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Water Efficient Technology (WET) Program
Support for business water-efficiency improvements
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Water Efficient Technology program supports water-efficiency improvements for businesses in the Region of Waterloo. It offers funding for audits, consulting, sub-metering, and water-saving projects, with support of up to $10,000 for certain activities.
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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
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Accommodation and food services
- Public administration
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
- Water use reviews and audits.
- Leak detection and repair.
- Water-efficient equipment, fixture, and process upgrades.
- Sub-metering and water recovery projects.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial businesses
- Industrial businesses
- Institutional organizations
Eligible expenses
- Facility water balance audits and consulting fees.
- Water process analysis and sub-metering installation costs.
- Project costs for water-saving improvements based on water savings achieved.
Eligible geographic areas
- Waterloo Region
Processing and Agreement
- Submit an inquiry form to contact the Region of Waterloo.
- A representative will follow up with more information or next steps.
Additional information
- Funding is administered by the Region of Waterloo.
- Businesses can also pursue Water Smart Business certification through the program.
- Free water-saving fixtures and conservation resources are available to businesses in Waterloo Region.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Water Efficient Technology (WET) Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Water Efficient Technology (WET) 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 Water Efficient Technology (WET) Program?
The Water Efficient Technology program supports water-efficiency improvements for businesses in the Region of Waterloo. It offers funding for audits, consulting, sub-metering, and water-saving projects, with support of up to $10,000 for certain activities.
How much funding can be received?
Water Efficient Technology (WET) Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Water Efficient Technology (WET) Program program?
To be eligible for the Water Efficient Technology (WET) Program program, you must:
Commercial, industrial, or institutional sector
Water-use reduction project
Water audits, sub-metering, or efficiency upgrades
What expenses are eligible under Water Efficient Technology (WET) Program?
Water use reviews and audits.
Leak detection and repair.
Water-efficient equipment, fixture, and process upgrades.
Sub-metering and water recovery projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Water Efficient Technology (WET) Program?
You can contact Region of Waterloo by email at watercycle@regionofwaterloo.ca or by phone at 519-575-4400.
Where is the Water Efficient Technology (WET) Program available?
The Water Efficient Technology (WET) Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Water Efficient Technology (WET) Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Water Efficient Technology (WET) Program is a Grant and Funding