Government Incentives for Ontario Industries

Unlock Savings, Accelerate ROI

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.

Maximize your project ROI with built-in funding

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

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Incentives We Help You Access

Unlock substantial savings through federal and provincial programs designed to accelerate your clean energy investments

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
Incentive Programs
Up to 30%
Clean Technology ITC
Federal Program
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
Up to 50%
Save on Energy
Ontario Provincial
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
$170K+
Grid Demand Response IESO
Industrial Conservation Initiative
$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
100%
Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance (ACCA)
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, dramatically reducing taxable income upfront.
  • 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

Why Choose Circuit Energy?

Trusted by commercial and industrial facilities across Ontario — from automotive and food processing to heavy manufacturing and logistics.

CIRCUIT
ENERGY

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.

Why Choose Circuit Energy?

Trusted by commercial and industrial facilities across Ontario — from automotive and food processing to heavy manufacturing and logistics.

Turnkey EPC Services

We manage your project from feasibility to commissioning — engineering, procurement, construction, and long-term support all under one roof. No coordinating multiple contractors, no missed deadlines. Just a single accountable partner from initial site assessment to final grid connection.

Deep Expertise in Incentives

Most facilities qualify for multiple stacking programs — the federal 30% Clean Technology ITC, saveONenergy for Business rebates, ACCA depreciation, and IESO demand response payments. We identify every dollar available, handle all technical documentation, utility coordination, and pre-approval applications so you don't leave money on the table.

Integrated Peak Prediction

Through our partnership with Edgecom Energy, we deploy AI-powered Coincident Peak forecasting to maximize your Global Adjustment savings. Our clients consistently outperform manual demand response strategies — reducing Class A electricity costs year over year.

Proven Results

Ontario industrial facilities working with Circuit Energy have recovered over $200,000 annually on GA charges alone — before stacking solar rebates and federal tax credits. For large projects, total incentive capture routinely offsets 30–50% of upfront CapEx.

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+

Ready to see what incentives your facility qualifies for?

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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