CFIN Atlantic: Greening Your Food Manufacturing Operation Program
The CFIN Atlantic: Greening Your Food Manufacturing Operation Program supports food and beverage manufacturers as they analyze and improve operations sustainability. This initiative helps businesses reduce their carbon footprint and enhance eco-friendly practices, fostering a more sustainable future for the sector.
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Funding Snapshot: CFIN Atlantic – Greening Your Food Manufacturing Operation Program
The program supports manufacturers to assess their sustainability practices and develop actionable strategies to address challenges such as food waste, energy usage, and green packaging.
Funding Amount
- 70% of the costs for engaging a third-party consultant, up to a maximum of $25,000 per applicant (non-repayable).
Eligibility
- Applicants: Food or beverage manufacturers with at least 2 years of operation history.
- Location: Must be in one of the Atlantic provinces: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, or Newfoundland & Labrador.
- Project Scope: Engage an external vendor to assess waste reduction, energy efficiency, packaging sustainability, or another eligible greening activity.
- Completion: All project activities must be completed by December 31, 2024.
Eligible Costs
Eligible costs include:
- Consulting;
- Sub-contractor fees; and
- Travel fees for consultants/contractors.
Funding Priorities
- Projects that focus on significant reductions in food waste, energy consumption, or implementation of sustainable packaging solutions.
- Initiatives that enhance overall operational sustainability and minimize environmental impact.
Access Funding Within the Food Manufacturing Industry
The CFIN Atlantic: Greening Your Food Manufacturing Operation Program offers a significant opportunity for food and beverage manufacturers to advance their sustainability goals. By providing financial support for consulting services, this program empowers businesses to develop effective strategies for reducing their environmental impact. This initiative is a vital step towards a greener, more sustainable food manufacturing sector in Atlantic Canada.
Did you know that the Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN) has multiple streams of funding for different food manufacturing projects? Discover our CFIN Program Details page to learn more about grant funding opportunities.
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