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Ontario Solar Grants

INCENTIVES &
GRANTS

Understanding the Save on Energy Retrofit Program and other available solar PV incentives for Ontario commercial, industrial, and institutional properties.

Check Eligibility Commercial Solar
$860/kW Commercial Solar Incentives*
1MW Maximum Eligible System
Pre-Approval Required Before Install
Ontario Wide Commercial Eligibility
Main Program
SAVE ON ENERGY
RETROFIT PROGRAM

The Save on Energy Retrofit Program helps Ontario businesses improve energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, and lower greenhouse gas emissions through incentives for eligible energy-efficiency upgrades, including solar photovoltaic systems.

Eligible businesses may qualify for significant incentive support for targeted energy-efficiency retrofits. Applications are subject to program approval and funding availability.

Official Ontario Program

saveonenergy.ca/en/For-Business-and-Industry/

Solar PV Incentives

SOLAR INCENTIVES FOR COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS

For qualifying commercial solar projects:

System Size

Systems >10kW-AC up to 1MW-AC

Per kW Installed

$860 per kW-AC installed*

Max Potential

$860K in incentives*
  • Incentives subject to program approval and funding availability
  • Pre-approvals are mandatory before installation
  • Additional tax advantages may be available
  • Eligibility requirements apply — confirm before proceeding
Example Scenarios
HOW MUCH COULD YOUR
BUSINESS SAVE?

The following are example scenarios only. Actual incentive amounts depend on project size, eligibility review, and program approval.

Small Commercial

Retail / Small Office

System Size ~30 kW-AC
Incentive Rate $860/kW*
Example Incentive ~$25,800*
Annual Savings Varies
Medium Commercial

Warehouse Project

System Size ~150 kW-AC
Incentive Rate $860/kW*
Example Incentive ~$129,000*
Annual Savings Varies
Large Industrial

Manufacturing Facility

System Size ~500 kW-AC
Incentive Rate $860/kW*
Example Incentive ~$430,000*
Annual Savings Varies
Large Scale Project

1MW System

System Size ~1,000 kW-AC
Incentive Rate $860/kW*
Max Example ~$860,000*
Status Approval Required

Important: These figures are illustrative examples only and do not guarantee eligibility or approval. Always confirm current program details before proceeding.

Who Qualifies
ELIGIBILITY
OVERVIEW

Eligible Participants

  • Commercial property owners and businesses
  • Industrial facilities and manufacturers
  • Institutional organizations
  • Agricultural operations and greenhouse facilities
  • Participants must be LDC-billed electricity customers
  • Systems must generally be behind-the-meter
  • Systems greater than 10kW-AC up to 1MW-AC may qualify

Key Requirements

  • Pre-approval mandatory before installation
  • Work must be completed by a qualified contractor
  • Applications require documentation and eligibility review
  • Funding availability may change over time
  • Projects are subject to final approval
  • Program rules may change without notice
Getting Started
THE APPLICATION
PROCESS
1

Check Eligibility

Determine whether your property and proposed solar system meet the program criteria.

2

Apply For Pre-Approval

Submit an application for incentive pre-approval before any installation begins.

3

Complete Installation

Once pre-approval is confirmed, proceed with system design and installation.

4

Submit & Receive Incentive

Submit invoices and required documentation after installation for review.

Start Your Eligibility Review
Project Qualification Tool
SOLAR PROJECT
PROJECT ESTIMATOR

Provide your approximate monthly hydro bill and available roof area to explore the potential size of a commercial solar installation and available incentive funding. Final project economics, system sizing, and incentive eligibility require a detailed site assessment.

Monthly Hydro Bill $5,000
Roof Area Available (sq ft) 25,000 sq ft
~250 kW System Size
~$215K Potential Incentive*

*Potential incentive amount is based on an example incentive rate of $860/kW-AC and is provided for illustration only. Final funding amounts depend on utility territory, program requirements, engineering review, system design, eligibility requirements, and approval by the applicable incentive provider.

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Incentive amounts, program availability, and eligibility requirements are subject to change without notice. Always verify current program details before proceeding. Army Energy is not affiliated with the Ontario Government or Save on Energy.