Efficiency Nova Scotia Custom Energy Retrofits
no fixed amount
Grant
Description:
The Custom Retrofit program provides eligible organizations with technical and
financial support to help them conduct scoping and feasibility studies and implement technical
improvements in their facilities using a customized and flexible approach. The Retrofit delivery
process is structured in a way that enables participation regardless of the project phase as long
as implementation has not yet started. Retrofit is meant to meet a wide range of participant
requirements and support a variety of energy efficiency initiatives.
Comments on Funding:
Funding takes the form of:
1. Rebates to cover 50% of the cost of a scoping study, up to a maximum of $1,000
2. A feasibility study incentive for up to 100% of study cost, up to $15,000 (pre-approval for study is required),
3. Implementation incentives of up to
a. Energy Savings: $0.15/kWh
b. Utility Peak Demand Savings: $250/kW
Continuous Intake
Eligibility:
Applicants must be:
1. Institutional, non-profit, commercial (including multi-unit residential), or industrial facilities served directly or indirectly by Nova Scotia Power Inc.
2. Facilities consume at least 350,000 kWh annually (exceptions made at the discretion of ENS, particularly for onsite generation/renewables projects)
3. Multiple smaller facilities may be grouped for a project (e.g. schools)
Application Steps:
Applicants must complete the form or call 1-877-999-6035 to talk to an Energy Solutions Advisor.
https://www.efficiencyns.ca/programs-rebates/building-energy-retrofits/application
Documentation Needed:
Applicants must submit:
1. Retrofit Project Application – If applying with Feasibility Study Incentive
2. Retrofit Project Application – If applying without Feasibility Study Incentive
About the author
Maurice