Energy Efficient Heritage Homes

Protecting, preserving and enhancing existing buildings is often more environmentally friendly than tearing them down to build new ones. Many older buildings are built well with high quality resources, designed to endure.

The following fact sheets produced by the BC Heritage Branch explore the issues, challenges and solutions for making your heritage home more energy efficient while still preserving its historic features, such as stain glass windows or wooden shutters.

Improving the Energy Efficiency of your Traditional Home

Improving Traditional Windows and Heating Systems

LiveSmart BC Grants for Wood Storm Windows in Heritage Homes


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