Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Who is eligible for the Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures program?

To be eligible for the Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures program, you must: • Must be a current or future Énergir customer • Must operate in the commercial, institutional, or industrial sector • Must use natural gas as the main energy source for the project

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures?

You can contact Energir by email at efficaciteenergetique@energir.com or by phone at 5145983410.

Q: Where is the Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures available?

The Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are startups eligible for the Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures program.

Q: Are women eligible for the Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures program?

Yes, women are eligible to apply for the Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures program.

Last Update: August 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports implementation of energy-saving measures for natural gas users

At a glance

Eligible Funding

From $1,000 to $1,000,000
Up to 50% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

Énergir’s Energy Efficiency Program – Implementation of Efficiency Measures offers up to $1,000,000 per account for projects that reduce natural gas consumption in commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. The program funds the implementation of energy efficiency measures identified in feasibility studies, supporting actions that lead to cost savings and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

Financing terms and conditions

Financial assistance for feasibility studies: Covers up to 50% of the study cost before taxes, capped at $50,000 per account number and financial year.
Financial assistance for implementation of efficiency measures: $1 per m³ of natural gas saved in the first year, with a maximum grant of $1,000,000 per account number and financial year or 50% of eligible project costs before taxes, whichever is lower.
Additional grant of up to $15,000 for energy tracking, limited to 80% of related professional and equipment expenses.
The client's minimum contribution for feasibility studies or implementation must be no less than 25% of the eligible costs if other financial aid is also received.
Requests for grants under $1,000 are not eligible.

Activities funded

Implementation of energy efficiency measures that reduce natural gas consumption in commercial, institutional, or industrial buildings.
Projects that recover and utilize waste heat or renewable thermal energy to decrease natural gas usage.
Modernization or optimization of natural gas equipment or building systems not already covered by other Énergir energy efficiency programs.
Large-scale projects achieving annual natural gas savings of 500,000 m³ or more and including monitoring of energy savings.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 258,000

Waste heat recovery system installed in a commercial laundry facility

$ 350,000

Industrial process heat optimization in a local food processing plant

$ 190,000

Thermal curtain and insulation upgrades in an indoor sports complex

$ 164,000

LED lighting retrofit and smart HVAC upgrade for a seniors’ residence

$ 270,000

Advanced building automation for university science pavilion energy savings

$ 160,000

Central plant boiler replacement with high-efficiency condensing units

Eligibility

The applicant must be a current or future Énergir customer.
Eligible sectors include commercial, institutional, and industrial organizations.
The project must focus on the efficient use of natural gas or renewable natural gas distributed by Énergir.
All measures or studies must be conducted or verified by an engineer who is a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec or by a registered consulting engineering firm.
The project must comply with applicable Quebec laws and regulations, particularly those related to air quality, environmental protection, and codes applicable to natural gas and propane usage.

Who is eligible?

Commercial sector companies
Institutional sector organizations
Industrial sector companies

Who is not eligible

Companies whose projects focus on substituting natural gas with another form of energy for economic or contextual reasons.
Companies applying for feasibility studies already funded by the EcoPerformance program.
Projects where similar studies have been conducted in the past five years, unless there have been significant changes to the installations or study scope.
Projects where the primary measured activities are behavioral measures requiring no equipment expense, or essential maintenance and repairs due to equipment breakdowns.

Eligible expenses

Incremental costs for acquiring materials specific to the energy efficiency measures (over and above the reference scenario).
Costs for installation of equipment involved in energy efficiency improvements.
Engineering fees, including both external consulting firms and internal engineering personnel (salaries or recognized industry rates).
Measurement and verification equipment necessary for tracking energy savings (if implementing follow-up).
Professional fees related to monitoring and evaluating the results of implemented measures.

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec

Selection criteria

Detailed analysis of potential natural gas savings, including an estimation justified and validated by an engineer who is a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
Payback period (PP) between 1 and 20 years for the submitted measures.
Submission of a preliminary and final version of the study or monitoring plan, with compliance to the specifications defined by Énergir.
Compliance with applicable laws and regulations in Quebec, notably regarding air quality and the environment.
Detailed justification of the savings achieved based on recognized engineering methods and supported by a report signed by an engineer.

How to apply

Prepare project and service offer

Identify energy efficiency opportunities in your facilities
Prepare a service offer outlining measures to be analyzed
Determine baseline energy consumption for the project

Submit grant application to Énergir

Submit the financial assistance application to Énergir using the appropriate form
Include the complete service offer from the registered firm or internal engineer
Attach internal resource cost details if relevant

Wait for Énergir review and approval

Énergir reviews the application according to eligibility criteria
Possible request for clarifications or modifications to the service offer
Receive written confirmation of acceptance or refusal, granted amount, and execution conditions

Conduct feasibility study

Once approved, conduct the feasibility study as defined in the service offer
Ensure study is completed within the six-month deadline

Submit completed study to Énergir

Submit the completed feasibility study report signed by a qualified engineer to Énergir for review
Include all supporting calculations and required documentation

Receive feedback and finalize study

Énergir analyzes the study and may request adjustments
If satisfactory, the final study results are submitted to the client

Invoice and receive grant payment

Send the invoice to Énergir for the eligible portion of the study
Receive the grant disbursement following final approval of documents

Additional information

Applicants must submit applications and supporting documents electronically when possible.
For large-scale projects (annual natural gas savings of 500,000 m³ or more), a follow-up plan and report on the achieved savings are mandatory.
All reports and calculations must be prepared or verified by an engineer who is a member in good standing with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
Submitted measures and studies must comply with relevant laws and regulations in Quebec, particularly those related to air quality and environmental protection.

Contacts

efficaciteenergetique@energir.com

5145983410

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.