How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $250000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Business Rebate Program?

Business Rebate Program is funded by NB Power

What are Business Rebate Program's eligibility criterias?

Must be classified under Small Industrial, General Service 1, or General Service 2 Rate Schedule (or similar rate class if not with NB Power) Must be located in New Brunswick Must have authorization to approve installation at project site

Business Rebate Program

Last Update: July 22, 2025

NB, Canada

Supports business energy efficiency upgrades in New Brunswick

Business Rebate Program at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $250,000
Up to 25% of project cost

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Utilities
Construction
Manufacturing
Wholesale trade
Retail trade
Transportation and warehousing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Accommodation and food services
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Grant Providers

NB Power

Status

Open

Overview of the Business Rebate Program program

The Business Rebate Program provides up to 25% back on eligible project costs, with a lifetime cap of $250,000 per project site, to help businesses in New Brunswick invest in energy-efficient products and equipment. The program supports activities such as lighting, HVAC, motors, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment upgrades that reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.

Financing terms and conditions

Rebate covers 25% of eligible project costs.
Maximum lifetime cap is $250,000 per eligible project site.
Incentives are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are depleted.

Eligible projects & activities

Upgrading lighting, heating, cooling, and ventilation systems to more energy efficient models in business facilities.
Renovating commercial kitchens with energy-saving equipment.
Implementing high-efficiency water heating systems.
Modernizing refrigeration systems to reduce energy use.
Adopting advanced motor and control technologies to improve overall facility energy efficiency.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 32,500

Replacing all fluorescent lighting with high-efficiency LED fixtures

$ 44,500

Upgrading walk-in coolers in local grocery with efficient refrigeration

$ 70,000

Installing high-efficiency boilers and digital controls in school facility

$ 21,500

Modernizing a commercial bakery with energy-efficient kitchen upgrades

$ 23,750

Installing variable frequency drives on motors in local sawmill

$ 53,750

Retrofitting small business HVAC with high-efficiency heat pumps

Eligibility criteria of the Business Rebate Program program

Applicant must own or operate a business located in New Brunswick.
Business must be classified under Small Industrial, General Service 1, or General Service 2 Rate Schedules; agricultural buildings (including farms) and places of worship are also eligible.
Applicant must have authorization to approve installation of equipment at the project site.
The project must involve the replacement of existing equipment with approved energy-efficient products that reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
Pre-approval from the program is required before starting any project or incurring costs.

Who is eligible?

Small industrial businesses in New Brunswick
Businesses under General Service 1 or General Service 2 rate schedules
Agricultural businesses, including farms
Places of worship
Businesses in New Brunswick with similar utility rate classes as specified above

Who is not eligible

Buildings owned by the federal government.
Customers classified under the Large Industrial Rate Schedule.

Eligible expenses

External project management costs.
Purchase and installation of approved energy-efficient equipment.
Disposal and decommissioning of replaced equipment.
Project inspections required for legal or regulatory compliance.
Shipping, delivery, duties, and costs related to getting equipment to the project site.
Consultant fees directly involved in project design, selection, purchase, and installation, including professional, engineering, scientific, technical, management, contracting, and employee training services.
Additional study costs or other costs pre-approved by NB Power.

Eligible geographic areas

Businesses located within New Brunswick.

Eligibility criteria of the Business Rebate Program program

Obtaining prior mandatory approval before the project's start or any incurred expenses.
Compliance with the multi-step procedure, including the submission of the online form, the development of the project plan, the request for pre-approval, and the request for payment after the completion of the work.
Complete submission of required documents, including the submission of supporting documents for reimbursement.

How to apply to the Business Rebate Program program

Step 1: Apply Online
- Complete the online registration form at the designated website.
- Have your electric utility account number available to finalize the application.
- Contact NB Power for support if needed (phone or email provided on the program's official site).
Step 2: Develop Project Scope
- Define the description of work and obtain supporting quotes for the estimated cost of the proposed project.
- Ensure all proposed work and equipment align with program requirements.
- Contact program staff if clarification is needed.
Step 3: Obtain Project Pre-Approval
- Receive a pre-approval form from NB Power after project scope submission.
- Complete and submit the pre-approval form as instructed.
- Do not begin any project work or incur costs until official pre-approval is granted by NB Power program staff.
- A pre-project site visit may be required before approval.
Step 4: Implement the Project
- Upon receiving written pre-approval, commence with the purchase and installation of approved equipment as outlined in your project scope.
Step 5: Submit Incentive Claim
- Once project work is complete, submit all required incentive claim documentation to NB Power.
- A post-project site visit may be requested for verification purposes.
Step 6: Receive Incentive Payment
- After review and approval of your claim, NB Power will process the incentive payment by direct deposit or e-Transfer, typically within 60 days.

Additional information

Incentives are offered on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are depleted.
The program offers a lifetime cap of $250,000 per eligible project site.
Direct deposit or e-Transfer options are available for incentive payments.
A free energy walk-through is available to identify energy savings opportunities.

Contact NB Power

BRP-PRE@nbpower.com

1-800-663-6272

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