Upgrade to natural gas

If you have an oil or propane primary home heating system and want to reduce your heating bills and your carbon footprint,¹ natural gas is a cost-effective energy option—and you can also sign up for low-carbon² Renewable Natural Gas³ (RNG).

Right now, we’ve got rebates of up to $4,050 to make it even more cost-effective to upgrade from oil or propane to natural gas heating.

Rebates and cost savings 

We’ve got rebates on natural gas space and water heating systems when you pre-qualify for the Connect to Gas program between April 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024. Terms and conditions apply; offer subject to change. See table for details.

Benefits of upgrading to gas 

Beyond the cost savings, there are many benefits to upgrading your home’s primary heating system, including.

Renewable Natural Gas 

The existing gas system delivers conventional natural gas as well as RNG, so once connected to the gas system, you can sign up for RNG, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of regular gas appliances while reducing your greenhouse gas emissions.  The cost of RNG depends on the blend you choose. You can designate five, 10, 25, 50 or 100 per cent of the natural gas you use as RNG.

Comfort, convenience and reliability

How about cosy fires at the flick of a switch and heat during power outages—not to mention all the possible outdoor upgrades like natural gas fire pits and patio and pool heaters? And if you don’t have ductwork, it’s no problem: you can install natural gas fireplaces and wall furnaces on almost any exterior wall, with no need for ducts or chimneys.

Upgrading to gas is easier than you think

Wondering about the cost of getting connected to natural gas? You might be surprised to learn it costs as little as $15. Installing a service line and meter typically takes less than a day, and we restore your property after. Learn more about getting natural gas installed.

¹Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Natural gas and the environment.

²When compared to the lifecycle carbon intensity of conventional natural gas. The burner tip emission factor of FortisBC’s current Renewable Natural Gas (also called RNG or biomethane) portfolio is 0.27 grams of carbon dioxide equivalent per megajoule of energy (gCO₂e/MJ). FortisBC’s current RNG portfolio lifecycle emissions for stationary combustion are -22 gCO₂e/MJ. This is below B.C.’s low carbon threshold for lifecycle carbon intensity of 30.8 gCO₂e/MJ as set out in the 2024 Greenhouse Gas Reduction Regulation amendments.

³Renewable Natural Gas (also called RNG or biomethane) is produced in a different manner than conventional natural gas. It is derived from biogas, which is produced from decomposing organic waste from landfills, agricultural waste and wastewater from treatment facilities. The biogas is captured and cleaned to create RNG. When RNG is added to North America’s natural gas system, it mixes with conventional natural gas. This means we’re unable to direct RNG to a specific customer. But the more RNG is added to the gas system, the less conventional natural gas is needed, thereby reducing the use of fossil fuels and overall greenhouse gas emissions.