The idea of not wanting to heat the whole neighborhood isn’t new. What if, even before buying a home, we could find out whether it lets heat escape? Many of us suggested the idea of an energy rating that could be used to assess a building’s performance. This type of approach would raise construction standards throughout Québec.

We want to feel comfortable at home. And if we can feel comfortable while also using less electricity, that’s even better! One way to achieve this, is to live in smaller homes that use less energy. But if we have the choice, we’d rather live in smart homes and manage our energy use through an app.

To avoid wasting our energy and resources, we’ve got ideas to spare! We imagine generating electricity from waste or biomass. The waste heat released by factories and data centers could be used to heat greenhouses where we could grow fruits and vegetables all year long. One thing is certain: we’re inspired by the principles of a circular economy!

People aged 25 to 34
were most likely to submit ideas on energy recovery.

What if every time we turned down the heating, turned off the lights, unplugged unused electronics, or took a shorter shower, we received a few dollars as a reward? On the flip side, what if we paid taxes when we overused electricity? One thing’s for sure: we’d be more motivated to change our habits!