How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $150000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream?

ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream is funded by Gouvernement du Québec

What are ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must submit a detailed energy management implementation description signed by an engineer who is a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ). The applicant must provide an Evaluation of the global situation based on 10 criteria in the energy management stream.

ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Financial assistance for energy management systems in Quebec

ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $150,000
Up to 75% of project cost

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Utilities

Grant Providers

Gouvernement du Québec

Program status

Open

Overview of the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream program

Up to $310,000 to cover 75% of the costs of implementing an energy management system in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Financing terms and conditions

The ÉcoPerformance Energy Management Stream provides financial assistance to facilitate the implementation of energy management systems. Assistance is calculated based on specific expense categories and percentage coverage.

Funding covers 75% of expenses associated with hiring an energy manager, capped at $10,000.
Seventy-five percent of training costs on energy management and ISO 50001 are covered, up to $50,000.
External specialist consultation and certification services are reimbursed at 75%, with a maximum of $100,000.
Purchases of measuring equipment, sensors, and programming are funded at 75%, up to $150,000.
ISO 50001 certification costs through accredited organizations are supported at 75%, capped at $10,000.

Eligible projects & activities

The ÉcoPerformance energy management stream provides financial support for projects that implement and enhance energy management systems to improve overall energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. These projects are systematically aligned with international standards to optimize energy use across organizations or sites.

Hiring an energy manager to oversee and implement energy systems.
Providing training on energy management and ISO 50001 standards.
Engaging external specialists for guidance in system implementation, conducting third-party audits, and achieving certification.
Purchasing measurement equipment, sensors, and programming tools necessary for energy management.
Obtaining ISO 50001 certification from an accredited certification body.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 90,000

Implementing an energy management system at a local cooperative factory

$ 112,500

Creating an energy-efficient system for a restaurant chain

$ 105,000

Implementing energy-saving measures for a retail business

Eligibility criteria of the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream program

Eligibility for this grant is determined based on specific criteria related to the type of organization and compliance with particular standards.

The applicant must be capable of implementing an energy management system aligned with ISO 50001 and the practical guidelines for energy management systems.
An authorized signer, who appears in the Registre des entreprises du Québec (REQ) or has power of attorney, must complete and sign the necessary documents.
An engineer signing off on project documents must be a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).

Who is eligible?

This grant supports organizations aiming to implement an energy management system that aligns with the principles of the international standard ISO 50001.

Companies looking to hire an energy manager to improve efficiency.
Organizations seeking training on energy management and ISO 50001 standards.
Entities requiring external specialist consultancy for system implementation and third-party audits.
Businesses planning to acquire measurement equipment and sensors for energy management.
Applicants interested in obtaining ISO 50001 certification from an accredited certification body.

Eligible expenses

The grant covers specific expenses directly related to the implementation of an energy management system.

Consulting fees for external specialists.
Costs of purchasing measurement equipment.

Eligibility criteria of the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream program

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:

Submission of complete application documents
Compliance with program requirements
Assessment of eligibility of expenses
Confirmation of details through the aid agreement

How to apply to the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream program

Preparation of documents

Fill out the Financial Assistance Application Form.
Complete tabs 1 and 3.1 of the form in Excel format.
Sign and date the PDF financial assistance application form by an authorized signatory.
Draft the Implementation Description of an energy management system, signed and dated by an engineer.
Provide the Global Situation Assessment according to the 10 criteria of the energy management component, duly completed.
Send the documents by email to transitionenergetique.affaires@mern.gouv.qc.ca.

Assessment of the request

A program officer is assigned to evaluate the complete application.
If the application meets the criteria, a date for eligibility of expenses will be communicated.

Confirmation of the terms

Receive the document Confirmation of the conditions of the financial aid agreement to be completed.
Receipt of a letter indicating the maximum amount of financial aid.
Sign the financial aid agreement by both parties.

First payment

Provide a dated and signed copy of the purchase order for the chosen company.
Update the financial aid application form with the amounts and dates of the purchase orders and paid invoices.
Receive 50% of the financial aid granted according to the terms of the financial aid agreement.

Implementation Report

Submit the Energy Management System implementation report, signed by an engineer, within 24 months following the entry into force of the agreement.
Update the Overall Situation Assessment.
Update the application form with tabs 2 and 3.1 completed.
Validation of compliance to receive the final payment.

Annual follow-up

Provide an annual update with the financial aid application form, tab 2 completed.
Participate in the annual follow-up conducted by the MELCCFP until the end of the agreement.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The grant application requires signature and validation by an engineer who is a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
The amount of financial aid is based on the current state of the energy management system and the objectives set out in the application.
A signatory authorized in the Registre des entreprises du Québec must sign the application documents; otherwise, a proxy must be provided.

Documents and links

ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream

Contact Gouvernement du Québec

transitionenergetique.affaires@mern.gouv.qc.ca

1-866-266-0008

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