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Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program
Supports Nova Scotia farms adopting energy-efficient practices
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
The program provides up to 50% of total project costs, to a maximum of $30,000 per project, for farms in Nova Scotia. It supports sustainable and energy-efficient farm projects, including energy source switching, equipment upgrades, and custom energy efficiency measures.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Optimize production processes
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 30,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Black Canadians
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Energy-efficient upgrades on farms in Nova Scotia
- On-farm energy source switching and storage projects
- Solar and battery projects on farms
- Custom projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Official detailed quote broken out by line item
- Technical specification sheet for new equipment
- Recent energy bills, if applicable
- Description of additional non-energy benefits
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Nova Scotia farms registered under the Farm Registration Act
- Individuals, partnerships, corporations, and co-operatives
- Mi’kmaq Nova Scotians and Mi’kmaw communities in Nova Scotia
- Other under-represented communities farming in Nova Scotia
Who is not eligible
- Projects using used equipment
- Projects that have already started work or purchased equipment
- Projects with total costs of $60,000 or more, excluding HST
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and installation of new energy-efficient equipment
- On-farm energy switching and storage systems
- Upgrades to farm equipment used for biomass collection, processing, biogas, or biofuel generation
- Custom energy efficiency measures that reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Used equipment
- Projects that have already started implementation
- Projects with total costs of $60,000 or more, excluding HST
- Projects stacked with other provincial government funding
Eligible geographic areas
- Nova Scotia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission, and an Energy Manager contacts successful applicants with next steps.
- If approved, a claim form is provided for the completed project.
- Projects may be selected for quality assurance review within 12 months after completion.
- Site visits may be required to verify installation.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted from the applicant’s email address as written in the application.
- Program guidelines, application form, and terms and conditions are available for download.
- Energy Managers can assist with application completion and next steps.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program Program
What is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program?
The program provides up to 50% of total project costs, to a maximum of $30,000 per project, for farms in Nova Scotia. It supports sustainable and energy-efficient farm projects, including energy source switching, equipment upgrades, and custom energy efficiency measures.
How much funding can be received?
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program program?
To be eligible for the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program program, you must:
Nova Scotian farms registered under the Farm Registration Act
Applicants must be at least 19 years old and actively farming
What expenses are eligible under Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program?
Energy-efficient upgrades on farms in Nova Scotia
On-farm energy source switching and storage projects
Solar and battery projects on farms
Custom projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Who can I contact for more information about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program?
You can contact Efficiency Nova Scotia by email at agriculture@efficiencyns.ca or by phone at 1-877-999-6035.
Where is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program available?
The Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices Program is a Grant and Funding