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Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program
Financial incentives for energy efficiency in New Brunswick
Latest source updateLast Update: August 12, 2026Latest change: The program now shows updated incentive rules and a changed enquiry flow, including new guidance links for getting started.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 12, 2026
Latest change: The program now shows updated incentive rules and a changed enquiry flow, including new guidance links for getting started.
Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program updated
The Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program now shows updated incentive rules on the program and incentives pages, including up to 100% back for audit or feasibility study costs, $120 per GJ for electricity-saving projects up to $250,000 per fiscal year, and 25% back for non-electric upgrades capped at $1 million per entity. The enquiry form page was also changed: the visible form fields and questions were removed, and the page now functions mainly as a contact entry point. New guidance links were added to the program pages, including “Get started” and a new enquiry/contact link.
Funding available
$ 1,250,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Who can apply
Commercial or institutional buildings such as, but not limited to agricultural buildings, arenas, grocery stores, health care facilities, hotels, institutional buildings (colleges, hospitals, schools, universities, nursing homes), provincial buildings, office buildings, places of worship, recreational facilities, restaurants, retail buildings, stand-alone warehouses, water and wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations.
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Overview
The Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program provides up to $1.25 million in financial incentives to support energy efficiency upgrades in eligible commercial and institutional buildings in New Brunswick. The program covers activities such as energy audits, feasibility studies, and the implementation of proven 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
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,250,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Energy audits and feasibility studies for commercial buildings.
- Implementation of eligible energy-efficiency upgrades.
- Installation of proven measures that reduce electricity or non-electric fuel use.
Documents Needed
- Signed Program Agreement
- Statement of Work
- Request for Payment
- Direct Deposit Enrolment Form
- Proof of payment and supporting invoices
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial or institutional buildings such as, but not limited to agricultural buildings, arenas, grocery stores, health care facilities, hotels, institutional buildings (colleges, hospitals, schools, universities, nursing homes), provincial buildings, office buildings, places of worship, recreational facilities, restaurants, retail buildings, stand-alone warehouses, water and wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations.
- Municipally owned buildings.
- Multi-unit residential buildings that have 3 or more units.
- Mixed-use commercial/residential buildings, including houses that have been modified for commercial use.
- Multi-building/national accounts with similar building types such as franchisees, drug store chains, and food chains.
Who is not eligible
- Manufacturing facilities, including attached warehouses and facilities.
- Residential buildings such as houses, duplexes, and townhouses.
- Federally owned buildings.
Eligible expenses
- External project management costs.
- Purchase and installation of approved equipment.
- Removal or decommissioning of replaced equipment.
- Required inspections and delivery-related shipping, customs, and transport costs.
- Consulting and specialized services directly tied to project design and installation.
Selection criteria
- Funds are allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis, subject to available program budget.
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact an approved Energy Management Service Provider or Specialized Service Provider
- Schedule an energy audit or feasibility study.
- The provider prepares the report and submits the application on your behalf.
- Step 2: Return the Program Agreement
- Sign and send the Program Agreement included in the welcome kit.
- Submit proof of payment for the audit or study if required.
- Step 3: Submit the Statement of Work
- Choose the measures to be implemented from the audit or study.
- Complete and email the signed Statement of Work for approval.
- Step 4: Wait for approval and complete the work
- Do not begin work before written approval is received.
- Carry out the approved upgrades after approval.
- Step 5: Submit the Request for Payment
- Send the signed payment request with invoices and supporting documents.
- Include the direct deposit form if applicable.
Processing and Agreement
- NB Power reviews the application submitted on the participant’s behalf and emails a welcome kit.
- NB Power reviews the completed Statement of Work and provides notification of approval within 45 days.
- A member of NB Power's staff may perform a site visit to confirm the installation of the energy efficiency measures.
- After a technical review by NB Power, the Request for Payment is approved and sent for payment; this process can take up to 90 days.
- Once NB Power has approved the claim and invoices, the incentive for energy efficient upgrades will be issued within 60 days.
Additional information
- The participant is responsible for ensuring that the selected professional has the necessary training, credentials and experience suitable for their business.
- A FREE Energy Walk-Through is available to help identify quick hits for energy-efficient upgrades and possible rebates.
- The Technical Reference Manual provides details on how NB Power calculates energy savings for installation of eligible equipment.
- If a completed Direct Deposit Enrolment Form has not been received when the incentive is processed, a cheque will be issued to the mailing address on record.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program Program
What is the Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program?
The Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program provides up to $1.25 million in financial incentives to support energy efficiency upgrades in eligible commercial and institutional buildings in New Brunswick. The program covers activities such as energy audits, feasibility studies, and the implementation of proven energy-saving measures.
How much funding can be received?
Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,250,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program program?
To be eligible for the Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program program, you must:
The organization must own, manage, or lease an eligible building.
The building must be 2 years old or more and have a permanent address in New Brunswick.
A one-year utility bill summary or baseline and one month’s electricity bill are required.
What expenses are eligible under Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program?
Energy audits and feasibility studies for commercial buildings.
Implementation of eligible energy-efficiency upgrades.
Installation of proven measures that reduce electricity or non-electric fuel use.
Who can I contact for more information about the Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program?
You can contact Save Energy NB by email at CEES-SEEC@nbpower.com or by phone at 1-800-663-6272.
Where is the Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program available?
The Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program is a Grant and Funding