FIGURE 1-9: Annual Heating Consumption for Houses* Constructed to Different Standards
| House type | Annual heating consumption (GJ) |
|---|---|
| R-2000 house | 78.75 |
| Model National Energy Code house (2002) | 112.10 |
| Typical new house (2002) | 146.27 |
| Typical existing house (1970) | 216.81 |
* 198-m² one-storey, single detached house heated with natural gas, Ottawa, Ontario