R-2000-certified new homes are best- in-class energy-efficient homes that include high levels of insulation, clean air features and measures to help protect the environment.

Every R-2000 home is built to the stringent R-2000 standard developed by NRCan in coordination with key industry stakeholders. In addition, each home is:

• Constructed by trained builders
• Evaluated, inspected and tested by an independent third-party inspector
• Certified: every R-2000 homeowner will receive an R-2000 certificate and label which can be placed on the electrical panel

If you're interested in buying a new ENERGY STAR or R-2000 home, find a builder in your region at: http://www2.nrcan.gc.ca/oee/nh- mn/f-t/index.cfm?fuseaction=s.ssf&language=eng

While energy advisors and service organizations use NRCan's official marks, trademarks, and software under a licencing agreement, they operate as independent businesses, and are not agents, partners, or employees of NRCan. As well, NRCan does not endorse any builder or services of any energy advisor/service organization, or any specific product, and accepts no liability in the selection of builders, materials, products, or performance of workmanship.

Consumer caution: Natural Resources Canada never performs or authorizes others to perform unsolicited inspections of homes or home equipment with respect to the ENERGY STAR or EnerGuide initiatives. Home energy evaluations using the EnerGuide label are performed by third- party service organizations only at the request of homeowners.