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Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program
Funding for anaerobic digestor feasibility studies
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 300,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial support for feasibility studies for anaerobic digestor projects in New Brunswick, with up to $300,000 available for agricultural producers. It supports technical, economic, regulatory, environmental, and social studies that help advance project development and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Up to 95% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Feasibility studies for anaerobic digestor projects in New Brunswick
- Technical feasibility and connection to the natural gas or electricity grid
- Economic, market, regulatory, legal, environmental, and social impact studies
- Assessment of feedstock management and impacts on agricultural operations
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Supporting documents outlining the study and relevant details
- Invoices
- Proof of payment
- Financial or final report, if required
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profit incorporated organizations
- Municipalities
- Regional Service Commissions
- First Nations
- Agricultural producers established in New Brunswick
Eligible expenses
- Consultant fees
- Environmental impact assessments
- Rental or use of equipment or software
- Travel directly related to the study
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before application submission or after the study end date
- Land, real estate, easements, rights of way, and equipment purchases or rentals
- Licensed vehicles, wages and salaries, debt reduction, fundraising, legal fees, and interest charges
- Volunteer labour, in-kind contributions, hospitality, and non-study-related expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Selection criteria
- Project benefits and value for the province or region
- Project viability and likelihood of completion as planned
- Project sustainability after completion
- Applicant viability, including operational and financial stability
- Applicant capacity to manage and finance the study
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the proposal
- Complete the application form.
- Gather supporting documents describing the study and the relevant criteria.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Non-profit organizations, municipalities, Regional Service Commissions, and First Nations submit directly to the Regional Development Corporation.
- Agricultural producers submit directly to the Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries.
- Step 3: Review and assessment
- The application is reviewed by the program administrators and technical partners, if needed.
- Applications that are sufficiently detailed and compliant are considered for funding.
- Step 4: Decision and approval
- Initiatives from non-profit organizations, municipalities, Regional Service Commissions, and First Nations are approved by the President of the Regional Development Corporation.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Regional Development Corporation and technical partners, or by the Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries for agricultural producers.
- Submissions are assessed against the program’s eligibility and evaluation criteria.
- Projects may also receive a sector review from the relevant department, if needed.
- Funding for non-profit organizations, municipalities, Regional Service Commissions, and First Nations is approved by the President of the Regional Development Corporation.
- Approved applicants are paid by reimbursement under the program’s payment procedures.
Additional information
- Applications must be prepared using the application form and supporting documents.
- Projects must be completed within the fiscal year in which they are approved.
- Approved funding is paid by reimbursement after eligible costs are claimed with invoices and proof of payment.
- Payments are made by direct deposit only.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program Program
What is the Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program?
This program provides financial support for feasibility studies for anaerobic digestor projects in New Brunswick, with up to $300,000 available for agricultural producers. It supports technical, economic, regulatory, environmental, and social studies that help advance project development and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
How much funding can be received?
Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program Funds up to 95% of admissible expenses, capped at $300,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program program?
To be eligible for the Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program program, you must:
Eligible organizations or agricultural producers
Project must be in New Brunswick
Application must follow funding guidelines
What expenses are eligible under Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program?
Feasibility studies for anaerobic digestor projects in New Brunswick
Technical feasibility and connection to the natural gas or electricity grid
Economic, market, regulatory, legal, environmental, and social impact studies
Assessment of feedstock management and impacts on agricultural operations
Who can I contact for more information about the Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program?
You can contact Government of New Brunswick by email at Karen.Harper@gnb.ca.
Where is the Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program available?
The Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Anaerobic Digestor Feasibility Studies Funding Program is a Grant and Funding