Electricity Management Systems
QC, Canada
Money for energy management systems in Quebec
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- grant_single|openingDateNovember 14, 2019
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Manufacturing
grant_single|grantors
- Gouvernement du Québec
- Hydro-Québec
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If the annual electricity bill for your business exceeds $750,000, you may be able to get up to $175,000 to cover up to 50% of the costs to purchase and install diagnostic equipment, or to implement an elictricity management system (EMS) or an energy mana
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Yes, there are several eligible projects and activities for this grant. The grant supports activities aimed at enhancing energy management systems and implementing efficiency measures in industrial sites.
- Developing, implementing, or improving an energy management system (SGEE).
- Real-time measurement of energy consumption linked to main processes, systems, and equipment.
- Installation of permanent measuring equipment for better understanding of electric consumption linked to substantial energy uses.
- Implementation of tools for data conversion into useful information.
- Eligible energy efficiency measures must generate savings from operational control without altering input or output quality.
- Cost coverage for diagnostic analysis to determine the strategy for SGEE implementation.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$175,000
Toronto
Implement an energy management system at a manufacturing plant
$175,000
Toronto
Installing an advanced EMS at a manufacturing plant
$160,000
Calgary
Adopt an energy management system for a dairy cooperative
$150,000
Calgary
Upgrading the EMS for an agricultural cooperative
grant_single_labels|admissibility
The grant is available for companies conducting industrial activities at sites located in Quebec, with specific electricity billing criteria, and aims to support projects related to the development, implementation, or improvement of an electrical energy management system (SGEE). Projects must target significant reductions in electricity consumption through eligible measures and follow outlined documentation and procedural requirements.
- Sites must be located in Quebec.
- Sites must be powered by Hydro-Québec, an autonomous network, or a municipal/cooperative network.
- Electricity bills for the past twelve months must exceed $750,000.
- Projects must focus on industrial activities and involve electrical energy management.
- The participant must submit specific documents including an energy policy and details of the project's energy consumption and reduction goals.
- The project must last approximately five years, covering both initial implementation and subsequent improvement phases.
- Projects involving existing SGEE improvements must highlight planned changes and objectives.
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Eligible types of companies for this grant are those engaged in industrial activities at their sites located in Quebec, Canada, and who wish to receive financial support to execute a project within the program. Eligible sites must be associated with electricity invoices exceeding $750,000 for the last twelve months.
- Companies engaged in industrial activities.
- Sites must be located in Quebec.
- Electricity invoices must exceed $750,000 for the last twelve months.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The eligible expenses for this grant include costs related to both the management and information systems required for implementing or improving an Electrical Energy Management System (SGEE). They involve specific costs outlined directly linked to energy management initiatives.
- Costs of internal labor involved in developing, implementing, or improving the SGEE.
- Consultancy services necessary to initiate energy management and support internal staff in energy management activities.
- Purchase costs of permanent metering equipment required for monitoring energy performance indicators associated with electricity.
- Installation costs of these metering equipment (including used equipment) by external and internal labor.
- Costs for acquiring and installing tools, including programming costs engaged to retain data derived from metering and convert it into useful information.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
Eligible geographic zones for this grant are those within Quebec, Canada, served by certain electricity networks. The sites must be located in Quebec and meet specific electricity sourcing criteria.
- Sites must be situated in Quebec.
- Sites must be supplied by the Hydro-Québec network under specific electricity rates.
- Sites can be within Autonomous Networks if they meet related criteria.
- Sites can be in Municipal or Cooperative Networks that meet the eligibility criteria.
grant_single_labels|criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The key criteria include:
- The facility or building where the project is to be carried out must be located in Québec.
- The electricity bill for the past 12 months must exceed $750,000.
- Projects must pertain to industrial activities and combine real-time measurement of electricity consumption with the adoption of sound practices and an EMS.
grant_single_labels|register
- Step 1: Transmission of Document d’avant-projet (DAP) - Program targets. The participant completes the DAP and sends it via email. Schedule a first meeting with Hydro-Québec to discuss the DAP.
- Step 2: Completion of Diagnostic Analysis. If required or requested by Hydro-Québec, submit a diagnostic analysis proposal, receive acceptance with a specified support amount, complete the analysis, submit the analysis report to Hydro-Québec, and confirm to Hydro-Québec in writing that the report has been presented to top management.
- Step 3: If a diagnostic analysis was performed in the previous step: Submit Energy Policy (specifically electricity) signed by an authorized member of top management. Proceed directly to Step 6. If no diagnostic analysis was submitted: Submit Project Proposal with assistance from Hydro-Québec, including the Energy Policy, current electricity consumption, significant energy usages (UES), list of metering equipment, dashboard for energy performance monitoring, calculation method of energy savings, list of energy committee members, schedule, estimation of admissible costs.
- Step 4: Receipt and Confirmation of Proposal Eligibility by Hydro-Québec. Hydro-Québec confirms receipt, assigns a responsible engineer, and notifies the participant of eligibility.
- Step 5: Analysis and Acceptance of Project by Hydro-Québec. Hydro-Québec ensures the presence and accuracy of all required documents and informs the participant about project acceptance or rejection.
