Investing in a Net-Zero Future
We support carbon reduction initiatives through a combination of investments, grants, partnerships and capacity building.
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the Halifax/Kjipuktuk region
The Halifax Climate Investment, Innovation and Impact (HCi3) Fund seeks to invest in a net-zero Halifax/Kjipuktuk for everyone as part of Canada’s goal to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. HCi3 works with partners to support meaningful climate solutions while also promoting equity, reconciliation and shared benefits for local communities. HCi3 is a subsidiary of EfficiencyOne and a member of the Low Carbon Cities Canada Network established by the Government of Canada.
What we offer
Accelerating to Zero Grant Program
HCi3’s Accelerating to Zero (A2Z) grant program supports innovative projects that help Halifax/Kjipuktuk reach its goal of becoming net-zero by 2050 through a just and equitable low-carbon transition.
Photo credit: Hope Blooms
Impact Investing
Through our Impact Investing program, we are looking to offer novel financing structures to accelerate measurable, equitable, meaningful and scalable climate solutions. HCi3 invests in low-carbon solutions that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, support a just transition and positively impact communities.
Land Acknowledgement
HCi3 is located in Kjipuktuk, within the traditional, unceded and unsurrendered territory of Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and present home of the Mi’kmaq. They have lived here for over 10,000 years in deep relationship with the land and its inhabitants. In line with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call to Action #92 and the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) Articles 18, 19, and 32, we commit to meaningful consultation, respectful relationships, and informed action with Indigenous peoples. We understand the importance of learning, listening, and partnering with the Mi’kmaq people and honour their wisdom and enduring contributions. Together, we strive to ensure a healthy and sustainable future for our children and the generations to come.
Additionally, we acknowledge the invaluable contributions of African Nova Scotians, who have resided in this region for over 400 years. Their presence and experiences are an integral part of our history and the future of environmental stewardship, and we honour their enduring relationship with the land.
As we engage in our work, we are mindful of the diverse and interconnected histories that shape Mi’kma’ki. We commit to fostering an understanding of the land and its people, recognizing that sustainable practices must be built upon a foundation of respect, collaboration, and acknowledgment of the profound legacies that precede us.
Grant Profiles
