, insulation and air sealing upgrades," according to TakeCharge, the administrator of the program.
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