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Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P)

Incentives for reducing electricity use in commercial and institutional buildings
Efficiency Nova Scotia
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada

Overview

The Efficiency Nova Scotia Pay-for-Performance program provides financial incentives to institutional, not-for-profit, and commercial organizations that achieve at least a 10% reduction in annual electricity consumption through energy retrofits and efficiency upgrades. Eligible activities include a wide range of energy efficiency initiatives, covering both capital and non-capital measures, with incentives paid based on verified energy savings; the maximum funding amount is not specified.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 10% 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
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Housing
Target groups
  • Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Local
  • Municipal
  • Regional
  • Provincial

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Retrofitting buildings to achieve significant reductions in electricity consumption.
  • Implementing a combination of energy efficiency initiatives tailored to facility needs.
  • Conducting both capital and non-capital measures to improve overall energy performance.
  • Upgrading multiple facilities or buildings as part of a single project to achieve aggregate savings.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Institutional organizations
  • Not-for-profit organizations
  • Commercial customers (including multi-unit residential buildings)

Eligible expenses

  • Implementation costs for energy efficiency measures that result in electricity consumption reductions.
  • Expenses related to capital and non-capital upgrades that contribute to verified energy savings.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Facilities served directly or indirectly by Nova Scotia Power Inc. (Nova Scotia)

Additional information

  • Applicants must collaborate with an approved consultant from the Efficiency Preferred Partner (EPP) network.
  • Incentives are paid only upon verified achievement of at least a 10% reduction in electrical energy consumption.
  • Multiple buildings (up to five) can be combined to meet the program's minimum annual energy consumption requirement.
  • Exceptions to standard requirements may be considered at the discretion of Efficiency Nova Scotia.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P). 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 — Pay-for-Performance (P4P)?

The Efficiency Nova Scotia Pay-for-Performance program provides financial incentives to institutional, not-for-profit, and commercial organizations that achieve at least a 10% reduction in annual electricity consumption through energy retrofits and efficiency upgrades. Eligible activities include a wide range of energy efficiency initiatives, covering both capital and non-capital measures, with incentives paid based on verified energy savings; the maximum funding amount is not specified.

How much funding can be received?

Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P) Funds up to 10% of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P) program?

To be eligible for the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P) program, you must: Commercial or multi-unit residential customers served by Nova Scotia Power Inc. Annual energy consumption of at least 1,000,000 kWh (can combine up to 5 buildings) Must work with an approved consultant from the Efficiency Preferred Partner network

What expenses are eligible under Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P)?

Retrofitting buildings to achieve significant reductions in electricity consumption. Implementing a combination of energy efficiency initiatives tailored to facility needs. Conducting both capital and non-capital measures to improve overall energy performance. Upgrading multiple facilities or buildings as part of a single project to achieve aggregate savings.

Where is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P) available?

The Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P) program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Is the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P) is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P)?

Efficiency Nova Scotia — Pay-for-Performance (P4P) is funded by Efficiency Nova Scotia

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