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Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program - British Columbia - Canada
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Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program

Supports renewable and clean energy projects in remote communities
New Relationship Trust
Municipality of North Cowichan
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 4,000,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : November 29, 2024
Location
British Columbia, Canada

Overview

This program offers non-repayable funding to support clean energy projects in remote communities, with maximum funding amounts of up to $95,000 for community energy planning, up to $500,000 for demand side management, and up to $4,000,000 for renewable energy generation. It aims to reduce reliance on diesel fuel for electricity and promote renewable energy initiatives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 4,000,000 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : November 29, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • British Columbia
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Environment
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Provincial

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

First Nations and remote communities relying on diesel fuel for electricity generation

Contacts

cedr@nrtf.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) 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 Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program?

This program offers non-repayable funding to support clean energy projects in remote communities, with maximum funding amounts of up to $95,000 for community energy planning, up to $500,000 for demand side management, and up to $4,000,000 for renewable energy generation. It aims to reduce reliance on diesel fuel for electricity and promote renewable energy initiatives.

How much funding can be received?

Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program Funds up to $4,000,000 of admissible expenses.

Who can I contact for more information about the Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program?

You can contact New Relationship Trust by email at cedr@nrtf.ca.

Where is the Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program available?

The Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program program is available the province of British Columbia.

Is the Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program?

Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR) Program is funded by New Relationship Trust, Municipality of North Cowichan

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