Save on Energy Retrofit Program
IESO (Save on Energy)
Up to 50% of eligible project costs; bonus offer for electricity-constrained areas: double the incentive rate for most non-lighting projects in eligible areas, capped at 50% of the eligible project costs
Incentives for Ontario businesses, institutions, multi-residential and agricultural facilities that cut electricity use. Prescriptive (fixed per measure) and Custom (savings-based) streams.
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Who qualifies
Owners or lessees (with owner consent) of commercial, industrial, municipal, university/college/school, hospital, multi-residential and agricultural facilities. Must achieve measurable electricity reductions; apply before binding purchase. Lighting incentives moved to Instant Discounts.
Good to know
- Funding: Per-measure Prescriptive amounts vary; details not read.
- Cost share: 50% of eligible costs
Evidence from the official page
- status“get your project started by contacting us, or go to the retrofit portal to log in or sign up.” source ↗
- amount“get up to 50% of eligible project costs covered eligible upgrades hvac, lighting controls, data centre equipment, manufacturing equipment and more!” source ↗
- amount“receive double the incentive rate for most non-lighting projects in eligible areas, capped at 50% of the eligible project costs.” source ↗
Verified 2026-10-28 · High confidence. Always confirm on the official page before applying.