Opening Soon
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 1, 2026
- Closing date : September 3, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Save Energy Grants offer between $1,000 and $7,500 to support energy efficiency projects. The program funds upgrades such as LED retrofits, Energy Star appliance upgrades, window and door replacement, and other energy-saving improvements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : July 1, 2026
- Closing date : September 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Energy efficiency upgrades
- Electrical heat pump projects
- Renewable energy system projects
- Electrical load management system projects
- Energy audits and energy kits
Documents Needed
- Project scope of work
- Budget breakdown for materials and labour
- Explanation of how additional funds will be secured if needed
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities
- Community organizations
- Non-profit organizations
- Schools
- Indigenous communities and organizations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- Religious organizations
- Third-party fundraisers
- Professional conventions, conferences, or seminars
- Political events
Eligible expenses
- Materials
- Labour
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Individuals
- Religious organizations
- Third-party fundraisers
- Travel for individuals or groups
- Political events
Eligible geographic areas
- FortisAlberta service territory
Selection criteria
- Project details and plan clarity
- Energy savings measurement and tracking
- Community benefit
- Clear budget and funding plan
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the program requirements
- Check that the organization and project fit the program rules.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Prepare the project scope of work.
- Explain how any additional funding will be secured if costs exceed the grant amount.
- Step 3: Submit online
- Submit the application through the online portal.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the FortisAlberta Save Energy Grant Selection Committee.
- Applicants are notified of the decision by email after all applications are reviewed.
- If an application is not successful, the applicant may reapply in the next round.
- All applicants may be contacted for feedback about the application process.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted twice per year.
- Applicants may submit multiple applications, but only one project can receive funding per calendar year.
- If not selected in the first round, applicants may reapply in the second round.
- Applications are reviewed by the FortisAlberta Save Energy Grant Selection Committee.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Save Energy Grants Program
What is the Save Energy Grants?
Save Energy Grants offer between $1,000 and $7,500 to support energy efficiency projects. The program funds upgrades such as LED retrofits, Energy Star appliance upgrades, window and door replacement, and other energy-saving improvements.
Who is eligible for the Save Energy Grants program?
To be eligible for the Save Energy Grants program, you must:
Within FortisAlberta service territory
Energy-saving project
Scope and funding plan required
What expenses are eligible under Save Energy Grants?
Energy efficiency upgrades
Electrical heat pump projects
Renewable energy system projects
Electrical load management system projects
Energy audits and energy kits
Where is the Save Energy Grants available?
The Save Energy Grants program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Save Energy Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Save Energy Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Save Energy Grants?
Save Energy Grants is funded by FortisAlberta