How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Agriculture Program?

Efficiency Nova Scotia — Agriculture Program is funded by Efficiency Nova Scotia

What are Efficiency Nova Scotia — Agriculture Program's eligibility criterias?

Open to agricultural businesses such as dairy farmers and greenhouse growers. Businesses seeking to reduce costs and increase yield through energy-efficient upgrades.

Efficiency Nova Scotia — Agriculture Program

Last Update: January 25, 2025

NS, Canada

Energy-efficient rebates for agricultural businesses reducing costs

Efficiency Nova Scotia — Agriculture Program at a glance

Eligible Funding

Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

Efficiency Nova Scotia

Program status

Open

Overview of the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Agriculture Program program

The Efficiency Nova Scotia Agriculture Program provides rebates up to $2,000 to support agricultural businesses in Nova Scotia with energy-efficient upgrades, focusing on high-quality equipment like heating pads, lighting, and refrigeration to lower costs and improve efficiency. Eligible activities include product upgrades for dairy farms and greenhouses, aiming to cut energy consumption and enhance yields.

Financing terms and conditions

The Efficiency Nova Scotia Agriculture Program facilitates energy efficiency enhancements through a variety of rebate and financing options. These modalities are designed to help agricultural businesses implement cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions.

Rebates available up to $1,400 for energy efficient agricultural technology upgrades such as heating pads and dairy fans.
Lighting rebates up to $500 for upgrades to indoor and outdoor LED technologies and lighting control systems.
Refrigeration rebates up to $2,000 for efficient equipment, including air economizers and cooler covers.
Business Energy Rebates offering up to 50% off on product upgrades with interest-free financing options.

Eligible projects & activities

The Efficiency Nova Scotia Agriculture Program offers a range of initiatives aimed at helping agricultural businesses improve energy efficiency. Eligible projects include upgrades to specific equipment and systems to reduce energy consumption and costs.

Energy efficient product upgrades such as heating pads and dairy fans.
Lighting upgrades utilizing indoor and outdoor LED technologies and lighting controls.
Refrigeration equipment upgrades including air economizers, controllers, and cooler covers.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 25,000

Implement a digital literacy initiative for seniors

$ 28,000

Create a sustainable urban agriculture program

$ 24,000

Create a local food distribution network

$ 28,000

Launch an inclusive arts program for youth

$ 35,000

Establish a tech innovation hub for startups

$ 30,000

Develop renewable energy solutions for urban areas

Eligibility criteria of the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Agriculture Program program

Eligibility for this program is open to specific agricultural businesses seeking improvements in energy efficiency.

The applicant must be an agricultural business, such as a dairy farmer or greenhouse grower.
The applicant must be seeking to reduce costs and boost yield through energy-efficient upgrades.

Eligible expenses

The program covers rebates on energy efficient product upgrades aimed at enhancing energy savings.

Energy efficient product upgrades such as heating pads and dairy fans.
Energy efficient lighting upgrades including indoor and outdoor LED technologies and lighting control systems.
Energy efficient refrigeration equipment such as air economizers, controllers, and cooler covers.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to agricultural facilities within Nova Scotia. Efficiency Nova Scotia targets these locations to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs for businesses in the agricultural sector.

Agricultural facilities located within the Province of Nova Scotia.
Businesses registered and operating in rural areas across Nova Scotia.

How to apply to the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Agriculture Program program

Contact for Assistance

If you have any questions about eligibility or the application process, reach out through the contact form, email, or call 1-877-999-6035.
Get in touch with the dedicated energy manager for agriculture to discuss your project or goals.

Project Review and Guidance

Share details of your project to receive step-by-step guidance on how to enhance energy efficiency.
Work with Efficiency Nova Scotia to identify suitable programs and rebates that match your needs.

Review Rebate Guide

Examine the Commercial Agricultural Rebate Guide for specific product requirements and available rebates.

Fill the Application Worksheet

Complete the Commercial Agricultural Rebate Worksheet to organize your application details.

Submit Application

Send your completed application and required documents as directed by Efficiency Nova Scotia.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for the Agriculture Program:

Rebates are applicable for energy efficient system upgrades that reduce operational energy use.
Heating pads are highlighted as a substantial cost-saving measure due to their efficiency.
Lighting systems upgrades focus strongly on adopting LED technologies to improve efficiency.
Refrigeration system improvements include consideration of new equipment like air economizers and controllers.
Interest-free financing is available to assist businesses in managing costs associated with energy-efficient upgrades.
Guidance is provided through dedicated energy managers to assist in optimizing energy projects without impacting seasonal operations.
A commercial agricultural rebate guide and worksheet are available to assist with applications.

Contact Efficiency Nova Scotia

1-877-999-6035

Apply to this program

Tax incentive encouraging investment in innovative Nova Scotia businesses