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Efficiency Nova Scotia programs & rebates

Unlock savings and incentives for energy efficient upgrades across your home and business.

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EnergyForward New Homes

Get expert advice and incentives to build an energy-efficient home with annual energy bills under $1,000.

New Home Research Project

Help shape the future of energy savings in new homes across Nova Scotia

Free Product Installation

Get free energy efficient products installed in your home.

Demand Response

Take charge of your energy use to help ease strain on the grid during times of peak demand.

Instant Rebates

Save instantly and over the long term with energy efficient products for homes, businesses and commercial facilities.

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Eco Shift

Join fellow homeowners to help reduce the demand on Nova Scotia's power grid.

Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program

Based on your household income, you may qualify for up to $15,000 to switch to electric heat pumps.

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SolarHomes

Get up to $3,000 in rebates for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and start generating your own electricity.

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Moderate Income Rebate

Rebates for qualified homeowners to help cover the costs of energy efficiency upgrades.

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Home Energy Assessment

Find energy inefficiencies in your home and explore solutions and rebates for year-round comfort and savings.

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Home Heating System Rebates

Get up to $2,000 in rebates for upgrading to a heat pump, woodstove or electric thermal storage.

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HomeWarming

HomeWarming helps qualifying homeowners make efficiency upgrades and lower their energy bills.

Mi’kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project

Homes in First Nations can get free energy efficiency upgrades.

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About Us Contact Us Careers EfficiencyOne

1-877-999-6035 info@efficiencyns.ca

230 Brownlow Ave., Suite 300 Dartmouth, NS, B3B 0G5

© Efficiency Nova Scotia 2025