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Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
FortisBC offers rebates for pipe and tank insulation in commercial and industrial buildings. The program supports energy-saving insulation on natural gas-heated hot water and steam systems, with rebates based on the type and thickness of insulation installed.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
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
- Installing insulation on pipes and tanks for hot water and steam systems
- Upgrading insulation in existing commercial or industrial buildings
- Insulation work for new commercial or industrial construction projects
Documents Needed
- Completed insulation inventory
- Paid invoice showing product type, quantity, make, model number, and total installed cost before tax
- Completed online rebate application
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial customers
- Industrial customers
- Owners, long-term leaseholders, builders, and developers
Who is not eligible
- Customers under Rate 1
- Applications for pipes and tanks with pre-existing insulation
- Projects for insulation required by the BC Building Code
- New construction steam pipework insulation
Eligible expenses
- Pipe insulation materials and installation
- Tank insulation materials and installation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Pipes and tanks with pre-existing insulation
- Insulation required by the BC Building Code
- New construction steam pipework insulation
- Adding insulation on top of existing insulation
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
How to apply
- Step 1: Download the insulation inventory and complete it.
- Fill out the inventory for the insulation project.
- Step 2: Complete the online rebate application.
- Log in or register on the FortisBC application portal.
- Submit the completed insulation inventory and paid invoice with the application.
- Step 3: Wait for approval and rebate payment.
- FortisBC reviews the application.
- If approved, the rebate is typically received in six to eight weeks.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Approval is required before payment is issued.
- Rebates are typically paid within six to eight weeks after approval.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted no later than 365 days after the purchase date shown on the paid invoice.
- Approval is required before the rebate is issued.
- Once approved, the rebate is typically received in six to eight weeks.
- Online applications are completed through a FortisBC account login.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Pipe and Tank Insulation Rebates Program
What is the Pipe and Tank Insulation Rebates?
FortisBC offers rebates for pipe and tank insulation in commercial and industrial buildings. The program supports energy-saving insulation on natural gas-heated hot water and steam systems, with rebates based on the type and thickness of insulation installed.
Who is eligible for the Pipe and Tank Insulation Rebates program?
To be eligible for the Pipe and Tank Insulation Rebates program, you must:
FortisBC natural gas customer
Commercial or industrial building or project
Application within 365 days
What expenses are eligible under Pipe and Tank Insulation Rebates?
Installing insulation on pipes and tanks for hot water and steam systems
Upgrading insulation in existing commercial or industrial buildings
Insulation work for new commercial or industrial construction projects
Who can I contact for more information about the Pipe and Tank Insulation Rebates?
You can contact FortisBC by email at businessrebates@fortisbc.com.
Where is the Pipe and Tank Insulation Rebates available?
The Pipe and Tank Insulation Rebates program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Pipe and Tank Insulation Rebates a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Pipe and Tank Insulation Rebates is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Pipe and Tank Insulation Rebates?
Pipe and Tank Insulation Rebates is funded by FortisBC