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	<title>Social Housing Today &#187; SHRRP</title>
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		<title>How to Access the Multi-Family Energy Efficiency Rebates (MEER) Funds</title>
		<link>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2010/01/13/how-to-access-the-multi-family-energy-efficiency-rebates-meer-funds/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:44:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Osmond</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[SHRRP]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Green]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[MEER]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[<a href="http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2010/01/13/how-to-access-the-multi-family-energy-efficiency-rebates-meer-funds/" rel="attachment wp-att-291"><img src="http://blog.shscorp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/MEER100.jpg" alt="How to Access the Multi-Family Energy Efficiency Rebates (MEER) Funds" title="How to Access the Multi-Family Energy Efficiency Rebates (MEER) Funds" width="100" height="100" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-291" /></a>To the uninitiated, SHRRP (commonly pronounced shurp) and MEER sound like characters from Star Trek. In fact, they are acronyms for programs that might just save your non-profit or co-op a lot of money. How do you access them? <a href="http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2010/01/13/how-to-access-the-multi-family-energy-efficiency-rebates-meer-funds/">More>></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Spending SHRRP Dollars</title>
		<link>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/12/04/spending-shrrp-dollars/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/12/04/spending-shrrp-dollars/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2009 14:50:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Osmond</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[SHRRP]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[MMAH]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[technical service]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[<a href="http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/12/04/spending-shrrp-dollars/"><img src="http://blog.shscorp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/technicalservices1003.jpg" alt="Spending SHRRP Dollars" title="Spending SHRRP Dollars" width="100" height="100" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-219" /></a>You’ve been given the go-ahead from your service manager to spend some of the SHRRP funding on a major project like a new roof or a make-up air unit. Now you just need to find someone to do the work. What are your options? <a href="http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/12/04/spending-shrrp-dollars/">More >></a>]]></description>
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		<title>SHRRP Shopper Beware!</title>
		<link>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/11/24/shrrp-shopper-beware/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/11/24/shrrp-shopper-beware/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:29:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Chu</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[SHRRP]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Customer Care]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://blog.shscorp.ca/?p=111</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[<a href="http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/11/24/shrrp-shopper-beware/"><img src="http://blog.shscorp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/confused100.jpg" alt="SHRRP Shopper Beware!" title="SHRRP Shopper Beware!" width="100" height="100" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-224" /></a>In the housing sector, many providers are scrambling to use Social Housing Renovation and Retrofit Program funding before it disappears. In the mad rush to put together plans, follow guidelines and implement projects, there's been some confusion on the correct processes and controls for spending the money.  <a href="http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/11/24/shrrp-shopper-beware/">More >></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Government&#8217;s New Focus on Renewables Led to Incentives and Funding Programs</title>
		<link>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/11/20/governments-new-focus-on-renewables-led-to-incentives-and-funding-programs/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/11/20/governments-new-focus-on-renewables-led-to-incentives-and-funding-programs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:38:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Aaron Weinstock</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Green]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SHRRP]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[energy]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[renewables]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://blog.shscorp.ca/?p=95</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[<a href="http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/11/20/governments-new-focus-on-renewables-led-to-incentives-and-funding-programs/"><img src="http://blog.shscorp.ca/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/GLOBE-RenewableGuide100.jpg" alt="Government&#039;s New Focus on Renewables Led to Incentives and Funding Programs" title="Government&#039;s New Focus on Renewables Led to Incentives and Funding Programs" width="100" height="100" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-226" /></a>In the past, cost has been considered a barrier, and yes, there certainly are upfront costs to installing renewable energy systems.  Fortunately, the government’s new focus on renewables has led to numerous incentives and funding programs.  <a href="http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/11/20/governments-new-focus-on-renewables-led-to-incentives-and-funding-programs/">More >></a>]]></description>
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		<title>Water Saving Practices</title>
		<link>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/09/21/water-saving-practices/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/09/21/water-saving-practices/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:48:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>SHSC</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Green]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SHRRP]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[faucet]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[landscaping]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[showerheads]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[toilets]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[washing machine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[water]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Sixty-seven percent of households leak 38 litres of water per day. Worse yet, five percent of households leak an average of more than 380 litres per day! Reducing your water consumption by repairing leaks and drips and by replacing old, less water-efficient fixtures with new water-saving devices <b>helps to reduce your operating costs, create a more comfortable, healthy environment for tenants and helps to solve a global problem.</b>  ]]></description>
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		<title>High Efficiency Furnaces and HVAC Systems</title>
		<link>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/09/21/high-efficiency-furnaces-and-hvac-systems/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/09/21/high-efficiency-furnaces-and-hvac-systems/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:46:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>SHSC</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Green]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SHRRP]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[boilers]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ENERGY STAR®]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Furnace]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The average Canadian household devotes 60 per cent of its total energy use solely to space heating. Therefore making smart decisions about your home’s heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system can have a big effect on your utility bills and comfort.  If you are experiencing excessive noise, discomfort or high utility bills it may be time to invest in a new furnace.]]></description>
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		<title>Refrigerator Decommissioning</title>
		<link>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/09/08/refrigerator-decommissioning/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/09/08/refrigerator-decommissioning/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 18:37:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>SHSC</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Green]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SHRRP]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[refrigerator]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[tips]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[An important part of any housing providers' energy efficiency program is ensuring that major appliances are as efficient as possible. One way of achieving that outcome is to switch to ENERGY STAR® appliances.]]></description>
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		<title>The Right Insurance Coverage</title>
		<link>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/09/08/the-right-insurance-coverage/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/09/08/the-right-insurance-coverage/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:00:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>SHSC</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Insurance]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SHRRP]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[tips]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Are you planning a project as part of the Social Housing Renovation and Retrofit Program? SHSC can help with your insurance needs, which will be above and beyond the regular requirements of your day-to-day operations.]]></description>
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		<title>Replacing Rooftops &#8211;  Best Energy Savings</title>
		<link>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/09/08/replacing-rooftops-best-energy-savings/</link>
		<comments>http://blog.shscorp.ca/index.php/2009/09/08/replacing-rooftops-best-energy-savings/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:56:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>SHSC</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Green]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SHRRP]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[energy]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[rooftops]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Replacing a roof due to damage and/or age presents an excellent opportunity to improve energy efficiency, comfort levels for tenants, reduce operating costs and C02 emissions which cause Global Warming.]]></description>
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