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ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream
Financial assistance for energy management systems in Quebec
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 150,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
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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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
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.
Eligibility
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.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream?
Up to $310,000 to cover 75% of the costs of implementing an energy management system in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
How much funding can be received?
ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $150,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream program?
To be eligible for the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream program, you must:
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.
What expenses are eligible under ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream?
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.
Who can I contact for more information about the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream?
You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at transitionenergetique.affaires@mern.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 1-866-266-0008.
Where is the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream available?
The ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
ÉcoPerformance — Energy management stream is a Grant and Funding