CleanBC Better Buildings
Not accepting applications
Program Category:
Clean Energy, Community Infrastructure
Project Type(s):
Energy Efficiency (Housing / Buildings)
Deadline Details
The program is currently paused. Program offers were launched in September 2018 and will be a continuous application.
Intake Type
Continuous IntakeFunder
BC Ministry of Energy and Climate Solutions (ECS)
Funder Organization Type
- Federal Government
- BC Provincial Government
In Partnership With
Government of CanadaFunding Range
- Small (up to $50K)
- Medium ($50K-$250K)
- Large ($250K-$500K)
Eligible Community
- Local Governments
- Indigenous Communities
Eligible Project Activities
- Operations and Maintenance
- Project Planning
- Project Implementation (e.g. Design / Procurement / Construction)
The CleanBC Better Buildings program helps businesses and other organizations save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. There are several incentive offers available in the program, including those that support replacing fossil fuel (i.e. oil, propane, or natural gas) heating systems with electric heat pump systems, upgrading to high-efficiency natural gas equipment, and installing improved windows, doors and insulation that minimize heat loss.Better Buildings is jointly funded by the Province and the Government of Canada under the Low Carbon Economy Fund. Program offers are administered by BC Hydro.
Eligible Community
Funding Stacking Restrictions
Yes
Funding levels vary depending on the program. Please visit website for specific eligibility requirements.
Professional Input Required
No
Specific Eligibility Requirements
For specific eligibility requirements, please visit www.betterbuildingsbc.ca.
Other Eligible Communities
Indigenous-owned BusinessesBusinesses / For-profit
Other
Indigenous Organizations
Non-governmental Organizations / Not-for-Profits
Economic Development Agencies
Academic Institutions
Type of Funding
- Capital
- Support (e.g. consulting management)
Range of Funding Available per Project
- Small (up to $50K)
- Medium ($50K-$250K)
- Large ($250K-$500K)
Description of Funding
Better Buildings retrofit incentive offerings provide up to $20,000 for an energy study, and up to $200,000 for a commercial, institutional, or social housing building to switch to high-efficiency heating equipment or make building envelope improvements.Clean BC Better Buildings New Construction incentive offerings provide up to $15,000 for an energy study, and up to $500,000 for a commercial building to electrify its space and water heating systems.Please check the Better Buildings website for incentive amounts (varies by type and eligibility).
Eligible Costs
EngineeringDesign
Capital Costs
Equipment/Material Purchase
Project Management
Better Buildings programs provide funding for energy studies, implementation support, and the purchase and installation of energy measures.
Ineligible Costs
Land AcquisitionReporting Requirements
No reporting requirements