Programme d'amélioration énergétique des immeubles commerciaux ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Commercial building owners and operators in New Brunswick - Businesses that own or lease commercial properties - Multi-tenant commercial buildings - Mixed-use buildings with commercial components - Entities with demonstrated operational control over the building Exclusions: Residential-only buildings, government-owned facilities (unless specified), and entities with outstanding compliance issues ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $1,250,000 per project - Funding Type: Non-repayable grant (contribution) - Cost-Sharing: Applicant responsible for remaining project costs (percentage may vary by project scope) - Eligibility Threshold: Projects must demonstrate measurable energy savings and economic viability - Payment Structure: Funds typically disbursed upon milestone completion and documentation verification ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - HVAC system upgrades and optimization - Building envelope improvements (insulation, windows, doors) - Lighting system modernization and LED conversion - Energy management systems and controls installation - Electrical infrastructure upgrades for efficiency - Heating and cooling system replacements - Renewable energy integration (solar, heat pumps) - Energy audit and assessment costs - Professional engineering and design fees - Equipment procurement and installation labor ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Energy Audit Requirement: Independent energy audit mandatory before project approval - Minimum Savings Target: Project must demonstrate at least 20% reduction in electricity consumption - Timeline: Project completion typically within 18–24 months of funding approval - Reporting: Quarterly progress reports and energy consumption documentation required - Verification: Post-implementation energy performance verification by third party - Compliance: All work must meet current New Brunswick building codes and environmental standards - Documentation: Receipts, invoices, and contractor certifications required for reimbursement - Repayment Clause: Funds may be recoverable if milestones are not met or misused