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Energy Rebate Programs Guide

Which energy rebate program is right for your client? We're making it easy for businesses to be more efficient by offering rebates on energy efficient products and by helping contractors know which program is right for their clients. There are two rebate programs to choose from:

Business Energy Rebates

At a Glance:

  • Before You Buy, at the counter, and After You Buy options

  • Rebates of up to 75% on energy efficiency products for all businesses, available in-store or via mail-in application

Best For:

  • New construction or retrofit projects with multiple upgrades

  • Those who need minimal support from our Energy Advisors

  • Projects with shorter timelines if eligible products have already been purchased/installed

Please Note: This program offers After You Buy rebates – an option not available in Our Small Energy Solutions program.

Small Business Energy Solutions

At a Glance:

  • Rebates to cover a portion of project costs for qualifying energy efficiency upgrades

  • 24-month interest-free financing available for qualifying electric-to-electric upgrades (contingent on credit approval by Nova Scotia Power)

  • Energy audits may be available for qualifying businesses

Best For:

  • Retrofit projects

  • Those looking for support from our efficiency specialists

  • Businesses with a utility bill ≤$6,000/month (when upgrading from electric equipment). Note: Amounts are different for businesses upgrading from non-electric equipment.

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