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Welcome

Clean energy projects come in many shapes and sizes and include a range of technologies that generate electricity producing little to no greenhouse gas emissions. Project technologies can include solar power, wind energy, hydropower, geothermal energy, and biomass energy.

Clean energy projects have the potential to deliver a host of benefits to First Nation communities, including reducing dependence on fossil fuels, stimulating economic growth, improving energy security and self-sufficiency, and supporting self-determination goals.

The Clean Energy Resource Hub includes a variety of resources to help First Nations plan and advance clean energy projects. The resources are organized according to key project milestones and related topics.

If you are getting started and would like an overview of each project phase, consult the Clean Energy Project Development Lifecycle section.

Note: This webpage contains links to documents and resources that are intended for general information purposes only. You should not rely upon the material or information on this webpage as a basis for making any business, legal, or any other decisions. As you read through the resources, consider which information is most relevant and beneficial for your community and project. Please note that some resources may have outdated information or hyperlinks.

Clean Energy Project Development Lifecycle

Clean energy projects go through several phases before they are ready for construction, this is often referred to as the project development lifecycle. Early phases can include completing a Community Energy Plan, undertaking feasibility studies to determine technology type and project size, engaging with community members, and assembling the project team. Proponents of clean energy projects must also meet technical, commercial, and permitting requirements to develop a project. These later phases include completing engineering and scientific studies, demonstrating the viability of project to potential investors to secure funding, and preparing bids and commercial contractors for project construction.

This section provides an overview of the key considerations for each project phase in the clean energy project development lifecycle. It is intended to provide high-level information, rather than detailed instructions for developing a clean energy project.More comprehensive and detailed guidance can be found in the Project Development Guides & Resources section, as well as in other resources linked throughout the webpage. Please note that some stages may overlap with each other during the project development process.

Not sure where to start? A Community Energy Plan (CEP) is a great tool to understand current energy usage and chart a path towards achieving the community’s energy and emission reduction goals.

Community Energy Planning

Concept & Feasibility

Preliminary Design & Engineering

Permitting & Regulatory Approvals

Utility Planning & Interconnection

Detailed Design, Engineering, & Pre-Construction

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Resource Library

The following section includes a collection of resources to help develop and implement clean energy projects. Please note that this list is not exhaustive and some resources may have outdated information or hyperlinks.

Project Development Guides & Resources

• Arctic Community Energy Planning & Implementation Toolkit
  Contains resources and information on clean energy project planning and implementation (note: some information may only be applicable to Arctic communities)
• Clean Energy Production in B.C.
  Developed by the B.C. Government to guide the development of Independent Power Projects in B.C. This document remains in draft form until it can be modified to adapt to the BCER regulating wind and solar projects(note: this resource may have outdated information or hyperlinks – use at your own discretion)
• Indigenous Clean Energy (ICE) Network
  Resources, webinars, and other information to advance Indigenous inclusion in Canada’s energy futures economy
• B.C. First Nations Clean Energy Toolkit (2015)
  Developed by Kekinusuqs, Dr. Judith Sayers for the B.C. First Nations Clean Energy Working Group in 2015 to assist First Nations in understanding the kinds of clean/renewable energy there are, how to begin looking into doing a clean energy project, and where to find resources(note: this resource may have outdated information or hyperlinks – use at your own discretion. The resource was developed based on BC Hydro’s previous Standing Offer Program)

Available Grants

Each Grant will be $200,000 and disbursed in 2 payments of $100,000 over 2 years.

Funding Process

Funding Approval / Evaluations Process

The NRT will validate applications based on organization and project eligibility. Please allow 1 to 2 weeks after submitting a fully complete application to receive a funding decision.

Deliverable and Reporting Requirements

This funding program aims to share resources, knowledge, and lessons learned on completed projects such that other Nations and Indigenous communities contemplating the same or similar project can benefit to improve expectations of a successful project. NRT uses a basic final report tool and other communication approaches to identify successes, challenges, and other learning opportunities for each applicant.

Application coaching/assistance and Submission information

The New Relationship Trust is available to work with potential applicants. If you have questions, require assistance, or wish to request an application discussion, please reach out to us.

Completed applications, questions, final reports, and other follow-up matters can be submitted to prf@NRTF.ca

Intake Frequency

The PRF is a limited program fund which will have a continuous intake and approval process until all funds are committed.

Please note that the actual closing dates below are subject to change and will end earlier of the intake closing date indicated or when the annual funding available has been exhausted.

Contact Us

The PRF Staff encourage potential applicants to reach out with any questions, or assistance with completing an application.

Please contact us at the email address below and we will respond as soon as we can, typically within 1 to 3 business days.

By Email: PRF@nrtf.ca