Pick the step-by-step guide that’s right for your project
I’m renovating a commercial building
Retrofitting a commercial, institutional, or multi-unit residential building offers immense potential to improve the energy efficiency of the building, cut energy bills, and make the building more comfortable for its occupants.
In this section
Step 1: Do you already have a project in mind?
To get started on projects that switch from fossil fuels to electricity and/or electric energy efficiency projects:
If you’re a BC Hydro customer
If you’re a FortisBC electric customer or a municipal customer of Penticton, Nelson, Grand Forks or Summerland
To get started on a project that seeks to reduce natural gas:
If you’re a FortisBC natural gas customer
Use the Incentive Search Tool to learn more about available incentives.
Read the terms and conditions of the program to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements.
Use the Frequently Asked Questions tool to find out about incentives, benefits of energy efficiency retrofits, energy efficiency benchmarking, ENERGY STAR® portfolio managers, and energy audits.
Step 2: Apply for your incentives
Contact your BC Hydro or FortisBC account manager to discuss the application process for the custom incentive programs.
Step 3: Not sure where to start?
Connect with a BC Hydro commercial energy manager or the FortisBC Commercial Energy Management Program to determine which energy saving projects are best for your building.
Contact a B.C. Energy Coach for guidance.
I’m constructing a commercial building
The design and planning stage of new commercial construction is the right time to plan for constructing an energy efficient building.
In this section
Step 1: Do you already have a project in mind?
To get started on projects that switch from fossil fuels to electricity and/or electric energy efficiency projects:
If you’re a BC Hydro customer
If you’re a FortisBC electric customer or a municipal customer of Penticton, Nelson, Grand Forks or Summerland
To get started on a project that seeks to reduce natural gas:
If you’re a FortisBC natural gas customer
Use the Incentive Search Tool to learn more about available rebates and incentives.
Read the terms and conditions of the program to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements.
Use the Frequently Asked Questions tool to find out about incentives, benefits of energy efficient buildings, and resources for energy efficient commercial new construction.
Step 2: Apply for your incentives
Apply as directed in the program information for eligible rebates or discuss BC Hydro or FortisBC custom incentive programs with your account manager.
Step 3: Understand the program requirements
Connect with a BC Hydro commercial energy manager or the FortisBC Commercial Energy Management Program to determine which energy saving projects are best for your building.
Contact a B.C. Energy Coach for guidance.