Compare the savings
with
Natural Gas
More reasons to
choose Natural
Gas
Space Heating
Natural gas is the most inexpensive way to heat a space. For every
$1.00 you pay for natural gas to get the same amount of heat you
†
would pay the following for other fuels :
Natural
Gas
$1
=
Electricity
Propane
Fuel Oil
$5.40
$2.26
$3.96
Natural gas…
•
is the most reliable and convenient energy source
•
is the cleanest burning of all the fossil fuels – the
natural choice for the environment
•
fuels more than just furnaces and water heaters.
Barbecues, patio lights, radiant heaters, ranges,
fireplaces and clothes dryers are among many other
possibilities. There are also numerous agricultural,
commercial, and industrial applications.
•
is safe! Natural gas is lighter than air and will dissipate
into the atmosphere unless confined. SaskEnergy adds
an odour to natural gas that smells like a skunk or
sewer gas to help you detect if there is a natural gas
leak.
†
Calculation based upon natural gas and propane furnaces rated at 95% efficiency,
fuel oil at 85% efficient and electric at 100% efficient.
Water Heating
Natural gas is also the most inexpensive option for water heating.
For every $1.00 you pay for natural gas to get the same amount of
‡
hot water you would pay the following for other fuels :
Natural
Gas
$1
=
Electricity
$3.33
Propane
$2.26
SaskEnergy Network Members
†
Calculations based upon natural gas and propane water heaters rated at 55%
efficient and electric water heaters at 94% efficient.
All values are for heating energy only. Service charges, applicable taxes and surcharges are not included in the
calculations presented in these comparisons.
Fuel Rates as of July 1st, 2016
Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Electricity
Fuel Oil*
Propane*
Residential Rates
3
$0.2407 per m
$0.1327 per kWh
$0.8260 per litre
$0.3620 per litre
* Provincial average. Costs may be higher or lower in specific areas.
SaskEnergy Network Members are independent retailers and
contractors in your community - working with SaskEnergy to
ensure you have easy access to the benefits of natural gas
appliances. SaskEnergy Network Members offer the latest
information on programs and services and offer the
convenience of in-store financing. For whole home natural gas
solutions, Network Members burn brighter.
Visit saskenergy.com or call 1-800-567-8899 for more
information and to find your nearest SaskEnergy Network
Member.