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Self-serve incentives
Incentives for business energy-efficient lighting and compressed air upgrades
Offered by
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
February 11, 2027
Opened June 3, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
Self-serve incentives offers industrial customers whose facilities use over 500 megawatt-hours of electricity per year funding for energy-efficient lighting and compressed air upgrades. Incentives are calculated using estimated energy savings and project cost, with an average incentive of about 25% of project cost and some projects receiving upwards of 50%.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Upgrades to facility lighting systems.
- Upgrades to compressed air systems between 40 and 300 horsepower.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industrial customers.
Who is not eligible
- Facilities using under 500 megawatt-hours of electricity per year do not qualify for self-serve incentives.
Eligible expenses
- Equipment, installation, in-house labour, project management and disposal.
How to apply
- Work with a Key Account Manager or Regional Energy Manager to confirm eligibility and get started on the application.
- Choose a vendor to assess the system and identify upgrade opportunities; the vendor must be a member of the Alliance of Energy Professionals.
- After determining the project scope, submit an incentive pre-approval application online through the Conservation & Energy Management (CEM) hub.
Processing and Agreement
- After the application is approved, the applicant works with a contractor to purchase and install the new equipment.
- The applicant then submits invoices through the online application record.
- Incentive payment processing time can vary but typically takes about four to six weeks after invoices are submitted.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Self-serve incentives Program
What is the Self-serve incentives?
Self-serve incentives offers industrial customers whose facilities use over 500 megawatt-hours of electricity per year funding for energy-efficient lighting and compressed air upgrades. Incentives are calculated using estimated energy savings and project cost, with an average incentive of about 25% of project cost and some projects receiving upwards of 50%.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is February 11, 2027. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Self-serve incentives program?
To be eligible for the Self-serve incentives program, you must:
The facility must use over 500 megawatt-hours of electricity per year.
Eligible upgrades include lighting systems and compressed air systems between 40 and 300 horsepower.
What expenses are eligible under Self-serve incentives?
Upgrades to facility lighting systems.
Upgrades to compressed air systems between 40 and 300 horsepower.
Where is the Self-serve incentives available?
The Self-serve incentives program is available across Canada.
Is the Self-serve incentives a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Self-serve incentives is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Self-serve incentives?
Self-serve incentives is funded by BC Hydro (BCH)