Use this guide to quickly pick the right grant for your equipment or technology upgrade. If you need more detail, see the full guide pages for each scheme.
Read This First
- EEG is for energy efficiency: equipment must reduce energy consumption. Focus sectors include Construction, F&B, Manufacturing, Retail, Maritime, Data Centres.
- PSG is for productivity: IT solutions, software, and equipment that improve productivity, automation, or digital capabilities across all sectors.
- Cap limits: EEG offers S$30K-S$350K depending on base vs advanced, PSG offers up to S$30K per year.
- Don’t start work before applying: signed purchase orders, delivery of equipment, or payment before application approval can make you ineligible.
Quick Decision Matrix
| EEG | PSG | |
|---|---|---|
| Energy-efficient chillers/cooling systems | ✓ | — |
| LED lighting systems | ✓ | — |
| Energy-efficient motors/compressors | ✓ | — |
| IT hardware/software solutions | — | ✓ |
| POS systems / inventory management | — | ✓ |
| Automation equipment (non-energy focus) | — | ✓ |
| Primary goal: reduce electricity bills | ✓ | — |
| Primary goal: increase productivity | — | ✓ |
Legend: ✓ = Use this grant | — = Not applicable
At a Glance
| EEG (Base) | EEG (Advanced) | PSG | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cap | S$30K | Up to S$350K | S$30K/year |
| Support rate (SME) | Up to 70% | Up to 70% | Up to 50% |
| Support rate (non-SME) | Up to 30% | Up to 30% | Up to 50% |
| Focus sectors | Construction, F&B, Manufacturing, Retail, Maritime, Data Centre | Same as Base | All sectors |
| Equipment type | Energy-efficient only | Energy-efficient + system integration | IT solutions + equipment |
Common Scenarios
- “I want to replace old lighting with LED to save electricity” → EEG Base Grant
- “I need a new chiller for my cold storage facility” → EEG Base Grant (if energy-efficient model)
- “I want to install a POS system for my F&B outlet” → PSG
- “I need automation equipment to speed up production” → PSG (unless primary benefit is energy savings)
- “I want to upgrade my entire building cooling system with smart controls” → EEG Advanced Grant
- “I need accounting software and hardware” → PSG
Before You Apply
- Don’t start work before submitting your application (no POs, no delivery, no installation)
- Check pre-approved equipment lists on the NEA (for EEG) or IMDA (for PSG) websites
- SME vs non-SME: SME status affects your support rate (higher for SMEs)
- If you’re not set up yet: Corppass Setup Guide
Decision Tree
Related Guides
- How to Choose? PSG vs EDG vs ADS — if you’re also considering advanced digital solutions
- Grant Pitfalls Guide - Common pitfalls to avoid when applying for EEG or PSG
- How to Choose? PSG vs EDG - Use this matrix to choose between PSG and EDG for your business upgrade
- How to Choose? EDG vs PSG vs EEG - Decision matrix for operational upgrade grants
- Energy Efficiency Grant (EEG) — detailed eligibility and equipment lists
- EEG Efficiency Standards: Understanding EnterpriseSG Requirements — technical reference for efficiency standards and ratings
- EEG Equipment Guide — complete overview of available equipment by sector
- Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG) — full guide to pre-approved solutions
- Singapore Grants Glossary
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