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Efficient Solutions Program — Medium and Large Businesses Component
Energy support for efficient business equipment
Last Update: June 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Efficient Solutions Program supports businesses in Quebec to improve the energy performance of commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. It funds the purchase and installation of efficient equipment and systems, including heat pumps, automation equipment, and measures not listed in the OSE tool.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
- Purchase and installation of energy-efficient equipment and systems in commercial, institutional, or industrial buildings.
- Implementation of efficient heat pumps.
- Deployment of automation equipment for demand response management.
- Customized measures not included in the OSE calculation tool.
Documents Needed
- Participant’s Guide – Small Businesses Component
- Participant’s Guide – Medium and Large Businesses Component
- Conditions and Undertaking
- Municipal and cooperative systems document
- Eligible off-grid systems and calculation of financial assistance document
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses subject to electricity rates G or Flex G.
- Businesses subject to electricity rates G9, M, L, or LG.
- Businesses, organizations, or entities with commercial, institutional, or industrial buildings.
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and installation of equipment and systems to improve energy performance.
- Energy-efficient measures that are not included in the OSE calculation tool, under the Customized Option.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec.
- Eligible off-grid systems, municipal systems, and cooperative systems identified by Hydro-Québec, including specific areas such as Basse-Côte-Nord, Schefferville, Gasp ésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Nunavik, and Haute-Mauricie.
Processing and Agreement
- Hydro-Québec confirms the compliance of the project after review.
- Hydro-Québec sends payment after confirming project compliance.
- For projects that started before October 7, 2024, transitional rules apply.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The Appui financier is contingent upon Hydro-Québec's approval of the project's adherence to the program requirements after verification.
- Participants are recommended to subscribe to Hydro-Québec's Infolettre Affaires for updates and information about the Solutions Efficaces program.
- For projects requiring metering, a possible commissioning period may be mandated, with an adjustment of the cost or financial support at the project's completion.
- In some cases, Hydro-Québec may request additional documentation justifying the implemented energy efficiency or demand management measures.
- Aggregator participation must include a signed notification from clients outlining participation details in the program.
- The project may undergo site inspection by Hydro-Québec to ensure compliance with the program's requirements before final approval is given.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Efficient Solutions Program — Medium and Large Businesses Component Program
What is the Efficient Solutions Program — Medium and Large Businesses Component?
The Efficient Solutions Program supports businesses in Quebec to improve the energy performance of commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. It funds the purchase and installation of efficient equipment and systems, including heat pumps, automation equipment, and measures not listed in the OSE tool.
How much funding can be received?
Efficient Solutions Program — Medium and Large Businesses Component Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Efficient Solutions Program — Medium and Large Businesses Component program?
To be eligible for the Efficient Solutions Program — Medium and Large Businesses Component program, you must:
Small businesses must be subject to rates G or Flex G.
Medium and large businesses must be subject to rates G9, M, L, or LG.
The Customized Option applies under the Medium and Large Businesses component.
What expenses are eligible under Efficient Solutions Program — Medium and Large Businesses Component?
Purchase and installation of energy-efficient equipment and systems in commercial, institutional, or industrial buildings.
Implementation of efficient heat pumps.
Deployment of automation equipment for demand response management.
Customized measures not included in the OSE calculation tool.
Who can I contact for more information about the Efficient Solutions Program — Medium and Large Businesses 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 — Medium and Large Businesses Component available?
The Efficient Solutions Program — Medium and Large Businesses Component program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Efficient Solutions Program — Medium and Large Businesses Component a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Efficient Solutions Program — Medium and Large Businesses Component is a Grant and Funding