Home Retrofit| Free of Fossil Fuels
Chosen for a Pilot Project Reducing My Home’s Emissions by 100%
How an opportunity appeared that was far beyond what I could have imagined!
A few years ago, my unwavering passion to get my home off fossil fuels was in full swing.
I researched, contacted people and got quotes. I wrote about my reasons for doing so here:
When researching ground-source heat pumps (geothermal), I was told they would be too expensive and make a massive mess in the yard. So, I decided on an air-source heat pump. Scott at Applewood Heating and Appliance was an integral person who spent endless time with me, making my dream a reality!
I was immediately told I would need to upgrade this 1972 home’s electrical panel from 100 amps to 200 amps to accommodate the air-sourced heat pump, electric hot water tank, solar panels and electric car charger.
The main electric company in BC was pivotal in upgrading the electrical panel, but on…
