RenewABILITY Energy Inc., manufacturer of the Power-Pipe Drain Water Heat Recovery (DWHR) system, and Habitat for Humanity Canada have formed a national program that will reduce the cost of water heating by up to 40 percent in new homes built by Habitat for Humanity Canada.

Natural Resources Canada reports that water heating is the second largest energy use in Canadian single and multi-residential properties. DWHR pre-heats cold intake water with warm or hot drain water from showers or faucets prior to entering a standard water heater or on-demand water system.

"Decreasing utility costs for Habitat homeowners is an effective way to increase a family's quality of life," said Stewart Hardacre, COO of Habitat for Humanity Canada. "This new partnership will enable Habitat homeowners to realize significant savings on their water heating bills, helping to alleviate the burden of monthly household expenses."