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Government Incentives for Ontario Industries

Reduce project costs with Ontario energy incentives, federal tax credits, and utility funding programs designed for industrial and commercial facilities.

Maximize ROI with Available Funding

Ontario commercial and industrial facilities are leaving millions on the table. Between federal tax credits, provincial rebates, and grid incentive programs, most large energy projects qualify for 30–50% cost recovery — and we handle every application. Circuit Energy connects Ontario businesses with the full stack of available funding for battery storage, solar PV, and demand-side energy solutions.
Many Ontario businesses are unaware that multiple incentive programs can often be combined to significantly reduce capital costs. Depending on the project, available funding may support battery energy storage systems (BESS), solar PV installations, energy efficiency upgrades, and demand management initiatives.

Reduce CapEx by up to 50% — Ontario & Federal Programs

Why Energy Incentives Matter

Energy incentive programs can dramatically improve project economics by reducing upfront capital requirements and shortening payback periods. When combined with technologies such as battery storage, solar generation, and energy management systems, these incentives help businesses achieve stronger financial returns while supporting sustainability goals.
For many facilities, incentives can reduce upfront investment requirements while improving long-term project economics. Combined with operational savings, these programs can shorten payback periods and improve overall return on investment.

Ontario offers several funding opportunities for commercial and industrial energy projects. Circuit Energy helps businesses identify available programs, determine eligibility, and maximize funding opportunities across federal, provincial, and utility-backed initiatives.

Incentive Programs
Clean Technology ITC
Federal Program
Up to 30%
Up to 30% Refundable tax credit on eligible clean technology capital expenditures — available through December 31, 2034.
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems
  • Solar PV Systems
  • Zero-Emission Vehicles & Charging Equipment
  • Low-Carbon Heating Equipment
Example: A $1.2M project = up to $360,000 back as cash — not just a deduction
Save on Energy
Ontario Provincial
Up to 50%
Up to 50% Of eligible project costs covered through the Save on Energy for Business retrofit program for commercial and industrial facilities.
  • Rooftop Solar + Storage
  • High-Efficiency Lighting & Controls
  • HVAC and Process Equipment Upgrades
Max Rebate: Up to $860,000 for solar systems >1MW — custom incentive amounts based on measured energy savings
Grid Demand Response IESO
Industrial Conservation Initiative
$170K+
$170K+/MW annually Recurring payments and Global Adjustment savings for curtailing load during Ontario peak demand periods.
  • IESO Capacity Auction Participation
  • Peak Performance Program
  • Industrial Conservation Initiative (Class A)
Class A: Significant and ongoing reductions to your Global Adjustment charges
Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance
Federal — Canada Revenue Agency
100% First-Year Write-Off Eligible clean energy equipment under CCA Class 43.1 and 43.2 can be fully depreciated in the year of acquisition.
  • Solar PV Systems & Battery Storage
  • EV Charging Infrastructure
  • Air-Source Heat Pumps & Low-Carbon Heating
  • Energy Conservation Equipment
Example: A $500K solar installation = up to $500K deducted from taxable income in Year 1 — stackable with Clean Technology ITC
Financial Impact
Up to 30%
Clean Technology ITC
Up to 30% Refundable tax credit on eligible clean technology capital expenditures — available through December 31, 2034.
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Example: A $1.2M project
Project$1.2M
Cash back$360,000
Eligible project
Refundable credit
Up to 50%
Save on Energy
Up to 50% Of eligible project costs covered through the Save on Energy for Business retrofit program.
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Eligible project costs covered
50%
Covered portion
Remaining cost
$170K+
Grid Demand Response IESO
$170K+/MW annually Recurring payments and Global Adjustment savings for curtailing load during Ontario peak demand periods.
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Peak demand periods
Demand
Curtailment
100%
Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance
100% First-Year Write-Off Eligible clean energy equipment under CCA Class 43.1 and 43.2 fully depreciated in the year of acquisition.
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Deduction timeline
Year 1100%
Year 2Low
Year 3+Low
First-year write-off

Why Choose Circuit Energy?

Navigating incentive programs can be complex. Circuit Energy combines engineering expertise, funding knowledge, and energy management experience to help Ontario businesses secure available incentives and maximize long-term savings.

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Turnkey EPC Services

We manage your project from feasibility to commissioning — engineering, procurement, construction, and long-term support all under one roof.

Deep Expertise in Incentives

We identify every dollar available, handle all technical documentation, utility coordination, and pre-approval applications.

Integrated Peak Prediction

We deploy AI-powered Coincident Peak forecasting to maximize your Global Adjustment savings year over year.

Proven Results

Facilities have recovered over $200,000 annually on GA charges, with total incentive capture offsetting 30–50% of CapEx.

Potential Funding & Savings Opportunities

Federal Clean Technology Tax Credit
Up to 100 %
Maximum CapEx Reduction Through Stacked Incentives
100 %
Max saveONenergy Solar Rebate (>1MW)
$ 100 K
Annual GA Savings for Class A Facilities
$ 100 K+

How Our Incentive Assessment Process Works

We’ll prepare a custom incentive map and energy savings strategy tailored to your operations, load profile, and location.

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No-Cost Consultation

Free assessment of your facility's energy profile and incentive eligibility

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Custom Incentive Map

Detailed breakdown of all available federal and provincial programs

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ROI Analysis

Comprehensive financial modeling with incentives factored in

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Implementation Roadmap

Step-by-step plan for maximizing your energy savings and incentives

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