Alternative Energy Technologies Program
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Recent increases in energy prices have made alternative energy systems more economic in the Northwest Territories (NWT). Concerns about climate change and the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the use of fossil fuels when producing heat or electricity provide a further reason to develop the use of alternative energy sources. This initiative is part of a broader range of measures that the Government of the NWT has put in place through the Energy Plan and Greenhouse Gas Strategy.
The successful application of new technology in the NWT often depends on demonstration projects to test feasibility and develop local skills. Once a technology has been demonstrated feasible it can be incorporated into homes and businesses.
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Alternative Energy Technologies Program (AETP) is designed to promote the use of renewable energy sources in the NWT. The funding is split into three sections:
- Community Renewable Energy Fund (CREF);
- Medium Renewable Energy Fund (MREF);
- Small Renewable Energy Fund (SREF).
The Community Renewable Energy Fund is available to Aboriginal and community governments, GNWT departments, boards and agencies and non-profit organizations. The program assists community-based installations of alternative energy systems, or the conversion of an existing conventional energy system to alternative energy technology. The objective of this fund is to promote projects that advance the knowledge and effectiveness of new clean energy technologies in northern environments. Funding of up to one-half of the project cost is available, to a maximum of $50,000 per year.
The Medium Renewable Energy Fund is available to assist commercial businesses, including off-grid camps and lodges, that want to incorporate commercially available alternative energy techologies into their operations. The objective of this fund is to reduce fuel use in remote locations where fuel prices are exremely high due to added transportation costs. Funding of up to one-third of the cost of qualified alternative energy systems is available. The maximum amount that will be provided to any recipient is $15,000 per year.
The Small Renewable Energy Fund is available to assist NWT residents to integrate commercially available, clean energy technologies on their property, building or other assets for the intent purpose of reducing fuel usage. Funding of up to one-third of the cost of qualified alternative energy systems is available. The maximum amount that will be provided to any recipient is $5,000 per year.
Small Renewable Energy Fund:
Medium Renewable Energy Fund:
A detailed listing of eligible alternative energy technologies is included in the guidelines for each fund.
For further information about the Alternative Energy Technologies Program or to obtain assistance in preparing proposals, please contact:
Alternative Energy Specialist
Environment Division
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
PO Box 1320
Yellowknife, NT, X1A 2L9
Telephone: (867) 920-3484
Facsimile: (867) 873-0221