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  1. www.cga.ca › wp-content › uploadsCGA by the Numbers: High efficiency natural gas furnaces ...

    What we see is that of the 15.2 million home furnaces in Canada over 7.1 million are fuelled by natural gas, over 4.5 million of which are now high eficiency models (eficiency of 90 per cent or greater).

  2. www.ultimatehomecomfort.com › blog › gas-boilers-vsGas Boiler or Furnace: Which Is More Efficient for Canadian ...

    Mar 14, 2024 · Both gas boilers and furnaces have made significant advances in terms of energy efficiency. High-efficiency gas-fired boilers boast Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) ratings of at least 90%, carrying the ENERGY STAR designation, a requirement for all new installations in Canada .

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  3. showmethegreen.ca › home › home-improvementEssential Questions to Ask About Your Furnace in Canada ...

    Efficiency and Performance. What is the AFUE Rating? The Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) rating is a critical measure of a furnace’s efficiency, indicating the percentage of fuel converted into heat. In Canada, modern furnaces are required to have a minimum AFUE, usually around 80%.

  4. natural-resources.canada.ca › energy-efficiencyCommercial gas and oil-fired furnaces

    Dec 23, 2022 · In Canada, commercial gas furnaces manufactured as of February 3, 1995, are subject to the Regulations. Commercial oil-fired furnaces are not currently regulated. The efficiency standards for commercial furnaces save energy and reduce overall costs for Canadians.

  5. www.moneysense.ca › spend › real-estateHeat pump, furnace or hybrid—which is the better option in ...

    Jun 10, 2024 · Heat pumps are 300% more efficient than baseboard heaters and furnaces, and 50% more efficient than AC units. And, unlike most furnaces, they run on electricity, not gas (unless it’s a...

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  7. www.enercare.ca › heating › buyers-guide-furnacesThe 2024 Furnace Buyer’s Guide for Homeowners - Enercare

    A furnace operates by using a fuel source — usually natural gas, propane, electricity, or oil — to produce heat. The heat produced flows through a ventilation system and warms the home. Let’s look at a natural gas furnace for a detailed example.

  8. canadiangeographic.ca › live-net-zero › articlesBreaking away from Gas-Fired Furnaces: Navigating the Heating ...

    Oct 21, 2023 · Challenges with Gas-Fired Furnaces. Natural gas has a combustion temperature of 1690°C. However, their efficiency is compromised due to energy wastage through exhaust and combustion. While natural gas can generate considerable heat, not everything is utilized to warm the home.

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