{"id":6622,"date":"2026-03-24T18:03:43","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T18:03:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/econoler.com\/?post_type=case_study&p=6622"},"modified":"2026-03-24T18:26:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T18:26:25","slug":"financing-the-transition-empowering-canadian-smes-to-decarbonize-their-buildings","status":"publish","type":"case_study","link":"https:\/\/econoler.com\/en-ca\/case-studies\/financing-the-transition-empowering-canadian-smes-to-decarbonize-their-buildings\/","title":{"rendered":"Financing the Transition: Empowering Canadian SMEs to Decarbonize Their Buildings"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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To respond to the diverse needs and readiness levels of SMEs, the pilot program was structured around two participation paths:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Retrofit Path<\/strong> 
SMEs could explore the implementation of at least two energy efficiency measures, with the objective of achieving a minimum 20% reduction in energy consumption. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Green Building Certification Path<\/strong> 
SMEs could pursue one of several recognized green building certifications, based on their building type, objectives, and level of readiness. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Econoler\u2019s role focused on providing high-level guidance on retrofit pathways and green building certification standards, helping SMEs understand requirements, benefits, and key considerations associated with each path.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Supporting SMEs Across Canada<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Between 2022 and 2025, Econoler supported BDC in delivering the pilot program through several core components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n