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Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
BC Hydro offers funding to help businesses upgrade equipment and improve energy efficiency. The program supports self-serve incentives, custom project incentives, solar panel and battery storage rebates, and business energy-saving incentives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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
- Energy efficiency upgrades at business facilities.
- Lighting upgrades and small compressed air upgrades.
- Custom projects that save energy, reduce demand, or support electrification.
- Solar panel and battery storage installations connected to the grid.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industrial customers
- Large commercial customers
- Commercial and small industrial sites
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Additional information
- BC Hydro offers several incentive streams under this program.
- A business help desk is available for questions.
- An online incentive application hub is referenced.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program. 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 Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program?
BC Hydro offers funding to help businesses upgrade equipment and improve energy efficiency. The program supports self-serve incentives, custom project incentives, solar panel and battery storage rebates, and business energy-saving incentives.
Who is eligible for the Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program program?
To be eligible for the Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program program, you must:
BC Hydro business customer
Energy upgrade project
Meets stream requirements
What expenses are eligible under Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program?
Energy efficiency upgrades at business facilities.
Lighting upgrades and small compressed air upgrades.
Custom projects that save energy, reduce demand, or support electrification.
Solar panel and battery storage installations connected to the grid.
Who can I contact for more information about the Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program?
You can contact BC Hydro (BCH) by email at industrial@bchydro.com or by phone at 604 522 4713.
Where is the Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program available?
The Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program?
Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program is funded by BC Hydro (BCH)