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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
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Beneficial Management Practices 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 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