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GHG Challenge Program - Industry
Supports major industrial projects reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Offered by Official source: environnement.gouv.qc.ca
Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC)
Record updated
- Funding available
- $ 50,000,000
- Up to 75% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Quebec, Canada
- Who can apply
- Large industrial emitters subject to the Regulation respecting a cap-and-trade system for greenhouse gas emission allowances (RSPEDE)
- See full eligibility
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.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $50,000,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 75%
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
- Optimize production processes
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Quebec
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- For-profit business
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Availability timeline
2023
Periods: 1
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.
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.
How to apply
- Step 1: Project Preparation
- Develop an industrial project aimed at significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions in alignment with program objectives.
- Ensure your project meets the minimum requirements for GHG reduction and project scale.
- Step 2: Application Assembly
- Gather all required documentation detailing the project scope, expected GHG reductions, budget, and implementation timelines.
- Prepare a comprehensive proposal demonstrating the project’s quality, implementation guarantees, and anticipated results.
- Step 3: Submission of Application
- Submit your project proposal and all supporting documents to the program administrators.
- Contact the program by writing to defiges@environnement.gouv.qc.ca for submission instructions or to request further guidance regarding your application.
- Step 4: Evaluation Process
- Await review by the interdepartmental selection committee, which will assess your proposal based on quality, guarantees of realization, and quality of expected results.
- Be prepared to provide additional information or clarifications if requested.
Selection criteria
- Quality of the project and relevance of the proposed solution (20%).
- Guarantees of project completion (35%).
- Quality of expected results (45%).
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the GHG Challenge Program - Industry Program
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.
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
Who are the financial supporters of the GHG Challenge Program - Industry?
GHG Challenge Program - Industry is funded by Quebec Ministry of the Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change (MELCC)