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Green Manufacturing and Decarbonization Funding in British Columbia for 2026

In British Columbia, manufacturers can combine CleanBC programs, BC Hydro and FortisBC industrial incentives, and federal clean technology funding to reduce emissions and improve competitiveness. Opportunities exist for electrification, heat recovery, hydrogen, CCUS, renewable natural gas, batteries, and advanced efficiency retrofits. This directory explains key programs, eligibility, application steps, and sector‑specific options from Vancouver and Surrey to Prince George and Kelowna.

26 programs
  • Government of British Columbia (BC) logo
    Tax CreditsOpen

    BC Small Business Venture Capital Program

    Government of British Columbia (BC)
    Tax credits for B.C. small business investment
    Eligible Funding
    • From $25,000 to $10,000,000
    • Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovationDigital Transformation
    BC, Canada
  • Alacrity Canada logo
    Expert AdviceOpen

    Clean tech scale-up

    Alacrity Canada
    Help to scale a British Columbia clean tech company
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Utilities
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and Climate
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    FortisBC — Custom Performance Program

    FortisBC
    Custom energy efficiency support for facilities
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Utilities
    • Manufacturing
    • Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    BC, Canada
  • BC Hydro (BCH) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    BC Hydro Power Smart Electrification Programs

    BC Hydro (BCH)
    Electrification incentives for clean energy transitions
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000,000 $
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    BC, Canada
  • BC Hydro (BCH) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program

    BC Hydro (BCH)
    Business energy storage incentives
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    BC, Canada
  • Government of British Columbia (BC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    CleanBC Industry Fund - Project Feasibility Studies Request for Proposals

    Government of British Columbia (BC)
    Funds feasibility studies for eligible CleanBC emissions-reduction and innovation projects before full delivery, helping assess technical, operational and economic viability.
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 1, 2026
    • Closing date : June 26, 2026
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Expert AdviceClosed

    Commercial Energy Assessment Program

    FortisBC
    Free energy assessment for eligible businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Commercial Energy Management Program

    FortisBC
    Energy support for commercial gas customers
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 800,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Dual Fuel Rooftop Unit Rebates

    FortisBC
    Rebates for dual fuel rooftop units
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 225,000 $
    • Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • Automotive Retailers Foundation Inc. (ARFI) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    EVfriendly Technician Bursary

    Automotive Retailers Foundation Inc. (ARFI)
    Funding for EV technician training
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    BC, Canada
  • Government of British Columbia (BC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Innovate BC — BC Fast Pilot program

    Government of British Columbia (BC), Innovate BC
    Support for B.C. SMEs piloting new technology
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Other services (except public administration)
    • Public administration
    Timeline
    • Closing date : June 3, 2024
    Vancouver, BC, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Jobs and Growth Fund in Western Canada

    Government of Canada
    Funding for growth, jobs and resilience
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    PacifiCan — Jobs and Growth Fund — For profit

    Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan)
    Support for economic growth in British Columbia
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $
    • Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    BC, Canada
  • BC Hydro (BCH) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Power Smart - Business Energy Saving Incentives

    BC Hydro (BCH)
    Funding for business energy-efficient upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Steam Trap Audit and Replacement Rebates

    FortisBC
    Steam system efficiency rebates
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    BC, Canada
  • BC Hydro (BCH) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Strategic Energy Management Program

    BC Hydro (BCH), Save on Energy (SOE)
    Business energy efficiency support for long-term savings
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    • Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Variable Speed Drive Rebates

    FortisBC
    Rebates for energy-saving motor upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • From $80 to $140
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada

Frequently asked questions about green manufacturing grants in BC

Below are concise answers to common questions about CleanBC grants, BC Hydro and FortisBC incentives, and federal clean technology funding for manufacturers across British Columbia.

What types of projects qualify for decarbonization funding in BC?

Typical eligible projects include industrial electrification (electric boilers, heat pumps), heat recovery, VFDs and high‑efficiency motors, compressed air optimization, refrigeration upgrades, battery storage, demand response, RNG or hydrogen switching, CCUS pilots, and ISO 50001 implementation.

How do CleanBC grants interact with federal tax credits?

Many projects can stack provincial funding with federal clean technology ITCs if rules are respected. Applicants should map cost‑share, avoid double‑counting, and time the claim windows. A combined approach often reduces net CAPEX for electrification, batteries, and heat recovery.

Which utilities offer industrial incentives in BC?

BC Hydro provides industrial rebates, custom incentives, demand response and electrification studies. FortisBC offers gas‑side efficiency incentives, RNG procurement support, and interconnection assistance. Many manufacturers use both, depending on energy mix.

What sectors in BC receive targeted support?

Forestry, pulp and paper, wood products, cement and concrete, mining and metals, food and beverage processing, shipbuilding, and advanced manufacturing all have relevant programs and measures, often with tailored studies and incentives.

How do I start an application for BC Hydro industrial incentives?

Begin with an energy study or audit, define the measures, gather vendor quotes, and engage your BC Hydro representative. Prepare an MRV plan and confirm demand response or capital rebate pathways before purchasing equipment.

Are feasibility studies and engineering designs fundable?

Yes. Many programs offer feasibility study grants, custom energy study funding, and electrification study support to de‑risk CAPEX. These studies strengthen CleanBC and utility applications and improve implementation timelines.

Can battery storage and demand response be combined?

Often yes, provided metering and control requirements are met. Pairing peak shaving batteries with demand response enrollment can reduce demand charges and unlock performance‑based incentives for large industrial customers.

What documentation is required for MRV and eligibility?

Expect baseline data, engineering calculations, vendor quotes, submetering plans, commissioning procedures, and a GHG inventory. Programs may require ISO 50001 alignment or equivalent energy management evidence.

Are Indigenous‑led or partnership projects eligible for additional support?

Many funding streams prioritize or recognize Indigenous partnerships and Indigenous‑led clean industry projects in BC. Consider loan guarantees, equity partnerships, and collaborative applications to enhance eligibility and impact.

What are typical timelines and deadlines for 2026?

Windows vary by program. Maintain a ready‑to‑submit package with feasibility studies, interconnection requests, vendor quotes, and an MRV plan. Monitor CleanBC, BC Hydro, FortisBC, and federal calls to act within application windows.

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