Commercial Rebate
CRD Once-Through Cooling Replacement Rebate
Up to $10,000 to replace water-wasting once-through cooling systems with efficient alternatives.
Important Deadlines
The CRD will ban once-through cooling systems by July 1, 2028. Rebates are available if you apply before July 1, 2026. Don't miss out — contact us to plan your upgrade today.
Program Details
Up to $10,000The Capital Regional District offers rebates to businesses that replace water-wasting once-through cooling (OTC) systems with water-efficient alternatives. A CRD bylaw will ban OTC systems by July 1, 2028 — act now to take advantage of available funding.
- Available to commercial accounts connected to the Greater Victoria drinking water supply
- Rebate deadline: apply before July 1, 2026
- Eligible replacements include air-cooled condensers, closed-loop systems, split systems, and remote condensers
- Rebate is the lesser of: $0.20/BTU/hr (condensers), $0.40/BTU/hr (ice machines), $5/m³ annual water usage, or $10,000
- Contact the CRD Water Services team: 250-360-3103 or mirwin@crd.bc.ca
Frequently Asked Questions
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