[ January-February 2007 – Choose a section ] EnerGuide for Houses Environment: Sustainable development Important message - Erratum - Paper version ENERGY STAR - Household Appliances Program Lighting - Looking for a torchiere lamp? Novoclimat - On the cutting edge, now more than ever! Electronic thermostats - Want to save even more? Do it in three simple steps! Home Diagnostic - The right diagnosis is the first step to a cure! The Socket Twins

			Thinking of buying a newly-built home? Want one that’s economical and comfortable? Insist on NovoclimatMC and be on the cutting edge! By 2008, new construction will be governed by revised energy efficiency regulations inspired by the NovoclimatMC concept. You’ll be ahead of the game! Save at least 25% on heating costs! In addition to impressive savings, everything in a NovoclimatMC house has been carefully planned with comfort in mind. Everything! Highperformance ventilation systems to evacuate odors, smells and excess humidity electronic thermostats, highly energy efficient doors and windows ... it all puts comfort first. Top-quality materials All components are selected for quality and optimal performance. In fact, only materials with a high thermal resistance value can be used to build a NovoclimatMC home. Get a grant! You can get a grant of $2,000 for a site-built home or $1,500 for a prefabricated home. A definite advantage for a house delivered with a NovoclimatMC certificate issued by Québec’s Agence de l’efficacité énergétique after completion of two inspections. It’s a big help at resale time too. And don’t forget that NovoclimatMC requirements can also apply to apartment buildings of 7 storeys or less! For more information, contact Québec’s Agence de l’efficacité énergétique at: 418 627-6379 in the Québec City area or toll-free at 1 877 727-6655 elsewhere in Québec, or visit the Agence de l'efficacité énergétique Web site.