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Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization

Funding for building recommissioning studies
Efficiency Nova Scotia
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada

Overview

This program provides up to $5,000 to cover 100% of an investigation study for building recommissioning. It supports existing commercial, industrial, institutional, and charitable buildings through low-cost operational improvements and energy-saving measures.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Increase operational productivity
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
  • Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Nova Scotia
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Recommissioning of existing buildings.
  • Review of building systems to identify issues and operational improvements.
  • Implementation of low-cost, low-risk energy-saving measures.

Documents Needed

  • Completed Building Optimization Investigation Application.
  • Company and contact information.
  • Facility information and building system details.
  • Building occupancy schedule and operating hours.
  • Signed agreement confirming the terms and conditions.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Institutional facilities
  • Charitable facilities
  • Commercial facilities
  • Industrial facilities

Eligible expenses

  • Investigation study costs for identifying recommissioning opportunities.
  • Templates, guidelines, and test equipment provided for the study.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Projects focused on non-electric energy savings.
  • Equipment purchases or installation before the Custom Project Agreement is signed.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Nova Scotia

Processing and Agreement

  • Eligibility is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
  • Applicants must work with a contractor to prepare the application.
  • A Custom Project Agreement must be signed before equipment is purchased or installed.
  • Incentives are paid after the project measures are implemented and Measurement & Verification is completed.

Additional information

  • Other funding or incentives may be considered in the analysis.
  • The program only supports electricity reduction.
  • New applications will be considered for funding in 2027 and beyond.

Contacts

cicustom@efficiencyns.ca
1-877-999-6035

Frequently Asked Questions about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization?

This program provides up to $5,000 to cover 100% of an investigation study for building recommissioning. It supports existing commercial, industrial, institutional, and charitable buildings through low-cost operational improvements and energy-saving measures.

How much funding can be received?

Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization program?

To be eligible for the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization program, you must: Nova Scotia facility Functioning BAS required Not recommissioned recently

What expenses are eligible under Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization?

Recommissioning of existing buildings. Review of building systems to identify issues and operational improvements. Implementation of low-cost, low-risk energy-saving measures.

Who can I contact for more information about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization?

You can contact Efficiency Nova Scotia by email at cicustom@efficiencyns.ca or by phone at 1-877-999-6035.

Where is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization available?

The Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Efficiency Nova Scotia — Building Optimization is a Grant and Funding

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