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Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund - NS - Canada

Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund

Last Update: July 22, 2025
NS, Canada
Supports energy efficiency and innovation in Nova Scotia fisheries

Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund at a glance

Eligible Funding
  • Max. $250,000
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
  • Unspecified
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
Grant Providers
  • Efficiency Nova Scotia
Program status
Open

Overview of the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund program

The Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund offers non-repayable grants of up to $250,000 to support innovative projects that increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Nova Scotia’s fisheries and aquaculture sectors. Eligible activities include electrification, renewable energy adoption, operational efficiency upgrades, and sector-wide studies.

Eligible projects & activities

  • Adoption of renewable energy solutions such as solar, wind, geothermal, or biofuel systems for fisheries and aquaculture operations.
  • Transitioning vessels and support vehicles to electric or hybrid technologies, including installation of charging infrastructure.
  • Implementation of operational efficiencies through advanced energy monitoring, equipment upgrades, and facility retrofits to reduce energy consumption.
  • Conducting studies that enable future projects in electrification, renewable energy, or operational efficiency across the fisheries sector.

Eligibility criteria of the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Fisheries and Aquaculture Energy Efficiency Innovation Fund program

Who is eligible?

  • Aquaculture businesses in Nova Scotia holding a valid licence and lease from the Nova Scotia Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture
  • Commercial fish harvesters/businesses operating in Nova Scotia with a valid licence from the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans
  • Fish buying or processing businesses registered and licensed in Nova Scotia
  • Businesses or organizations registered in Nova Scotia that directly support the commercial fisheries and aquaculture industries

Who is not eligible

  • No specific company types or industries are explicitly listed as ineligible for this program in the available documentation.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Nova Scotia

Contact Efficiency Nova Scotia

faeeif@efficiencyns.ca
18779996035
Apply to this program

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