How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $100000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the ÉcoPerformance — Recommissioning of building mechanical systems?

ÉcoPerformance — Recommissioning of building mechanical systems is funded by Gouvernement du Québec

ÉcoPerformance — Recommissioning of building mechanical systems

Q: What are ÉcoPerformance — Recommissioning of building mechanical systems's eligibility criterias?

Applicants must provide a signed and dated Description of the analysis by an accredited agent in RCx. Applicants must submit a signed and dated Formulaire de demande d’aide financière PDF by the authorized signatory registered in the Registre des entreprises du Québec (REQ). The project must ensure adherence to the program requirements as outlined in the Guide détaillé du participant.

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Funding to optimize the operation of building mechanical systems

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Grant and Funding

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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Manufacturing
Retail trade
Other services (except public administration)

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Gouvernement du Québec

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Receive 75% of eligible costs up to $100,000 for the completion of analyses, audits, and procedures for the recommissioning of building heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, regardless of the form of energy used.

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This grant is dedicated to optimizing the performance of building mechanical systems to enhance energy efficiency across various structures. Eligible projects emphasize the recommissioning of existing building systems, focused primarily on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and lighting systems.

Heating systems optimization for existing buildings.
Ventilation systems optimization for existing buildings.
Air conditioning systems optimization for existing buildings.
Lighting systems optimization for existing buildings.

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$ 90,000

Recommission HVAC and lighting systems in a downtown office building

$ 71,250

Energy-efficient HVAC upgrades for a retail store to lower operational costs

$ 82,500

Recommission HVAC systems in a university building to enhance energy savings

$ 75,000

Energy-efficient upgrades for HVAC systems in a hospital

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The eligibility criteria for the ÉcoPerformance program's recommissioning projects are as follows:

Projects must aim to optimize the functioning of existing building systems such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and lighting to reduce energy consumption.
Applicants must follow the steps outlined in the Guide détaillé du participant, including submitting complete financial aid applications and required documents signed by a recognized accreditor.
The project must use professionals accredited by the MELCCFP to oversee planning, investigation, and monitoring phases.
Applicants should ensure that no expenses are claimed prior to the date of eligibility provided by the program.
All required documentation for each stage of the project must be submitted according to the specified timelines.

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Some types of companies eligible for this grant include small businesses, institutions, industries, and producers. The grant is open to a wide range of companies across various sectors.

Small businesses
Institutions
Industries
Producers

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The grant covers specific expenses associated with recommissioning existing building mechanical systems to optimize their energy efficiency.

Fees for accredited agents and consultants where applicable.
Fees for internal specialists, including salary, benefits, travel, and living expenses up to an eligible cap.
Costs for renting measurement equipment.

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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The selection criteria for the remise au point des systèmes mécaniques des bâtiments grant are as follows:

Completeness and adherence to program requirements of the application
Quality and relevance of the proposed project
Experience and qualifications of the applicant and their team
Budget efficiency and realistic funding request
Potential for energy savings and environmental impact

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Initial submission of the application

Provide the Financial Aid Application Form (tabs 1 and 3.1) duly filled out.
Attach the signed and dated Financial Aid Application Form.
Include the Description of the analysis signed and dated by an accredited RCx agent.
Send the documents by email to: transitionenergetique.affaires@mern.gouv.qc.ca.

Assessment of the request

A program officer evaluates your file after complete receipt.
Receive an eligibility date for expenses if the application meets the program's criteria.

Eligibility Confirmation

Receive the Confirmation document of the conditions of the financial aid agreement to complete certain details.
Receive a letter informing of the maximum amount of financial aid.
Sign the financial aid agreement sent for signature.

First payment of financial aid

Provide a copy of the order form authorizing the execution of the mandate.
Submit the Analysis Report - investigation section signed and dated.
Update the Financial Assistance Application Form (tab 3.1) and the order form to the accredited agent.
Provide copies of invoices justifying eligible costs.
Receive 75% of eligible expenses for the investigation phase.

Implementation of the recommended measures

Implement the recommended measures.
The accredited agent updates the documentation of the mechanical systems.
Train the responsible personnel for the maintenance of the implemented measures.

Delivery of documents for project monitoring

Provide the Analysis Report - transfer section signed and dated.
Update tabs 2 and 3.1 of the Financial Aid Application Form.
Provide copies of invoices for eligible costs.
Send a commitment letter for the continuous monitoring phase.
Validate the compliance of the documents to receive the second financial aid payment.

Continuous monitoring

Carry out continuous monitoring with the accredited agent to sustain the savings.
Provide two annual analysis reports of continuous monitoring that are signed and dated.
Provide invoices for the monitoring stages within the specified deadlines.

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Additional relevant details for this grant include:

The grant provides a maximum of 75% coverage up to $100,000 per site, based on the eligible expenses incurred during the recommissioning process.
There is an emphasis on the importance of having accredited professionals execute the project planning and monitoring to ensure a successful mechanical system recommissioning.
Accreditation by the MELCCFP is necessary for professionals to participate in the program and produce standardized documentation.
The program stipulates a structured timeline, including a 24-month period for reporting and continuous follow-up after implementing the recommended measures.
Applicants must update their request for financial aid and resubmit supporting documentation periodically throughout the project phases.