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New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program
Supports energy-efficient commercial and industrial new construction
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
The New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program provides incentives of up to $250,000 per eligible building to support energy-efficient new constructions and major building additions in New Brunswick. The program also includes rebates for energy modelling costs and incentives for eligible implementation measures, including renewable energy systems.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- Social economy enterprise
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- New commercial and industrial building construction
- Building additions and major system renewals
- Energy modelling for eligible new construction projects
- Implementation of energy efficiency measures
- Renewable energy installations such as wind, solar, and biomass
Documents Needed
- Completed registration form
- Energy modelling pre-approval form
- Implementation incentive pre-approval form
- Energy modelling report and supporting documents
- Request for payment form and proof of payment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial and industrial businesses
- Mixed-use and multi-unit residential buildings
- Non-profit organizations
- First Nations organizations
Who is not eligible
- Federal government-owned buildings
- Provincial government-owned buildings
- Municipal buildings
- Buildings heated with oil
- Temporary structures and eligible new-home projects
Eligible expenses
- External project management costs
- Purchase and installation of approved equipment
- Equipment removal and decommissioning for major renovations
- Required inspections
- Shipping, delivery, and customs fees
- Consultant and professional fees directly tied to the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Used or rebuilt equipment
- Costs for code-compliant new construction
- Internal labour costs
- Land purchase or lease costs
- Financing costs, interest, and legal fees
- Sales taxes and GST/HST
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by program staff after submission.
- Energy modelling and implementation requests require pre-approval before work proceeds.
- Funding is issued after review and approval of submitted documentation.
- Project site visits may be carried out during review or construction.
Additional information
- All program changes and updates are made regularly in accordance with provincial adoption of new building codes.
- Funding is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and subject to annual program budgets.
- Applicants must declare all other sources of public subsidies and may be subject to stacking limits.
- Construction schedule changes may impact incentive availability and preapproved amounts.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency 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 New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program?
The New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program provides incentives of up to $250,000 per eligible building to support energy-efficient new constructions and major building additions in New Brunswick. The program also includes rebates for energy modelling costs and incentives for eligible implementation measures, including renewable energy systems.
How much funding can be received?
New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program program?
To be eligible for the New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program program, you must:
New construction or addition
Located in New Brunswick
Pre-approval required
What expenses are eligible under New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program?
New commercial and industrial building construction
Building additions and major system renewals
Energy modelling for eligible new construction projects
Implementation of energy efficiency measures
Renewable energy installations such as wind, solar, and biomass
Who can I contact for more information about the New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program?
You can contact Save Energy NB by email at NCCI@nbpower.com.
Where is the New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program available?
The New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program is a Grant and Funding