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Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Save on Energy (SOE)

Ontario's official energy efficiency program offering rebates, incentives and funding for residential, small business, and commercial customers. Run by the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) with support from the Government of Ontario and Enbridge Gas. View Save on Energy (SOE)'s website for more information.

25 programs
  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    XLerate Program

    Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), Save on Energy (SOE)
    Pay-for-performance funding for large-scale Ontario energy-efficiency projects
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Health care and social assistance, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Expanded Energy Management Program

    Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), Save on Energy (SOE)
    Energy management support for Ontario facilities
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $250,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Peak Perks

    Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), Save on Energy (SOE)
    Peak demand rewards for Ontario smart thermostats
    Eligible Funding
    From $20 to $75
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Ontario, Canada
  • Save on Energy (SOE) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    CoolSaver Program

    Save on Energy (SOE)
    Free home cooling tune-ups and discounts for eligible residents
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
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  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Existing Building Commissioning program

    Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), Save on Energy (SOE)
    Incentives for commissioning to improve existing building energy performance
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Real estate and rental and leasing, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen

    Instant Discounts Program

    Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), Save on Energy (SOE)
    Instant point-of-sale discounts on energy-efficient lighting upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Manufacturing, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada

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  • Save on Energy (SOE) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Building Operator Certification (BOC) Incentive

    Save on Energy (SOE)
    Support for energy efficiency training
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Save on Energy (SOE) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Expanded Energy Management Program (Commercial & Institutional)

    Save on Energy (SOE)
    Energy management support for organizations
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Ontario, Canada
  • Save on Energy (SOE) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Retrofit Program — Prescriptive Stream

    Save on Energy (SOE)
    Energy-saving upgrade incentives
    Eligible Funding
    From $500 to $250,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Save on Energy (SOE) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Retrofit Program: Custom Stream

    Save on Energy (SOE)
    Energy-efficiency incentives for complex retrofits
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada

  • Prepare your Save on Energy (SOE) funding application

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  • Save on Energy (SOE) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Save on Energy Training Incentives

    Save on Energy (SOE)
    Funding for energy management training
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,500 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Ontario, Canada
  • Save on Energy (SOE) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Save on Energy – Energy Manager Program

    Save on Energy (SOE)
    Funding for a full-time Energy Manager
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, Utilities, Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Ontario, Canada
  • Save on Energy (SOE) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Save on Energy — Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx)

    Save on Energy (SOE)
    Energy efficiency support for existing buildings
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada

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  • BC Hydro (BCH) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    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
  • Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    BizEnergySaver Program

    Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), Save on Energy (SOE)
    Energy-efficiency incentives for businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Real estate and rental and leasing, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Ottawa, Toronto, Ontario
  • Save on Energy (SOE) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Retrofit Program - Agriculture Incentives

    Save on Energy (SOE)
    Energy-saving equipment upgrades for businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Ontario, Canada

About Save on Energy (SOE)

What is the mission of Save on Energy (SOE)?

To help Ontarians use energy wisely at home and at work by providing incentives and resources that make energy-efficiency projects more affordable, while raising awareness about ways to reduce energy waste in everyday life.

What type of organization is Save on Energy (SOE)?

Save on Energy (SOE) is a Government agency.

When was Save on Energy (SOE) founded?

Save on Energy (SOE) was founded in 2011.

What is Save on Energy (SOE)'s official website?

Save on Energy (SOE)'s official website is https://www.saveonenergy.ca/.

What else should I know about Save on Energy (SOE)?

Rôle de Save on Energy dans l'écosystème du financement

Save on Energy est le programme phare d'efficacité énergétique de l'Ontario, administré par l'Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), un organisme provincial indépendant soutenu par le gouvernement de l'Ontario. Ce programme constitue l'une des ressources les plus rentables pour répondre aux besoins énergétiques de la province, avec un coût de seulement trois cents par kilowatt-heure.

Programmes de financement offerts

Le programme Home Renovation Savings offre des rabais substantiels pour les améliorations écoénergétiques : 600 $ pour l'évaluation énergétique résidentielle, jusqu'à 7 700 $ pour l'isolation, jusqu'à 12 000 $ pour les thermopompes géothermiques, 10 000 $ pour les panneaux solaires et le stockage par batterie, et 200 $ pour les appareils électroménagers certifiés ENERGY STAR. Le programme XLerate soutient les entreprises industrielles et commerciales de grande taille pour des projets d'efficacité énergétique à grande échelle. Les communautés des Premières Nations peuvent bénéficier du Community Building Retrofit Program avec jusqu'à 330 000 $ de financement.

Publics accompagnés et impact

Depuis 2011, Save on Energy a soutenu plus de 400 000 maisons et entreprises dans tous les secteurs de l'Ontario, économisant près de 19 TWh d'électricité, soit l'équivalent de la consommation d'une ville de la taille d'Ottawa pendant plus de deux ans.