Community Energy Diesel Reduction (CEDR)

Overview
Grants for off-grid, diesel-reliant remote communities (many First Nations) to plan and implement clean energy, demand-side upgrades, and renewable generation. Streams: Community Energy Planning (CEP), Demand-Side Management (DSM), Renewable Energy Generation (REG).

Funding Amount
Varies by stream; see Funding Guide on program page

Eligibility / Who It’s For
Eligible remote B.C. communities and First Nations listed on the program page.

Project Examples

• Community Energy Plans
• Building retrofits & load management
• Feasibility/design/construction for renewable generation

Province/Scope
British Columbia

Categories
Clean Energy & Environment; Infrastructure

Tags
BC, Remote Communities, Energy Efficiency, Renewables

Funder
New Relationship Trust

Link
https://newrelationshiptrust.ca/community-energy-diesel-reduction-cedr/

Deadline
CEP & DSM: Open May 21 2025 – November 28 2025 (or until funds exhausted). REG closed July 2 2025.