There are several programs available to Albertans to make renewable technologies and other energy efficiency upgrades more affordable for homeowners, farms, and businesses.
Most programs allow stacking, meaning municipal, provincial, and federal incentives can be combined to maximize savings. Before starting any project, confirm that the rebate or financing offer is from a trusted program, and check eligibility requirements and application timelines.
Provincial programs
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SHARP provides low-interest home equity loans (up to $40,000) for seniors to make repairs or energy efficiency upgrades like furnaces, insulation, and windows. No monthly payments; loan is repaid when the home is sold. |
Municipal programs
Consumers can check their municipality's website for solar incentive programs.
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CEIP provides low-interest financing for energy upgrades, including solar, repaid through property taxes. Financing is tied to the property, not the owner, and terms can be up to 25 years. The program is available is select municipalities for residential and commercial properties. |
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Solar Alberta maintains an online directory of available programs for residential consumers, commercial properties, and municipalities. |
Federal Programs
Note: The Canada Greener Homes Loan closed on October 1st, 2025.
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The CMHC offers up to 25% mortgage insurance premium refund for energy-efficient renovations. There is a minimum $20,000 investment required in eligible upgrades like insulation, HVAC, or renewable energy systems. |
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AICEI offers Indigenous communities in Alberta access to funding to help First Nations and Métis communities develop renewable energy and energy efficiency projects. |
Business and Farm Incentives
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OFEP offers up to $0.60 per watt, capped at 25% of project cost or $50,000. Eligible farms must earn at least $10,000 annually from commodity or livestock production. |
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The ERA offers up to $250,000 per project for commercial and farm energy efficiency upgrades. |
