Canada CFR Program

Rebates for EV charging stations through Canada’s Clean Fuel Regulations

Earning Rebates through Canada’s Clean Fuel Regulations

Canada’s Clean Fuel Regulations are designed to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from transportation fuels by incentivizing clean energy. The Regulations require fuel suppliers to reduce their emissions or purchase CFR credits, which can be generated and sold by owners of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations.

By opting into the Regulations, EV charging station owners can earn credits for each metric ton of CO2 equivalent (MTCO2e) emissions avoided through the delivery of electricity to electricity-powered vehicles. Learn how you can take advantage.

Eligibility

Under the Clean Fuel Regulations, Canada-based EV charging station owners are eligible to generate CFR credits for electricity delivered as a transportation fuel. The following types of EV charging stations are eligible to earn credits in Canada:

Electricity Supplied to Electric / Hydrogen Forklift Trucks GSE
Electricity Supplied to Electric Transportation Refrigeration Units (eTRUs)
Electricity Supplied to Electric Trucks - All Classes and Yard Tractors
Electricity Supplied to Electric Buses and Shuttles

Does my charging infrastructure qualify to earn credits under the Regulations?

If you own an electric vehicle charger, you may be eligible. If you’re unsure whether your charging infrastructure qualifies, contact us today.

Am I required to opt into the Regulations?

Regulated fuel producers in Canada, including importers and suppliers of fossil fuels, are the only entities required to report their emissions.

What happens if I don’t opt in?

Voluntary participants, such as EV charging station owners, are not required to opt into the Regulations. However, the rebates you would otherwise earn will go unclaimed.

Am I still eligible if I only have one electric vehicle charging station?

Yes – Canadian businesses of any size are encouraged to enroll with Smart Rebates™. You’ll earn monetary rebates regardless of your charging station fleet size.

Application

The application process for the Regulations requires owners of EV charging stations to register with the Minister. With Smart Charging Technologies’ Smart Rebates™ program, this process is simplified. Smart Rebates™ ensures that you meet all the eligibility requirements through the streamlined opt-in process and will register your organization as a credit creator.

My business was previously registered with the Renewable Fuels Regulation. Will I need to reapply to the Clean Fuel Regulations?

Yes, if you were enrolled with the Renewable Fuels Regulation, you will need to reapply to the Clean Fuels Regulations. However, if you apply through Smart Rebates™, we’ll assist you in the application process to ensure compliance.

My business is located in British Columbia. Do I register with the British Columbia Low Carbon Fuels Standard or with the federal Clean Fuels Regulations?

On-road EV charging station owners in British Columbia can register with both programs to earn more credits. Off-road charging station hosts for vehicles like electric lift trucks are excluded from BC's provincial program.

How long does the application process typically take?

When you enroll with Smart Rebates™ we’ll perform an on-site audit to estimate your earnings and will immediately begin the application process. You’ll be able to sell your credits in Quarter 1 of the next year and earn your first rebate cheque in Quarter 2.

How can my company enroll in Smart Rebates™?

Companies interested in Smart Rebates™ must first opt-in by completing our streamlined opt-in package and our Participation Agreement. This will allow Smart Charging Technologies (SCT) to survey your sites, assess your electric vehicle charging stations, and confirm eligibility.

Reselling

EV charging station owners receive CFR credits for every metric ton of CO2 equivalent (CO2e) emissions avoided. These are sold on the market to fuel producers that need to offset their own emissions. The CFR credit market is based on supply and demand, so the values of credits may vary.

Credit aggregators like Smart Charging Technologies (SCT) manage the trading process and sell credits in bulk. As one of the largest credit aggregators in North America, we ensure that owners of electric vehicle charging stations earn the highest price for their CFR credits.

What kind of rebates can I expect to earn?

The energy credit market is based on supply and demand and may vary with the type and quantity of EV charging equipment. When you enroll with us, you’ll receive a no-cost on-site audit to get you an estimate of your potential earnings. Contact us to initiate the audit process.

How long can I expect to receive rebates?

The Regulations are currently planned to remain active until 2030. However, the Regulations are expected to be extended to continue reducing Canada’s transportation emissions.

Rebates

Rebates are earned on an annual basis based on the amount of electricity delivered from your EV charging stations, as well as on the supply-and-demand market of CFR credit trading.

You’ll receive annual cheques that reflect the value of your sold CFR credits, which you can apply to any business expenses.

What’s the catch?

There is no catch! The Regulations are an effective tool designed to incentivize Canadian businesses to reduce their carbon emissions and award investments in cleaner technologies.

When can I expect my first rebate cheque?

After application, credits are sold in Quarter 1 of the following year and rebate cheques are issued in Quarter 2.

Reporting

EV charging station owners that opt into the Regulations are subject to annual reporting and record-keeping requirements. With Smart Rebates™, SCT manages all your reporting requirements. With our proprietary reporting tools, we provide all our clients with an audit protection guarantee to help you ensure compliance.

We submit all required reports through the Clean Fuel Regulations Credit and Tracking System (CATS) by the following deadlines:

April 30th – Annual credit creation report that details the creation of CFR credits during that compliance period.
June 30th – Credit creation report for the compliance period that ends on December 31.
April 30th of the following year – Single report that combines the required credit-creation reports for the compliance period that ends on June 30 and the compliance period that ends on December 31.

Meeting these deadlines without the help of a credit manager can be time-intensive and subject to fines in the event of a misreport. By enrolling with Smart Rebates™, you don’t have to worry about missing important reporting deadlines – we’ll take care of that for you at no out-of-pocket cost.

What type of data is being collected and reported to the Clean Fuel Regulations Credit and Tracking System?

Smart Rebates™ only requires your company to provide SCT or our service providers with access to your site and electricity usage data.

What happens if my site changes or if I purchase new charging stations?

We’ll perform a no-cost in-person audit to document all changes and ensure that all relevant changes are reported correctly.

What happens if I report inaccurate data?

Inaccurate reporting may result in fines from the Minister. Our services help you avoid the risks associated with self-reporting.

Get More Information

When you enroll in Smart Rebates™, we’ll perform an in-person audit to give you an estimate of your earnings and ensure accurate reporting. We’ll handle the application, reselling, and reporting processes for you.

As an electric charging station owner in Canada, you’ll be able to earn additional revenue from your charging stations with Smart Rebates™, with no risk of fines or inaccurate data readings.

Ready to learn more? Get more information about how our Smart Rebates™ program works.

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