- Step 6: Signature of Contract. Upon project acceptance, Hydro-Québec and the participant sign a contract. Prior to signing, the participant must provide the signed energy policy, establish the energy committee, and designate the Energy Manager.
- Step 7: Implementation of Energy Management System (SGEE). After implementing SGEE, the participant schedules an audit with Hydro-Québec.
- Step 8: Payment of Financial Support if Requirements Met. The participant submits documents including purchase orders, invoices, the final cost grid, and energy report to Hydro-Québec, which confirms the financial support amount. The participant then issues an invoice, and Hydro-Québec makes the payment if all requirements are met.
- Step 9: Project Monitoring and Financial Support Payments for Approximately Four Years. Hydro-Québec and the participant conduct four additional financial support payments, one per period, at the completion of each measurement phase and audit, contingent upon fulfilling requirements.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
The grant provides financial support to businesses in Québec engaged in industrial activities to help them enhance their energy management systems. It covers eligible costs up to a specified maximum and includes the possibility of additional bonuses for energy efficiency measures.
- Financial support is provided for energy management system development and improvement.
- Eligible sites for the grant must be located in Québec and have annual electricity costs exceeding $750,000.
- The grant covers up to 50% of eligible project costs with a maximum per site, excluding bonuses.
- A diagnostic analysis must be performed to determine energy management strategies.
- The program targets substantial electricity usage and efficiency improvements.
- Applicants must adhere to certain fiscal requirements and obligations.
- The application process involves multiple steps and the submission of various documentation.
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1-800-463-9900
Apply to this program
## Short Summary of the Grant The Hydro-Québec Energy Management Systems Program offers financial support to industrial businesses in Québec, helping them develop, implement, or enhance electrical energy management systems (SGEE). This program aids businesses in real-time energy consumption measurement, fostering a sustainable energy culture for improved operational efficiency. ### Detailed Explanation of the Hydro-Québec Energy Management Systems Program Hydro-Québec, Canada's leading electric utility company, has designed the Energy Management Systems Program to offer robust support to industrial businesses within Québec. This initiative aims to stimulate the adoption and refinement of electrical energy management practices, aligning with modern sustainability goals and operational efficiencies. The Energy Management Systems Program is structured to provide both financial incentives and expert support to industrial sites committed to optimizing their electricity use. Through this program, businesses can manage and reduce their energy consumption by implementing a System of Electrical Energy Management (SGEE). The program is rooted in two core components: establishing a strong operational energy management system and integrating advanced information systems for precise energy consumption monitoring. **Eligibility Criteria** To participate in the program, businesses must operate within the industrial sector in Québec and meet specific energy consumption levels, particularly those sites with electricity bills exceeding $750,000 annually. The program favors sites engaged in manufacturing, assembly, or processing activities, though exceptions may be made for eligible industrial-type applications within the LG tariff. **Key Components and Financial Supports** 1. **Diagnostic Analysis (Business Plan):** Hydro-Québec offers financial assistance for conducting a diagnostic analysis, crucial for devising a strategic implementation plan for the SGEE. Businesses can receive up to 50% of costs, capped at $25,000 per site. 2. **SGEE and SIGE Implementation:** Financial support is extended towards the development and enhancement of the SGEE, where participating businesses can recover up to 50% of the costs. This support includes the setup of an Energy Management Information System (SIGE), facilitating the installation of requisite metering equipment for accurate data collection and energy efficiency tracking. 3. **Complementary Bonuses for Energy Efficiency Measures:** An additional bonus can be availed annually for implementing new energy efficiency measures. This bonus starts at 1¢ per kWh/year saved and can escalate to 5¢ over the duration of the project, promoting continuous energy-saving initiatives. **Process for Submission and Approval** The journey of securing support through this program involves several key steps: - **Initial Submission:** Businesses are required to submit an initial project document (DAP) and engage in a preliminary discussion with Hydro-Québec representatives. - **Diagnostic and Analysis:** If applicable, conduct a diagnostic analysis to establish the energy management strategy and forward the findings to Hydro-Québec for validation. - **Proposal Submission:** In the absence of a diagnostic analysis, businesses must complete a comprehensive project proposal, which includes an energy policy, baseline consumption data, and a detailed cost estimation of the project. - **Contractual Agreement:** Upon acceptance, Hydro-Québec and the business enter into a contract detailing the financial supports, implementation timeline, and expected deliverables. - **Implementation and Monitoring:** Businesses proceed with the permitted use of funds to implement the SGEE and associated measures, with Hydro-Québec conducting routine audits to ensure compliance and effectiveness. **Fiscal Obligations** Participants are advised to be mindful of the associated tax implications. The financial supports could be considered as governmental payments, necessitating official tax declarations such as the Relevé 27 for income tax purposes. Additionally, payments are subject to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the Québec Sales Tax (QST) unless the participant is deemed non-commercial. **Conclusion** The Energy Management Systems Program by Hydro-Québec is an unparalleled opportunity for industrial businesses to embrace sustainable energy practices while benefiting from substantial financial incentives. It is not merely a financial grant but a gateway into operational transformation that promises long-term energy savings, improved production efficiency, and significant contributions to ecological conservation efforts. Through this program, Hydro-Québec not only reinforces its commitment to promoting energy efficiency but also positions industrial players at the forefront of sustainable innovation and operational excellence.
