Tier 2 — Medium · Updated October 2026
Off-Grid Solar in New Brunswick
Woodlot camps + rural cottages + outage resilience
New Brunswick off-grid market
New Brunswick off-grid market focuses on hunting + fishing camps (Miramichi, Fundy, St. Croix regions), rural cottages, and remote woodlot operations. Smaller volume than Nova Scotia but similar economic profile.
Climate & solar yield
Annual yield 1,105-1,155 kWh/kW. December 0.8-1.0.
Typical property types
Woodlot camps (30%), cottages (30%), rural homes (25%), seasonal properties (15%).
Programs & rebate stack
Federal: 30% refundable Clean Technology ITC for incorporated. NB Power Total Business Energy Savings Program applies to commercial.
Permit path
WorkSafeNB electrical permit inspection. Section 64 CEC compliance.
Winter design reality
December 0.8-1.0 kWh/kW/day. Backup generator essential for year-round properties.
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