Government Grant, Repayable Contribution
Green Municipal Fund. Capital project: Retrofit of community projects
This program funds capital projects for retrofits that improve energy efficiency in homes or in a group of commercial or institutional buildings. This funding helps Canadian cities and communities of all sizes use less energy, which reduces their greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) and improves their air quality.
- 4.5/5.0
- Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM)
- All levels
- Last updated 3 years ago
- English
Description
This program funds capital projects for retrofits that improve energy efficiency in homes or in a group of commercial or institutional buildings. This funding helps Canadian cities and communities of all sizes use less energy, which reduces their greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) and improves their air quality.- To reduce energy use by at least 10% compared to the current baseline (i.e., fossil fuel use and energy from the grid). Retrofit changes must meet or exceed the national and provincial building codes (NECB 2011 or provincial derivatives).
- Regular loans and grants: Receive a low-interest loan of up to $5 million and a grant worth up to 15% of the loan; cover up to 80% of your eligible costs.
- High-ranking project loans and grants: These qualify for a low-interest loan of up to $10 million and a grant worth up to 15% of the loan; cover up to 80% of your eligible costs.