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Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits
Supports energy efficiency upgrades for non-residential facilities in Nova Scotia
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 750,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
The Efficiency Nova Scotia Custom Energy Retrofits program offers up to $750,000 per project to support non-residential and farm operations in conducting energy efficiency studies and implementing technical upgrades in their facilities. Eligible activities include feasibility and scoping studies, as well as customized retrofits targeting electrical energy savings and demand reduction through measures such as HVAC, refrigeration, and renewables.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Higher Education
- Other Education
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Nursing Homes
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementation of customized energy-saving upgrades in non-residential, institutional, non-profit, commercial, or industrial facilities.
- Integration of building system improvements such as HVAC, refrigeration, compressed air, motors, motor controls, or renewable energy technologies to reduce energy consumption.
- Projects focused on achieving measurable reductions in electrical energy use or utility peak demand.
- Retrofit projects that provide significant annual electricity savings through tailored technical modifications.
- Group projects across multiple smaller facilities (e.g., schools) to achieve combined energy efficiency results.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Institutional organizations
- Non-profit organizations
- Commercial businesses (including multi-unit residential facilities)
- Industrial facilities
- Farm operations
Who is not eligible
- Residential customers (individuals and homeowners not operating a business or farm)
- Organizations not served directly or indirectly by Nova Scotia Power Inc.
Eligible expenses
- Engineering costs (consultant or in-house staff) related to approved studies or projects
- Equipment purchase and delivery costs for approved measures
- Installation and commissioning labour directly tied to eligible retrofits
Eligible geographic areas
- Facilities served directly or indirectly by Nova Scotia Power Inc., located in Nova Scotia.
Additional information
- Sales tax is not considered an eligible cost for reimbursement.
- Incentive payments are dependent on measurement and verification (M&V) of energy savings.
- If verified savings are under 85% of what was estimated, the final incentive may be prorated.
- Processing of documentation and payment may take up to two months depending on resource availability.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits. 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 — Custom Energy Retrofits?
The Efficiency Nova Scotia Custom Energy Retrofits program offers up to $750,000 per project to support non-residential and farm operations in conducting energy efficiency studies and implementing technical upgrades in their facilities. Eligible activities include feasibility and scoping studies, as well as customized retrofits targeting electrical energy savings and demand reduction through measures such as HVAC, refrigeration, and renewables.
How much funding can be received?
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $750,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits program?
To be eligible for the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits program, you must:
Must be a non-residential customer or farm operation
Facility must be institutional, non-profit, commercial (including multi-unit residential), or industrial
Facility must be served directly or indirectly by Nova Scotia Power Inc.
What expenses are eligible under Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits?
Implementation of customized energy-saving upgrades in non-residential, institutional, non-profit, commercial, or industrial facilities.
Integration of building system improvements such as HVAC, refrigeration, compressed air, motors, motor controls, or renewable energy technologies to reduce energy consumption.
Projects focused on achieving measurable reductions in electrical energy use or utility peak demand.
Retrofit projects that provide significant annual electricity savings through tailored technical modifications.
Group projects across multiple smaller facilities (e.g., schools) to achieve combined energy efficiency results.
Where is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits available?
The Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits?
Efficiency Nova Scotia — Custom Energy Retrofits is funded by Efficiency Nova Scotia