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Commercial Energy Audit Program
Incentives for commercial energy audits
Funding available
$ 12,500
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
This program offers financial incentives for commercial building energy audits up to a maximum of $12,500. It supports ASHRAE Level 2 and Level 3 audits, along with related technical support and eligible travel disbursements.
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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 : 12,500 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Manitoba
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
- Commercial energy audits at eligible buildings
- ASHRAE Level 2 energy audits
- ASHRAE Level 3 energy audits
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Building site details
- Applicant contact information
- Draft Energy Audit Report
- Final Energy Audit Report and paid invoice
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial building owners
- Building owner representatives
Eligible expenses
- Energy audit costs for ASHRAE Level 2 or Level 3 audits
- Reasonable auditor travel disbursements, including hotel, mileage, and airfare within Manitoba
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Industrial process load audits outside ASHRAE Level 2 and 3 scope
- Work started before application approval
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Selection criteria
- Alignment with program requirements
- Draft report review and approval by Efficiency Manitoba
- Final deliverables accepted before payment
How to apply
- Step 1: Submit online application
- Apply through the program portal.
- Application must be submitted by the building owner or a designated representative.
- Step 2: Receive approval and choose a consultant
- Wait for approval by email.
- Log into myEM and select a pre-qualified energy auditor.
- Step 3: Complete the energy audit
- Carry out the audit once approved.
- Upload the Draft Energy Audit Report through myEM.
- Step 4: Review and submit final deliverables
- Review the draft report with the program team.
- Upload the signed Final Energy Audit Report, meeting minutes, and paid invoice through myEM.
- Step 5: Receive the incentive
- Payment is issued after deliverables are reviewed and approved.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed by Efficiency Manitoba
- Approval is sent by email
- Draft Energy Audit Report is reviewed before final approval
- Final deliverables are approved before payment is issued
- Incentive is paid to the specified payee
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Commercial Energy Audit Program Program
What is the Commercial Energy Audit Program?
This program offers financial incentives for commercial building energy audits up to a maximum of $12,500. It supports ASHRAE Level 2 and Level 3 audits, along with related technical support and eligible travel disbursements.
How much funding can be received?
Commercial Energy Audit Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $12,500 per project.
Who is eligible for the Commercial Energy Audit Program program?
To be eligible for the Commercial Energy Audit Program program, you must:
Commercial building use
ASHRAE Level 2 or 3 audit
Pre-qualified consultant required
What expenses are eligible under Commercial Energy Audit Program?
Commercial energy audits at eligible buildings
ASHRAE Level 2 energy audits
ASHRAE Level 3 energy audits
Who can I contact for more information about the Commercial Energy Audit Program?
You can contact Efficiency Manitoba by email at EnergyTeam@efficiencymb.ca or by phone at 204 944-8181.
Where is the Commercial Energy Audit Program available?
The Commercial Energy Audit Program program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Commercial Energy Audit Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Commercial Energy Audit Program is a Grant and Funding