Environmental Solutions

To qualify for FCC's financing for environmental solutions, there are certain eligibility criteria you need to meet. Here are some general requirements: 1. You must be a farmer or business owner looking to make environmental upgrades to your operation. 2. You need to demonstrate a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. 3. Your project should align with FCC's environmental solutions goals, such as switching to renewable energy resources like solar, wind, biogas, or geothermal. 4. You must meet the credit and financial requirements set by FCC for the financing program. 5. You may also need to comply with any provincial or federal energy grants and incentives that apply to your project. These are general eligibility criteria, and specific requirements may vary based on the nature of your project and the financing option you choose. For detailed information on eligibility and how to apply, you can contact FCC at 1-888-332-3301 or email an FCC representative.

Who is eligible?

Any farm or business looking to make environmental upgrades and switch to renewable energy resources can apply for this grant. The grant is designed to help operations become more cost-effective, meet environmental standards, save money on energy bills, and take advantage of provincial and federal energy grants and incentives. If you are considering making environmentally friendly changes to your operation, you may be eligible for this grant.

Eligible expenses

This financing option supports agricultural operations in implementing environmental enhancements and transitioning to renewable energy sources. Eligible activities are centered around initiatives that contribute to long-term sustainability and cost-effectiveness.

• Conducting renewable energy installations such as solar, wind, biogas, and geothermal systems.
• Implementing environmental upgrades to improve operational sustainability.
• Enhancing energy efficiency across farm operations or business processes.

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:

• Demonstrated need for environmental upgrades
• Intent to switch to renewable energy resources
• Potential for cost savings and efficiency improvements
• Compliance with current and future environmental standards
• Evidence of utilizing provincial and federal energy grants and incentives

Here are additional relevant details for this grant program:

• Loan Insurance is available as an option to protect the financial investment made through the grant-funded environmental upgrades.
• There may be provincial and federal energy grants or incentives available that can be used in conjunction with the FCC financing.
• FCC provides a range of flexible payment options, including deferred and interest-only payments, which can aid in cash flow management during the implementation of environmental projects.