Energy Savings for Business Program

📋 Eligible Entities - Businesses of all sizes operating in Alberta - Non-profit organizations serviced by an Alberta electric utility - Institutions (schools, hospitals, municipalities) serviced by an Alberta electric utility - Indigenous organizations serviced by an Alberta electric utility - Organizations must have a facility or operation within Alberta's service territory of a participating electric utility - Sole proprietors and self-employed individuals operating commercial facilities are eligible ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Amount: Up to $250,000 per project - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (100% funding support) - Matching Requirements: No matching contribution required - Funding Coverage: Covers eligible project costs up to the maximum grant amount - Multiple Projects: Organizations may apply for multiple grants if undertaking separate eligible projects ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Equipment upgrades that reduce energy consumption or emissions - Building retrofits including insulation, HVAC systems, and facility improvements - Power source conversions to renewable or lower-emission alternatives (e.g., solar, geothermal, heat pumps) - LED lighting installations and lighting system upgrades - Advanced energy management systems and controls - Electric vehicle charging infrastructure - Energy-efficient motor and compressor replacements - Professional assessments, engineering, and design costs directly related to the project ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Service Territory Requirement: Organization must be serviced by a participating Alberta electric utility - Emissions Reduction Focus: Project must demonstrably reduce greenhouse gas emissions or energy consumption - Project Completion: Work must be completed within the timeframe specified in the grant agreement - Documentation: Detailed project plans, cost estimates, and baseline energy data must be submitted - Verification: Grant administrator may require proof of equipment purchase and installation completion - Utility Compliance: Projects must comply with utility regulations and interconnection requirements (if applicable) - No Retroactive Funding: Projects must not have commenced before application approval - Reporting: Recipients may be required to report energy savings and emissions reductions post