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Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures
Supports implementation of energy-saving measures for natural gas users
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
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.
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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
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Higher Education
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Housing
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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.
Eligibility
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
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
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.
What is the Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures?
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.
How much funding can be received?
Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.
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
What expenses are eligible under Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures?
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.
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.
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 Quebec.
Is the Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Energir — Energy efficiency program – Implementation of efficiency measures is a Grant and Funding