Residential Heat Pumps
The City is now offering incentives to help residents transition to electric heat pumps as a cost-effective heating and cooling solution for their home. Owners of single-family homes, duplexes and townhomes can now receive a $350 rebate from the City on top of significant CleanBC rebates when switching from a fossil fuel system (oil, natural gas or propane) to an electric heat pump system. They can also apply for an additional $500 top-up for an electrical system upgrade if needed.
Space heating and domestic hot water systems account for approximately 90 per cent of annual greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from single-family homes, duplexes, multiplexes and townhomes in Richmond.
Did you know heat pumps are at least three times more energy efficient when compared to natural gas-fired equipment? Replacing gas-fired furnaces and domestic water heaters with electric heat pumps will result in a significant reduction in carbon emissions and operating costs. Other benefits include increased thermal comfort, enhanced indoor air quality, the ability to offer cooling as well as heating, plus the capability of dehumidifying a home during the summer.
Explore our interactive story map to learn more about heat pumps, their benefits, and the incentives available for your home.
Story Map: Residential Heat Pumps in Richmond
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