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Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
FortisBC offers up to $500,000 to help businesses improve energy efficiency in commercial, industrial, agricultural, institutional and multi-unit residential facilities. Funding supports energy studies and the implementation of approved energy conservation measures.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Detailed energy studies.
- Implementation of approved energy conservation measures.
- Energy efficiency upgrades for commercial, industrial, agricultural, institutional and multi-unit residential facilities.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial businesses
- Industrial facilities
- Agricultural operations
- Multi-unit residential buildings
- Institutional facilities
Who is not eligible
- Indoor lighting projects, except agricultural lighting.
- Businesses without FortisBC natural gas or electricity service.
Eligible expenses
- Energy study costs.
- Implementation costs for approved energy conservation measures.
- Implementation bonus tied to approved measures.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Indoor lighting projects, except agricultural lighting.
- Work started before written FortisBC approval.
- Unapproved energy conservation measures.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
- Grand Forks
- Penticton
- Summerland
- Nelson Hydro service area
Processing and Agreement
- FortisBC reviews the project and issues written approval before work begins.
- A project kick-off meeting is scheduled with FortisBC and the consultant.
- Funding is paid only after FortisBC reviews and approves the required deliverables.
- FortisBC decisions are final and binding.
Additional information
- Participants must apply through a key account manager or technical advisor.
- Approved energy conservation measures must be installed within 18 months.
- Measures must remain in operation for at least 36 months.
- FortisBC must approve the project in writing before work starts.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the FortisBC — Custom Performance Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the FortisBC — Custom Performance Program. 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 FortisBC — Custom Performance Program?
FortisBC offers up to $500,000 to help businesses improve energy efficiency in commercial, industrial, agricultural, institutional and multi-unit residential facilities. Funding supports energy studies and the implementation of approved energy conservation measures.
How much funding can be received?
FortisBC — Custom Performance Program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the FortisBC — Custom Performance Program program?
To be eligible for the FortisBC — Custom Performance Program program, you must:
FortisBC customer
Property owner or long-term leaseholder
Approved consultant required
What expenses are eligible under FortisBC — Custom Performance Program?
Detailed energy studies.
Implementation of approved energy conservation measures.
Energy efficiency upgrades for commercial, industrial, agricultural, institutional and multi-unit residential facilities.
Who can I contact for more information about the FortisBC — Custom Performance Program?
You can contact FortisBC by email at customdesign@fortisbc.com or by phone at 1-866-884-8833.
Where is the FortisBC — Custom Performance Program available?
The FortisBC — Custom Performance Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the FortisBC — Custom Performance Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
FortisBC — Custom Performance Program is a Grant and Funding