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Conversion of natural gas heating to dual-energy
Funding for business dual-energy heating conversion
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Funding available
$ 6,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports the conversion of business heating systems to dual energy, with grants covering up to 80% of conversion costs. It applies to eligible commercial, institutional, and multi-unit residential projects, including appliance replacement, adding electric heating units, and new dual-energy installations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Retail trade
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
- Housing
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Replacement of end-of-life natural gas furnaces with dual-energy equipment.
- Addition of electric heating units in dual-energy mode alongside existing gas units.
- Installation of dual-energy systems in new construction or expansions.
Documents Needed
- Dual-Energy Program Participant’s Guide
- Grant application form
- Project plan
- Commissioning report
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Énergir business customers.
- Commercial sector organizations.
- Institutional organizations.
- Multi-unit residential buildings with 20 units or more.
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and installation of dual-energy heating equipment.
- Electrical work required for the installation.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Type of building.
- Estimated project costs.
- Equipment to be installed.
- Energy capacity of the equipment.
How to apply
- Step 1: Assess your needs
- Discuss your project with a professional, contractor, certified partner, or engineer.
- Contact customer service if you need help finding the right contact.
- Step 2: Check project eligibility
- Complete the form to have your project reviewed.
- Get connected with specialized dual-energy partners if needed.
- Step 3: Prepare the project with a partner
- Work with your contractor, certified partner, or engineer on the project details.
- Follow support from project submission through commissioning and the grant request.
- Step 4: Sign and submit before installation
- Sign the required contract with Énergir before installation.
- Submit the grant application through the project process with your partner.
Processing and Agreement
- Project eligibility is checked with a contractor, certified partner, or engineer.
- For large projects, an engineer or consulting engineering firm may take charge.
- A contract must be signed with Énergir before installation.
- The contractor or partner supports the project through commissioning and grant application.
Additional information
- Program offered by Énergir and Hydro-Québec.
- Support from the Government of Quebec under the 2030 Plan for a Green Economy.
- A contract must be signed before installation to receive the assistance.
- Terms and amounts are subject to change without notice.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Conversion of natural gas heating to dual-energy Program
What is the Conversion of natural gas heating to dual-energy?
This program supports the conversion of business heating systems to dual energy, with grants covering up to 80% of conversion costs. It applies to eligible commercial, institutional, and multi-unit residential projects, including appliance replacement, adding electric heating units, and new dual-energy installations.
How much funding can be received?
Conversion of natural gas heating to dual-energy Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $6,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Conversion of natural gas heating to dual-energy program?
To be eligible for the Conversion of natural gas heating to dual-energy program, you must:
Énergir business customer
Commercial, institutional or multi-unit residential sector
New dual-energy heating equipment
What expenses are eligible under Conversion of natural gas heating to dual-energy?
Replacement of end-of-life natural gas furnaces with dual-energy equipment.
Addition of electric heating units in dual-energy mode alongside existing gas units.
Installation of dual-energy systems in new construction or expansions.
Who can I contact for more information about the Conversion of natural gas heating to dual-energy?
You can contact Energir or by phone at 1-833-835-1313.
Where is the Conversion of natural gas heating to dual-energy available?
The Conversion of natural gas heating to dual-energy program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Conversion of natural gas heating to dual-energy a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Conversion of natural gas heating to dual-energy is a Grant and Funding