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Grant and Funding
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  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Utilities
  • Manufacturing
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
  • Public administration
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  • Ministère de l'Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs
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Context Quebec is committed to reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 37.5% below 1990 levels by 2030, and by 50% by 2050. Bioenergy, a renewable energy produced from biomass, can play an important role in achieving these objectives. The Bioenergy program The Quebec government's Bioenergies program offers financial assistance to businesses, institutions and municipalities to encourage them to convert their energy production systems to bioenergy. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

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  • Conversion projects to bioenergy from fossil fuel systems
  • Production of renewable natural gas with injection into the gas network or connection to the distribution network
  • Demonstration projects for new technologies, including bioenergy production
  • Infrastructure projects for the treatment of organic materials through anaerobic digestion and composting
  • Innovation projects for the transformation of forest products
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$1,250,000

Sherbrooke
Renewable natural gas production with injection into the gas network.

$400,000

Montreal
Demonstration project for a new bioenergy production technology.

$1,000,000

Trois-Rivières
Development of a renewable natural gas production facility.

$300,000

Abbotsford
Conversion of a dairy farm's heating system from propane to woodchip biomass.

$600,000

Saguenay
Innovation project for transforming forest products into biofuel.

$750,000

Longueuil
Anaerobic digestion facility for organic waste treatment.

grant_single_labels|admissibility

1. Be established in Quebec.
The head office of the company or institution must be located in Quebec.
The municipality must be located in Quebec.
2. Carry out projects in Quebec.
Projects involving the implementation of bioenergy production systems must be carried out in Quebec.
Projects to analyze the technical and economic feasibility of converting to bioenergy may be carried out in Quebec or elsewhere, but the results must be applied to future projects in Quebec.
3. Comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Companies, institutions and municipalities must comply with all laws and regulations applicable in Québec, including environmental, health and safety, and taxation laws and regulations.
4. Commit to maintaining investments made for at least five years.
Businesses, institutions and municipalities must commit to maintaining their Bioenergies program investments for at least five years after the end of the project.

In addition to these general conditions, there are specific eligibility requirements for each program component:
Component 1: Implementation projects
Implementation projects must be technically and economically viable.
Projects must comply with current standards and technical requirements.
Projects must contribute to the reduction of GHG emissions.

Section 2: Analysis projects
Analysis projects must be carried out by qualified experts.
Analysis projects must provide clear and precise information on the technical and economic feasibility of conversion to bioenergy.

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Quebec's Bioenergies program is open to a wide range of Quebec players wishing to convert their energy production systems to biomass.
Here are the main eligibility categories:
1. Businesses:
Small, medium and large businesses operating in all sectors that consume thermal energy for their processes or heating.
Manufacturing, forestry, agri-food, mining industries, etc.
Construction and renovation companies carrying out bioenergy conversion projects for their customers.
2. Institutions:
Educational institutions, hospitals, research centers, etc. looking to reduce their energy costs and carbon footprint.
Public and government buildings seeking to comply with Quebec's energy transition objectives.
3. Municipalities:
Municipalities wishing to heat their municipal buildings, swimming pools or produce domestic hot water with biomass.
Municipalities that encourage the development of bioenergy on their territory by supporting community projects or establishing biomass heat networks.
4. Non-profit organizations (NPOs):
NPOs working to protect the environment, promote sustainable development or combat poverty.
NPOs that manage bioenergy conversion projects for disadvantaged communities or RCMs.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

Although the Bioenergy program is open to a wide range of players, certain categories are not eligible.
Here are the main exclusions:
1. Individuals:
The program is not intended for individuals wishing to convert their primary residence to bioenergy.
Specific programs exist to support residential energy transition.
2. Ineligible projects:
Projects not related to thermal energy production (e.g. biogas for transportation).
Projects that do not comply with current technical standards and requirements.
Projects that do not significantly reduce GHG emissions.
Projects located outside Quebec.
3. Ineligible entities:
Companies or institutions with a history of non-compliance with laws or regulations.
Entities in bankruptcy or insolvency.
Entities whose activities are contrary to the values and objectives of the program.

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Component 1: Implementation projects

  • Engineering and feasibility studies: Preliminary and detailed studies to assess the technical and economic viability of the project.
  • Analysis of biomass requirements and supply options.
  • Design and sizing of bioenergy production systems.
  • Procurement and installation of equipment: boilers, burners, gasifiers, etc.
  • Biomass handling and storage systems.
  • Control and instrumentation systems.
  • Pollutant emission treatment equipment.
  • Construction and installation work:Modifications to existing buildings and infrastructure.
  • Construction of new facilities.
  • Connection to electricity or heat networks.
  • Commissioning and testing:Start-up and adjustment of bioenergy production systems.
  • Performance and compliance testing.
  • Additional engineering, installation and commissioning costs:Cost differences between bioenergy and traditional approaches.

Component 2: Analysis projects

  • Expert services: In-depth technical and economic feasibility studies.
  • Biomass market analyses.
  • Environmental and social impact assessments.
  • Travel and accommodation expenses:Travel related to studies and analyses.
  • Specialized tools and software:Acquisition of modeling and simulation software.
  • Acquisition of biomass databases.

Ineligible expenses:
  • Current operating and maintenance expenses.
  • Debt repayment.
  • Distribution of profits to shareholders.
  • Promotional and marketing activities.
  • Purchase of land and buildings.

Financial assistance and accumulation:
  • The Bioenergies program offers financing of up to 50% of eligible expenses, with a minimum of $10,000 and a maximum of $5,000,000.
  • Cumulative financial assistance from different programs may not exceed 75% of total eligible expenses.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

All of Quebec is eligible for this program

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Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria include:
  • The program aims to support projects that convert fossil fuel systems to bioenergy systems for thermal energy production, heating, or industrial processes.
  • Financial assistance can go up to $5 million for an implementation project.
  • Support for the production of renewable natural gas involved in injection into the gas network or connection to the distribution network.
  • Programs like Technoclimat for showcasing new technologies, including bioenergy production.
  • Programs for organic matter treatment through biomethanization and composting projects.
  • Innovation Wood Program aimed at promoting innovative projects in the transformation of forest products.

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1. Preparing your application:
  • Carefully read the application guides and forms available on the program website.
  • Gather the necessary supporting documents, such as technical plans, specifications, permits, etc.
  • Fill in the online or paper application form, providing all required information.
2. Submitting the application:
  • Submit the complete application electronically or by post, according to the program's instructions.
  • Respect application deadlines.
3. Application evaluation:
  • A team of Bioenergy program experts assesses the application against the eligibility criteria and program objectives.
  • The team may request additional information or clarification if necessary.
4. Decision and notification:
  • The Bioenergy program communicates its decision in writing to the applicant, stating the reasons for the decision.
  • If the application is approved, the program issues a funding agreement defining the conditions and obligations of the recipient.
5. Monitoring and evaluation:
  • The Bioenergies program monitors funded projects and ensures that recipients comply with the terms of the funding agreement.
  • Projects are evaluated after the fact to measure their impact on reducing GHG emissions and achieving program objectives.

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  • Bioenergies are renewable energies produced from organic matter.
  • They can replace fossil fuels because of their lower environmental impact and their contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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Bioenergies Program

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nrcan.canadagreenerhomesgrant-subventionmaisonsvertes.rncan@canada.ca
1 833 674-8282
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