Incentives to Green Investment Scheme (Umbrella Scheme)
The Incentives to Green Investment Scheme, 2017 encourages industries in Goa to adopt eco-friendly technologies, renewable energy solutions, and environmentally responsible practices. The Government aims to promote industrial growth without harming Goa’s natural environment by supporting units that invest in water and energy audits, energy-saving equipment, and resource-efficient technologies.
Benefits
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Audit Reimbursement: 25% of water/energy audit costs, max ₹1 lakh/unit during scheme.
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Capital Reimbursement: 40% of energy conservation equipment costs, max ₹10 lakh/unit; multiple uses under ceiling.
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Subsidy Cap: Adds to State/Central subsidies (except same equipment); total ≤100% equipment value.
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Budget Limit: Fund-dependent; no guarantee if exhausted.
Eligibility
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All manufacturing units (Micro, Small, Medium, and Large) operating in Goa.
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Units must install or adopt energy conservation equipment or conduct recognized energy/water audits.
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Equipment must qualify as fixed assets used for energy conservation.
Required Documentation
Self-attested copy of registration under Umbrella Scheme
Self-declaration in the format provided
Documentary proof for (5.1) b and/or 5.1(ii) b
Certificate from Chartered Accountant certifying purchase value of equipment along with invoice and mention of all subsidies including soft loans and interest paid
How to Apply?
Log in to the UDP Goa website.
Select Incentives to Green Investment Scheme, 2017 from the list of schemes.
Click on the Apply button.
Site will redirect to the Goa Online Portal to submit your application.