
Efficient Solutions Program — Medium and Large Businesses Component
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QC, Canada
Hydro-Québec's energy efficiency program for enterprises
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Grant and Funding
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- Hydro-Québec
- Gouvernement du Québec
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The "Solutions efficaces" grant program for medium and large enterprises offers substantial financial support up to a maximum of $5 million per project, aiming to promote energy efficiency and demand management projects in commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings in Quebec. Eligible activities include modernization, expansion, major renovations, equipment additions, and construction projects that lead to significant annual electricity savings.
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- Medium and large businesses can receive up to 75% of eligible costs covered by financial support.
- For the Customized Option, financial assistance may cover up to 75% of eligible costs with a maximum of $5 million per project.
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- Purchase and installation of energy-efficient equipment and systems in commercial, institutional, or industrial buildings.
- Implementation of efficient heat pumps to meet heating and cooling needs.
- Deployment of automation equipment for demand response management.
- Implementation of energy-efficient measures not listed in the OSE calculation tool (under the Customized Option).
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$ 4,000,000
Energy-efficient lighting installation in a large commercial complex
$ 5,000,000
Construction of energy-efficient multisport complex
$ 5,000,000
Installing high-efficiency heat pumps in a manufacturing plant
$ 5,000,000
Expanding a corporate office with energy-efficient systems
$ 5,000,000
Renovating an industrial facility to improve energy efficiency
$ 5,000,000
Upgrading automation systems in a hospital for demand management
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- The applicant must be a medium or large business.
- The applicant must be subject to one of the following Hydro-Québec business rates: G9, M, L, or LG (as indicated in the Details of costs section of their bill).
- The project must involve the purchase and installation of equipment or systems to improve the energy performance of commercial, institutional, or industrial buildings.
- The applicant must review and comply with the eligibility requirements and program terms and conditions as outlined in the Participant’s Guide for the Medium and Large Businesses Component and the Conditions and Undertaking documentation.
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- Commercial businesses
- Institutional entities
- Industrial businesses
- Businesses subject to electricity rates G9, M, L, or LG (for Medium and Large Businesses component)
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- Purchase and installation of energy-efficient equipment and systems to improve energy performance of commercial, institutional, or industrial buildings.
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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.
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1-800-463-9900
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