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Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track
Support for industrial energy efficiency in Canada
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 20
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Cost-sharing financial support for the implementation of energy efficiency and energy management solutions to maximize energy performance, greenhouse gas emissions reductions, and competitiveness.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
Projects supported by the Energy Efficiency Solutions Track aim to enhance industrial energy efficiency in line with Canada’s sustainability objectives. These initiatives span multiple strategic areas to ensure effective energy management and reduction in energy consumption.
- Training for energy management practitioners to enhance skills and knowledge in energy management.
- Conducting energy assessments and audits to identify opportunities for improving energy efficiency.
- Deployment of energy managers to oversee and implement energy efficiency strategies.
- Development and implementation of energy management systems to track and optimize energy usage.
- Strategic Energy Management activities to integrate energy-saving practices across processes and operations.
- Investment in capital improvements for upgrading facilities to increase energy efficiency.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Provinces, territories, utilities, and Indigenous organizations with sufficient capacity and experience.
Who is not eligible
The Energy Efficiency Solutions Track does not specify industries or companies that are explicitly ineligible. However, it outlines certain restrictions to ensure projects align with defined energy efficiency and industrial objectives.
- Projects that primarily involve the construction of a new industrial or manufacturing facility.
- Investments pertaining to fleet vehicles not used directly for an industrial process, lighting, warehouse, and building envelopes.
Eligible expenses
The grant covers specific expenses directly related to the implementation of energy efficiency solutions in industrial operations.
- 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, up to 15% of eligible expenditures.
Eligible geographic areas
Organizations eligible for this Canadian grant are located within specific geographical and organizational sectors identified by the fund. Although specific provinces or regions are not explicitly listed, entities must comply with being within the jurisdiction of the Government of Canada.
- Provinces and territories within Canada.
- Entities recognized under Canadian jurisdiction.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The maximum funding amount per proposal is consistent for both for-profit and not-for-profit entities, capped at $20 million.
- The project completion date must be on or before March 31, 2027, to qualify for funding.
- Funding is only available to entities with sufficient capacity and experience, underscoring the importance of proven capability in industrial energy efficiency.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track. 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 Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track?
Cost-sharing financial support for the implementation of energy efficiency and energy management solutions to maximize energy performance, greenhouse gas emissions reductions, and competitiveness.
How much funding can be received?
Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $20 per project.
Who is eligible for the Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track program?
To be eligible for the Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track program, you must:
Entities must be provincial or territorial governments, utilities, or Indigenous and registered not-for-profit organizations with sufficient capacity and experience.
What expenses are eligible under Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track?
Projects supported by the Energy Efficiency Solutions Track aim to enhance industrial energy efficiency in line with Canada’s sustainability objectives. These initiatives span multiple strategic areas to ensure effective energy management and reduction in energy consumption.
Training for energy management practitioners to enhance skills and knowledge in energy management.
Conducting energy assessments and audits to identify opportunities for improving energy efficiency.
Deployment of energy managers to oversee and implement energy efficiency strategies.
Development and implementation of energy management systems to track and optimize energy usage.
Strategic Energy Management activities to integrate energy-saving practices across processes and operations.
Investment in capital improvements for upgrading facilities to increase energy efficiency.
Who can I contact for more information about the Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at rfpindustry-ddpindustrie@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.
Where is the Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track available?
The Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track program is available across Canada.
Is the Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program — Energy Efficiency Solutions Track is a Grant and Funding