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Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP)
Free energy upgrades for income-qualified homes
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
ECAP provides free home energy evaluations and energy-saving upgrades for income-qualified households. The program can include advice, product installation, and home improvements such as insulation, draftproofing, and heating system upgrades.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Free home energy evaluation
- Energy advice from an energy coach
- Installation of energy-saving products and home upgrades
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Proof of income for household members 18 and older
- Landlord Consent Form, if renting
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residential electricity customers
- Income-qualified households
- Homeowners and renters in eligible homes
Who is not eligible
- Apartment units
- Homes with other heating fuel types
Eligible expenses
- Free installation of energy-saving products
- Home-improvement upgrades such as insulation and draftproofing
- Heat pump, air conditioner, and related equipment upgrades where eligible
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Apartment units
- Homes with other heating fuel types
- Electrical heat pump upgrades outside the stated home types
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- Household income must be below the program maximum
- Home type and heating system must meet program rules
- Current assessed home value may be considered
- Upgrades depend on home characteristics and program criteria
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out and sign the program application form.
- Include the landlord consent form if you rent.
- Attach proof of income for household members 18 and older.
- Step 2: Send the application
- Email or mail the completed form to the correct program office for your electricity provider.
- Step 3: Wait for review
- The program will contact you if you qualify.
- A time will be arranged to review your home’s energy use.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed after submission
- Applicants are contacted within six weeks if they qualify
- A home energy review visit is scheduled after qualification
- Additional visits may follow to complete installations
Additional information
- Proof of income is required.
- Landlord consent is required for renters.
- Applicants may be contacted within six weeks.
- Program quality assurance calls may occur.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) Program
What is the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP)?
ECAP provides free home energy evaluations and energy-saving upgrades for income-qualified households. The program can include advice, product installation, and home improvements such as insulation, draftproofing, and heating system upgrades.
Who is eligible for the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) program?
To be eligible for the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) program, you must:
Residential electricity account
Income-qualified household
Eligible home type
What expenses are eligible under Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP)?
Free home energy evaluation
Energy advice from an energy coach
Installation of energy-saving products and home upgrades
Who can I contact for more information about the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP)?
You can contact FortisBC by email at ecap@fortisbc.com or by phone at 1-855-909-2331.
Where is the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) available?
The Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP)?
Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) is funded by FortisBC, Warm Hearts Charitable Foundation