Decarbonizing Alberta: Subsidizing Heating Oil Systems

The chapter explores the proposal to subsidize installation of heating oil systems in Alberta to avoid carbon tax payments, discussing the shift towards decarbonization in various sectors due to future net-zero targets. It emphasizes the transition to heat pumps, electrifying buildings, and load shifting for reducing carbon emissions. The conversation also addresses challenges in sustainable home construction, clarity on sustainable technologies, and the financial implications of choosing between expensive windows and a solar system.