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Climate and Economy Solutions Program
Funding for low-carbon project retrofits
Last Update: June 10, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Climate and Economy Solutions Program supports projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and advance Manitoba’s low-carbon economy. It funds retrofit, efficiency, vehicle conversion, and self-generated renewable energy or fuel production projects, along with related project costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Stationary equipment retrofit projects for fuel switching to renewable energy sources
- Energy efficiency projects for stationary equipment using diesel, propane, or heating oil
- Vehicle retrofit projects converting internal combustion engines to electric
- Self-generated renewable energy and fuel production projects for own use
Documents Needed
- CESP Intake Form – Part A
- CESP Application – Part B
- Supporting information for merit evaluation
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Manitoba government entities
- Municipalities and municipal entities
- Indigenous recipients, including for-profit entities
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Canadian public sector bodies or boards, research and academic institutions, and for-profit businesses
Eligible expenses
- Salary and benefits for project-related staff
- Professional services, monitoring, audit, and reporting costs
- Materials, supplies, printing, and distribution
- Equipment and capital asset purchase or rental
- Contractors, training, and eligible taxes not reimbursable elsewhere
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs for cancelled or withdrawn projects
- Land, buildings, real estate, and most equipment leasing costs
- Financing charges, legal fees, and loan interest
- Taxes or other costs that are eligible for a rebate
- Costs incurred before April 1, 2025 or after March 31, 2029
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are screened for completeness, eligible activities, and funding rules.
- Eligible applications are evaluated on merit, including project risks, viability, GHG reductions, co-benefits, and net-zero alignment.
- Applicants are notified of the selection decision by email.
- Approved projects require a grant funding agreement before funding is awarded.
- Selection decisions are final and there is no appeal process.
Additional information
- Applicants should use the PDF intake and application forms available on Manitoba Grants Online.
- All forms are available in alternate formats.
- Applicants seeking funding for self-generated energy and fuel production projects are encouraged to contact the program manager before applying.
- Grant recipients’ names and project descriptions may be made public by Manitoba or Canada.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Climate and Economy Solutions Program Program
What is the Climate and Economy Solutions Program?
The Climate and Economy Solutions Program supports projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and advance Manitoba’s low-carbon economy. It funds retrofit, efficiency, vehicle conversion, and self-generated renewable energy or fuel production projects, along with related project costs.
Who is eligible for the Climate and Economy Solutions Program program?
To be eligible for the Climate and Economy Solutions Program program, you must:
Eligible recipient type in Manitoba
GHG-reduction project
Project located in Manitoba
What expenses are eligible under Climate and Economy Solutions Program?
Stationary equipment retrofit projects for fuel switching to renewable energy sources
Energy efficiency projects for stationary equipment using diesel, propane, or heating oil
Vehicle retrofit projects converting internal combustion engines to electric
Self-generated renewable energy and fuel production projects for own use
Who can I contact for more information about the Climate and Economy Solutions Program?
You can contact Manitoba Environment and Climate Change by email at MB_LCEF@gov.mb.ca or by phone at 204-945-7246.
Where is the Climate and Economy Solutions Program available?
The Climate and Economy Solutions Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Climate and Economy Solutions Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Climate and Economy Solutions Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Climate and Economy Solutions Program?
Climate and Economy Solutions Program is funded by Manitoba Environment and Climate Change