Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP)
Program Category:
Clean Energy, Built Environment
Program Sub-Category:
Energy Efficiency (Housing / Buildings)
Status: Open
Funder
FortisBC
Funder Organization Type
- Utility
In Partnership With
BC HydroThe Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) is a free program available to First Nations communities. This program provides community members with a free home energy evaluation to help them understand their energy use, the installation of energy-saving products and advice. Some homes may also qualify for a free ENERGY STAR® refrigerator; insulation in walls, attics and/or crawlspaces. To qualify, the homes must be heated by natural gas from FortisBC or electricity from FortisBC or BC Hydro.
Eligible Community
ECAP is a free program for First Nations that provide on-reserve housing primarily for low-income community members. The homes must be heated by natural gas from FortisBC or by electricity from FortisBC or BC Hydro.
Funding Stacking Restrictions
No
Professional Input Required
No
Other Eligible Applicants
OtherIncome-qualified households
Type of Funding
- Capital
- Support (e.g. consulting management)
Range of Funding Available per Project
- Under $100 000
- From $100 000 to $1 000 000
Description of Funding
ECAP is a free program for First Nations that provide on-reserve housing primarily for low-income community members.
Eligible Costs
Equipment/Material PurchaseAwareness and Education
Reporting Requirements
No reporting requirements