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GHG Challenge Program - Industry
Supports major industrial projects reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 20, 2022
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The GHG Challenge Program – Industry provides up to $50 million per project, covering a maximum of 75% of eligible expenses, to support major industrial initiatives that significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Quebec. Eligible projects must involve large-scale GHG reduction activities in mining or manufacturing sectors and demonstrate a minimum annual reduction of 10,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : October 20, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
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
- Large-scale industrial projects aimed at significantly reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Quebec.
- Initiatives that achieve a minimum annual reduction of 10,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent compared to a baseline scenario.
- Industry-driven projects that stimulate investment in promising industrial sectors and contribute to Quebec's GHG reduction targets.
- Collaborative projects involving industries and research partners to implement innovative solutions for emissions reduction.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Large industrial emitters subject to the Regulation respecting a cap-and-trade system for greenhouse gas emission allowances (RSPEDE)
- Companies operating mining extraction establishments in Quebec
- Companies operating manufacturing establishments in Quebec
- Voluntary participants designated under section 2.1 of RSPEDE
Who is not eligible
- Companies that are not classified as industrial establishments involved in mining extraction or manufacturing activities in Quebec.
- Businesses that are not subject to or voluntarily participating under the RSPEDE (cap-and-trade system) regulations.
Eligible geographic areas
- Establishments located in Quebec.
Additional information
- The program is financed in part by the Electrification and Climate Change Fund (FECC).
- The GHG Challenge Program – Industry is part of the 2022-2027 Implementation Plan of Quebec’s Green Economy Plan 2030.
- The program promotes collaborative approaches between industries and the research sector when relevant.
- A multi-ministerial committee evaluates applications.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the GHG Challenge Program - Industry Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the GHG Challenge Program - Industry. 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 GHG Challenge Program - Industry?
The GHG Challenge Program – Industry provides up to $50 million per project, covering a maximum of 75% of eligible expenses, to support major industrial initiatives that significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Quebec. Eligible projects must involve large-scale GHG reduction activities in mining or manufacturing sectors and demonstrate a minimum annual reduction of 10,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent.
How much funding can be received?
GHG Challenge Program - Industry Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the GHG Challenge Program - Industry program?
To be eligible for the GHG Challenge Program - Industry program, you must:
Must be an industrial emitter subject to RSPEDE regulations or a voluntary participant under article 2.1 of SPEDE.
Must operate a Quebec-based mining or manufacturing facility.
Must be eligible for free allocation under RSPEDE.
What expenses are eligible under GHG Challenge Program - Industry?
Large-scale industrial projects aimed at significantly reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Quebec.
Initiatives that achieve a minimum annual reduction of 10,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent compared to a baseline scenario.
Industry-driven projects that stimulate investment in promising industrial sectors and contribute to Quebec's GHG reduction targets.
Collaborative projects involving industries and research partners to implement innovative solutions for emissions reduction.
Who can I contact for more information about the GHG Challenge Program - Industry?
You can contact Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC) by email at defiges@environnement.gouv.qc.ca.
Where is the GHG Challenge Program - Industry available?
The GHG Challenge Program - Industry program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the GHG Challenge Program - Industry a grant, loan, or tax credit?
GHG Challenge Program - Industry is a Grant and Funding