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Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component
Energy-efficiency funding for farm operations
Latest source updateLast Update: July 4, 2026Latest change: Hydro-Québec’s agricultural component pages now use clearer help wording, and a transitional-rules page removes the explicit exclusion for proposals submitted before June 9, 2020.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 4, 2026
Latest change: Hydro-Québec’s agricultural component pages now use clearer help wording, and a transitional-rules page removes the explicit exclusion for proposals submitted before June 9, 2020.
Agricultural Component guidance and eligibility clarified
Hydro-Québec updated several agricultural-component support pages to use clearer form-based help text, including wording that users should fill out the form and will receive a response or be directed to the appropriate resource. The submission endpoint itself stays the same, but the guidance around the OSE tool, get-in-touch links, and help sections was refined. The transitional-rules content also changed: the explicit statement that proposals submitted before June 9, 2020 are ineligible was removed, and the broader program context continues to reference the March 31, 2026 requirements update. On the guide side, the application workflow was rearranged with a new “Acceptation de la Proposition de Projet” step and revised document-sequence wording, while funding details such as the $1,000, $750, $350, and $750 equipment amounts and the $100 minimum funding note remain visible.
Funding available
$ 100
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Hydro-Québec’s Efficient Solutions Program – Farming Component supports agricultural businesses in Quebec through energy-efficiency funding for farm buildings. It covers eligible products, equipment, and systems, including LED lighting, ventilation, milking equipment, piglet warmers, and greenhouse measures.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Optimize production processes
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 100 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Upgrading lighting with LED products
- Improving ventilation with high-efficiency fans
- Replacing milking equipment
- Installing piglet warmers
- Implementing greenhouse energy-efficiency measures and equipment-and-systems measures
Documents Needed
- Electricity bill showing the contract number for the installation site
- Invoices for purchase and installation of eligible products and systems
- OSE form and confirmation of project completion
- Project-related supporting documents requested by Hydro-Québec
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Agricultural businesses and farm market participants in Quebec
- Individuals, companies, cooperatives, joint ventures, associations, unions, trusts, and other legal entities
Who is not eligible
- Businesses outside the agricultural market
- Businesses not located in Quebec
- Projects involving mandatory compliance equipment or systems
- Projects that harm health, safety, or the environment
- Projects using non-eligible heat pump measures already submitted to ÉcoPerformance
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and installation of eligible energy-efficient products, equipment, and systems
- Programming of eligible equipment and systems for demand-response measures
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Products, equipment, or systems required to comply with Quebec or Canadian laws, regulations, or standards
- Projects that negatively affect health, safety, or the environment
- Projects that do not comply with applicable laws or regulations
- Measures involving heat pumps already submitted under the ÉcoPerformance bi-energy commercial and institutional program
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
This document outlines the evaluation and selection criteria specifically for projects applying under the Efficient Solutions Program - Farming Component.
- Project Relevance: Aligns with the objectives of energy efficiency and greenhouse operations (Point Weight: 25%).
- Innovativeness: Incorporates innovative products or systems, particularly in greenhouse technology (Point Weight: 20%).
- Cost Efficiency: Demonstrates cost-effective measures that provide substantial savings on energy consumption (Point Weight: 20%).
- Technical Feasibility: Shows technical preparedness and feasibility of the planned installations (Point Weight: 15%).
- Environmental Impact: Contributes positively towards reducing greenhouse gases and energy footprint (Point Weight: 10%).
- Budget Match: Budget aligns with funding requirements and demonstrates appropriate financial planning (Point Weight: 10%).
How to apply
- Use the Efficient Solutions OSE tool to evaluate the amount of funding you could receive for your project and send in your application once the products are installed.
- Use only the form generated by the OSE tool to submit your request.
Processing and Agreement
- Hydro-Québec acknowledges receipt of the submission.
- The project is reviewed for compliance, and additional documents may be requested.
- Hydro-Québec may inspect the installation and approve or revise the funding amount.
- If the project meets the requirements, the financial assistance is paid to the participant.
Contacts
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component Program
What is the Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component?
Hydro-Québec’s Efficient Solutions Program – Farming Component supports agricultural businesses in Quebec through energy-efficiency funding for farm buildings. It covers eligible products, equipment, and systems, including LED lighting, ventilation, milking equipment, piglet warmers, and greenhouse measures.
Who is eligible for the Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component program?
To be eligible for the Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component program, you must:
Project in a Quebec farm building
Eligible products or systems
OSE version matching work start date
What expenses are eligible under Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component?
Upgrading lighting with LED products
Improving ventilation with high-efficiency fans
Replacing milking equipment
Installing piglet warmers
Implementing greenhouse energy-efficiency measures and equipment-and-systems measures
Who can I contact for more information about the Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component?
You can contact Hydro-Québec by email at bureau.eeaffaires@hydroquebec.com or by phone at 1 800 463-9900.
Where is the Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component available?
The Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component?
Efficient Solutions Program — Agricultural Component is funded by Hydro-Québec