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Building management

Optimize your heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)

Get the most from your HVAC system while minimizing its carbon footprint.

What is an HVAC system?

HVAC stands for heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, which are responsible for the majority of energy use in most commercial buildings. They play a major role in keeping a building comfortable, healthy and productive. Ensuring your building’s HVAC system is running at its best can be a complex task, but the rewards are well worth the investment.

The benefits of optimizing your HVAC system

Whether electric or combustion-based, HVAC systems’ substantial energy use makes them one of the biggest contributors to your building’s carbon footprint. Taking proper care of your system keeps it running longer, so you can save money and avoid the emissions associated with replacing it with a new one.

Positive impact on your business

Roadmap to HVAC optimization

Resources

Find funding for your climate actions

Over 60 governmental active grants, tax credits and loan programs to support the environmental initiatives of Canadian businesses.

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Natural Resources Canada: Guide to maintaining your home heating and cooling system

Here’s what you can expect from an HVAC check-up with a licensed and insured contractor.

Natural Resources Canada: Heating or cooling equipment manufacturers

These companies manufacture or distribute ENERGY STAR® certified heating, ventilating or cooling (HVAC) products.