Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track
At a glance
- Max. $20,000,000
- 100% of project cost
- Unspecified
- All industries
- Government of Canada
- Natural Resources Canada
Overview
Eligibility criteria
The eligibility criteria for the Energy Efficiency Solutions track grant include the following: 1. Eligible projects should support the implementation of energy efficiency and energy management solutions for industrial facilities engaged in energy-consuming processes that involve material or substance transformation into new products. 2. Eligible recipients include provincial and territorial governments, their departments and agencies, utilities, not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous organizations, training institutes, and industry associations with regional or pan-Canadian industrial networks. 3. Maximum NRCan funding request per proposal is $20 million. Please note that this information is based on the context provided in the previous messages.
Who is eligible
- Provincial and territorial governments and their departments and agencies - Utilities - Not-for-profit organizations - Indigenous organizations - Training institutes - Industry associations
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits of employees of the eligible recipient - Professional services - License fees, data purchases, certification costs, regulatory compliance and inspection costs, construction insurance, and permits - Capital expenditures toward retrofitting or upgrading existing facilities, buildings or infrastructure that improve energy efficiency - Overhead expenditures (for the further distribution of funds) may be included in the total costs up to 15% of eligible expenditures
Eligible projects & activities
Training for energy management practitioners Energy assessments and audits Energy managers Energy management systems Strategic Energy Management Capital investments
Evaluation & selection criteria
Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation process involves assessing the proposal's alignment with program goals, objectives, and Canada's climate targets, as well as various merit-based criteria.
- Energy management and measurement
- Verification
- Reporting requirements
- Outcomes and benefits
- Risks and mitigation
How to apply
To apply for this grant, you will need to follow the steps outlined below: 1. Review the eligibility criteria and ensure your project aligns with the Energy Efficiency Solutions track requirements. 2. Prepare a comprehensive proposal that includes details of the project, anticipated outcomes, and how it meets the program goals. 3. Check for the next call for proposals, which is anticipated to be launched in 2024. 4. Contact NRCan at nrcan.rfpindustry-ddpindustrie.rncan@canada.ca for more information and to obtain an application package.
Additional information
- The call for proposals for the Energy Efficiency Solutions track closed on March 31, 2023. - The next call for proposals for Track 1 is anticipated to be launched in 2024. - For more information, applicants can contact NRCan at: nrcan.rfpindustry-ddpindustrie.rncan@canada.ca. - NRCan will conduct a preliminary assessment to confirm eligibility of the proposal. - Applications will be evaluated based on merit-based criteria, including energy management, verification, reporting requirements, outcomes and benefits, risks and mitigation. - Expressions of interest are encouraged for those not ready to submit a formal proposal within the specified intake period. - For more information about the GIFMP or to obtain an application package, applicants can contact NRCan at: nrcan.rfpindustry-ddpindustrie.rncan@canada.ca.
Grant Summary: Energy Efficiency Solutions Grant
Energy Efficiency Solutions Grant: Promoting Energy Efficiency in Industrial Facilities
Under the Energy Efficiency Solutions track, industrial facilities can receive funding to implement energy efficiency and management solutions. Eligible activities include training for energy management practitioners, energy assessments, energy managers, energy management systems, strategic energy management, and capital investments in retrofitting.
This grant aims to boost energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, and enhance competitiveness while facilitating job creation and upskilling in the workforce. Eligible recipients include provincial governments, utilities, and organizations with industrial networks, offering up to $20 million per proposal for eligible projects.
Through a comprehensive evaluation process and merit-based criteria, the grant supports initiatives that align with Canada's climate targets and foster organizational change towards sustainable energy practices. Expressions of interest are also welcomed for future funding opportunities.
Organizations keen on improving their energy performance, reducing emissions, and cutting operational costs can utilize this grant to implement tailored energy efficiency measures and capitalize on the financial support and technical expertise available through the Energy Efficiency Solutions track.
