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Community Energy Conservation Program
Municipal energy rebates for facilities
Latest source updateLast Update: May 1, 2026Latest change: The Community Energy Conservation Program is now shown as inactive, with applications closed April 30, 2026, and several application resource links removed.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Latest change: The Community Energy Conservation Program is now shown as inactive, with applications closed April 30, 2026, and several application resource links removed.
CEC program status and application steps updated
The Community Energy Conservation Program is now shown as inactive, and the application deadline is listed as April 30, 2026 with applications closed. Several application-related resources were removed, including the Expression of Interest form, the application form, and the program ally onboarding application form. No visible changes were made to funding amounts, eligibility, or the target audience.
Funding available
$ 500,000
Deadline
April 30, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
The Community Energy Conservation Program provided financial rebates to municipalities for energy saving work in municipally owned facilities. It supported energy audits and retrofit projects, including HVAC upgrades, lighting retrofits, motor and pump replacements, automation and control systems, and domestic hot water systems.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- $ 500,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Energy audits in municipally owned facilities
- Retrofit projects in municipally owned facilities
- HVAC upgrades, domestic hot water systems, lighting retrofits, motor and pump replacements, and automation and control systems
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- 12 months of utility energy and cost data
- Energy audit cost estimate or supporting audit documentation
- Equipment and installation quotes
- Equipment specification sheets and certification details
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses or organizations
- Non-profit organizations and agricultural societies owning and operating the facility
- Provincial or federal buildings on municipal land
- Private facilities
- New facilities less than 36 months old
Eligible expenses
- Pre-GST audit costs
- Pre-GST project costs for retrofit projects
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects in which construction work has started or materials have been ordered
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- Project eligibility and completeness of application
- Technical review of proposed energy and greenhouse gas savings
- Abatement rate and rebate level
- Case-by-case assessment for certain facilities and projects
How to apply
- Read the CEC Guidebook and download the resources
- Submit an Expression of Interest as the first non-committal step in the application process
- Meet with an MCCAC team member to discuss the project
- Submit an application
Processing and Agreement
- Your submission will be reviewed and you will be contacted by the MCCAC with additional information on the next steps to participating in the program.
- Municipalities must receive approval and sign a funding agreement before funding is reserved.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Energy Conservation Program Program
What is the Community Energy Conservation Program?
The Community Energy Conservation Program provided financial rebates to municipalities for energy saving work in municipally owned facilities. It supported energy audits and retrofit projects, including HVAC upgrades, lighting retrofits, motor and pump replacements, automation and control systems, and domestic hot water systems.
How much funding can be received?
Community Energy Conservation Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Energy Conservation Program program?
To be eligible for the Community Energy Conservation Program program, you must:
The applicant must be a municipality.
The project must support energy audits or retrofit projects in municipally owned facilities.
Other facilities may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
What expenses are eligible under Community Energy Conservation Program?
Energy audits in municipally owned facilities
Retrofit projects in municipally owned facilities
HVAC upgrades, domestic hot water systems, lighting retrofits, motor and pump replacements, and automation and control systems
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Energy Conservation Program?
You can contact Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC) by email at contact@mccac.ca or by phone at 780.433.4431.
Where is the Community Energy Conservation Program available?
The Community Energy Conservation Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Community Energy Conservation Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Energy Conservation Program is a Grant and Funding