ENERGY-SAVING UPGRADES FOR ONTARIO BUSINESSES

Reduce Energy Costs with Free Equipment Upgrades

Eligible small businesses in Ontario can access free energy-saving equipment upgrades through the Save on Energy Small Business Program. A free assessment helps identify eligible improvements that can reduce electricity use and operating costs.

Program Benefits: Eligible businesses may qualify for up to $3,000 in lighting upgrades and up to $2,500 for eligible refrigeration and smart thermostat upgrades.

There is no cost for the assessment or eligible upgrades covered by the program.

  Up to $5,500

    In eligible upgrades

  Up to $3,000

    For eligible lighting equipment.

   Up to $2,500

      For eligible refrigeration and

      smart thermostat upgrades.

What Can the Program Help With?

The program helps eligible small businesses improve energy efficiency through qualifying equipment upgrades.

  • Lighting upgrades: Improve lighting efficiency while reducing electricity consumption.

  • Refrigeration upgrades: Improve the efficiency of eligible refrigeration equipment.

  • Smart thermostats: Help manage heating and cooling energy use with eligible smart thermostat upgrades.

The available upgrades are determined through an assessment by a qualified program representative.

Who Is Eligible?

To participate, your business must:

  • Be located in Ontario and have an operating capacity of 50 or fewer employees.
  • Own or lease its business space.
  • Obtain landlord or building-owner consent if the business is a tenant.

Previous participation in certain Save on Energy programs may affect which upgrades are available. Contact the program team to confirm your eligibility and available measures.

How Does It Work?

1. Apply online, by phone or by email

Reach out to schedule a free on-site assessment. We’ll help identify energy-efficiency opportunities for your business.

2. Review your options

After the assessment, you’ll be presented with options for free upgrades. If you choose to proceed, you’ll be sent a participant agreement and work order.

3. Get your upgrades

Our qualified delivery partners will handle the entire installation process on your behalf—from scheduling all the way to cleanup.

Questions or Need More Information?

Contact the Save on Energy Small Business Program team for eligibility details and assistance.

Phone: 1-833-825-7283

Email: info@smallbusinessprogram.ca

Official Program Website:
https://saveonenergy.ca/en/For-Your-Small-Business/Programs-and-Incentives/Small-Business-Program

Program eligibility, available equipment and incentive amounts are subject to the official program requirements. Review the program documents and confirm your eligibility with the program team before proceeding.

Ready to Make Your Business More Energy Efficient?

Find out whether your business qualifies for free energy-saving equipment upgrades through the Save on Energy Small Business Program.

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Visit the official program website to review eligibility requirements and get started.