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

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Financial assistance for energy management systems in Quebec

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Utilities

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Gouvernement du Québec

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

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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.

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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.

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$ 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

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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).

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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.

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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.

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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

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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:

Step 1: Initial Documentation Submission
Complete the Financial Aid Application Form in Excel, including sheets 1 and 3.1.
Submit a signed and dated PDF version of the Financial Aid Application Form by the authorized signatory.
Provide a signed and dated Implementation Description of an energy management system by an engineer.
Submit the Assessment of the overall situation based on 10 criteria – Energy Management Component.
Send all these documents via email to: transitionenergetique.affaires@mern.gouv.qc.ca.
Step 2: Application Evaluation
A program officer is assigned once a complete application is received to evaluate the file.
If eligible, receive a date indicating the eligibility of expenses. Previously made engagements and expenses won't be eligible.
Step 3: Confirmation of Application
Upon successful evaluation, receive and fill out the Confirmation of Financial Aid Terms document.
Receive a notification letter indicating the maximum grant amount possible.
Sign a financial aid agreement with both parties required.
Step 4: Receive First Payment
Provide a dated and signed copy of the purchase order authorizing the chosen company to execute the mandate.
Submit a corrected financial aid application form noting amounts and dates of any purchase orders and invoices paid.
Receive 50% of the allocated grant as per the financial aid agreement's terms.
Step 5: Final Report and Payment
Within 24 months of the financial aid agreement's start date, provide the Implementation Report signed and dated by an engineer.
Submit the updated Assessment of the overall situation based on 10 criteria – Energy Management Component.
Complete and update tabs 2 and 3.1 of the Financial Aid Application Form.
Upon validation, receive the remaining aid allocated for the analysis.
Step 6: Annual Monitoring
MELCCFP performs annual monitoring of the agreed measures until the agreement ends.
Submit annually the updated financial aid application form with tab 2 completed for the duration of the agreement.

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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.