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Savings by Design (New Construction Energy Efficiency Programs)
Energy efficiency support for new construction
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 45,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports energy-efficient new construction with free design expertise and financial incentives. It applies to residential, commercial, multi-residential, affordable housing, schools, hospitals, shelters, and community centres.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- High-performance new building design.
- Integrated design workshops and energy modelling.
- Commercial airtightness testing and air leakage resolution.
- Residential new home construction to ENERGY STAR or Net Zero Energy Ready standards.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Builders and developers.
- Commercial and multi-residential project teams.
- Residential builders and vendors licensed by HCRA.
- Affordable housing builders.
Who is not eligible
- Owner-builders.
Eligible expenses
- Professional airtightness testing and related resolution.
- Energy modelling and design consulting services.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario.
- Enbridge Gas service area.
- Eligible municipalities for residential offers.
Additional information
- Free building science consulting and real-time energy modelling are offered.
- Support is available at the early design stage.
- Commercial or multi-residential projects may access sustainable design expertise at no cost.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Savings by Design (New Construction Energy Efficiency Programs) Program
What is the Savings by Design (New Construction Energy Efficiency Programs)?
This program supports energy-efficient new construction with free design expertise and financial incentives. It applies to residential, commercial, multi-residential, affordable housing, schools, hospitals, shelters, and community centres.
How much funding can be received?
Savings by Design (New Construction Energy Efficiency Programs) Funds up to $45,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Savings by Design (New Construction Energy Efficiency Programs) program?
To be eligible for the Savings by Design (New Construction Energy Efficiency Programs) program, you must:
New construction or major renovation.
Design phase or earlier.
In the Enbridge Gas service area.
What expenses are eligible under Savings by Design (New Construction Energy Efficiency Programs)?
High-performance new building design.
Integrated design workshops and energy modelling.
Commercial airtightness testing and air leakage resolution.
Residential new home construction to ENERGY STAR or Net Zero Energy Ready standards.
Who can I contact for more information about the Savings by Design (New Construction Energy Efficiency Programs)?
You can contact Enbridge Gas by email at venoth.jeganmohan@enbridge.com or by phone at 647-502-6759.
Where is the Savings by Design (New Construction Energy Efficiency Programs) available?
The Savings by Design (New Construction Energy Efficiency Programs) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Savings by Design (New Construction Energy Efficiency Programs) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Savings by Design (New Construction Energy Efficiency Programs) is a Grant and Funding