
Business Energy Rebates
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
NS, Canada
Rebates on energy efficiency equipment in Nova Scotia
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Grant and Funding
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- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
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- Efficiency Nova Scotia
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Get rebates to help cover the costs of buying energy efficient business equipment.
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The Business Energy Rebates program offers financial incentives for businesses to integrate energy-efficient heating solutions which can significantly reduce heating costs and support environmental sustainability. Eligible projects focus on upgrading current systems to more energy-efficient options that can provide long-term savings.
- Installation of High Efficiency Air Source Heat Pumps for space heating and cooling.
- Implementation of Ground/Water Source Heat Pumps to utilize constant underground temperatures.
- Application of HVAC Hotel Occupancy Sensors to optimize energy use in unoccupied rooms.
- Installation of Integrated Dual Enthalpy Economizer Controls for air cooling cost reduction.
- Deployment of Advanced Rooftop Controls for improved indoor air quality and reduced HVAC run times.
- Integration of Electric Thermal Storage Units to ensure consistent and reliable heating.
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$ 4,000
Implement ground/water source heat pumps in a gym center
$ 4,000
Introduce advanced rooftop controls in a manufacturing plant
$ 4,000
Install integrated dual enthalpy economizer controls in an office building
$ 4,000
Install electric thermal storage units in a residential tower
$ 4,000
Install high efficiency air source heat pumps in a bakery
$ 4,000
Install HVAC hotel occupancy sensors in a boutique hotel
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Eligibility for this rebate program requires businesses to fulfill certain criteria related to heating solutions and energy efficiency upgrades.
- The business must be located in Nova Scotia.
- The business must install high-efficiency heating solutions such as air source heat pumps, ground/water source heat pumps, or other specified efficient systems.
- Applicants must apply for rebates through the official channels provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
- The installed systems should aim to reduce heating costs and energy consumption.
- The business should engage a qualified local professional contractor for the installation.
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This grant provides rebates for businesses seeking to improve their energy efficiency through the adoption of specified heating technologies. There is no explicit enumeration of evaluation and selection criteria in the provided context.
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Some types of businesses are not eligible for this grant. These include:
- Residential properties
- Non-commercial entities
- Businesses not located in Nova Scotia
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This grant supports businesses in integrating energy-efficient heating solutions to reduce costs and improve environmental impact. Eligible projects focus on upgrading existing heating systems with innovative, efficient technologies.
- Installation of high-efficiency air source heat pumps to lower energy consumption and emissions.
- Upgrading to ground or water source heat pumps for consistent and efficient heating and cooling.
- Implementation of HVAC hotel occupancy sensors for optimizing energy use based on room occupancy.
- Adoption of integrated dual enthalpy economizer controls to reduce air cooling costs.
- Upgrading with advanced rooftop controls to improve efficiency in ventilation and air quality management.
- Incorporating electric thermal storage units to ensure reliable heat supply and enhance compatibility with heat pumps.
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This grant is managed by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which suggests that it may be available primarily to businesses located within Nova Scotia, Canada.
- Businesses operating within Nova Scotia.
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Efficiency Nova Scotia offers rebates for energy efficient heating solutions to businesses. The evaluation and selection criteria for the grant include:
- Demonstration of energy savings potential
- Evidence of cost effectiveness
- Compliance with program guidelines
- Installation by qualified contractors
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Rebates are processed promptly, often appreciated by past applicants.
- Testimonials from past applicants highlight significant savings and benefits post-installation.
- Efficiency Nova Scotia actively promotes the use of qualified local contractors for project execution.
- Rebates vary depending on the type and tonnage of the equipment being installed.
- Applicants can find local contractors through Efficiency Nova Scotia's directory to assist with the installation of energy-efficient solutions.
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1-877-999-6035
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