LogisVert - Financial assistance for installers QC Canada

LogisVert - Financial assistance for installers

QC, Canada
The LogisVert program promotes energy efficiency in residential properties through financial incentives for installing geothermal heat pumps and heat accumulators.

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Grant and Funding
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  • Construction
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  • Hydro-Québec
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The LogisVert program by Hydro-Québec is designed to support the installation of energy-efficient measures in residential buildings, promoting the transition towards sustainable energy use in Quebec. Eligible activities include the installation of geothermal heat pumps and thermal storage systems, with financial assistance available for replacing existing equipment in qualifying homes and multipurpose residences. Companies must ensure that all installations comply with program guidelines and deadlines to receive incentives and rebates.

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Yes, there are eligible projects and activities for this grant. These include the installation of geothermal heat pumps and heat accumulators, with or without central heat pumps.
  • Installation of a geothermal heat pump in existing residential buildings.
  • Installation of a heat accumulator in existing residential buildings.
  • Installation of a heat accumulator with a central heat pump in existing residential buildings.
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$80,000

Sherbrooke
Energy-efficient retrofit with a geothermal heat pump in a small hotel in Sherbrooke.

$95,000

Laval
Installation of a geothermal heat pump in a senior residence in Laval.

$75,000

Montreal
Installation of a geothermal heat pump in an existing apartment complex in Montreal.

$85,000

Quebec City
Implementation of a central heat pump and heat accumulator in a community center in Quebec City.

$60,000

Gatineau
Upgrade of an existing residential building with a geothermal heat pump in Gatineau.

$45,000

Trois-Rivières
Installation of a heat accumulator in a historical building retrofit project in Trois-Rivières.

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The LogisVert program by Hydro-Québec offers financial assistance to companies installing geothermal heat pumps or heat accumulators in eligible residential buildings to promote energy efficiency. Eligible applicants and homes must meet specific requirements listed below.
  • The program is for companies holding all necessary certifications and permits for installing eligible equipment.
  • Eligible homes are existing residential buildings located in Québec, used year-round, and supplied with electricity by Hydro-Québec, an autonomous network (excluding Nunavik), or a municipal or cooperative network.
  • The installation must be of geothermal heat pumps or heat accumulators in types of homes such as single-family, semi-detached, row houses, mobile homes, chalets, multiplexes, or residential buildings with up to 19 units.
  • All installations and equipment must be new and purchased in Québec.
  • Replacements must be for existing equipment year-round and not involve switching from a fossil fuel heating system in autonomous networks.
  • Applications must be submitted within nine months of equipment installation and before September 30, 2024, for installations done in 2023.
  • The financial assistance must not exceed the actual cost of sale and installation and is capped at $250,000 per house for the program's duration.

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The LogisVert Program is open to companies that meet specific criteria. Eligible companies must hold the necessary certifications and permits to install geothermal heat pumps or heat accumulators in eligible homes.
  • The company must be registered with the Quebec Business Register.
  • Must have the appropriate licenses from the Régie du bâtiment du Québec (RBQ).
  • For heat accumulators, the company must be authorized by Steffes and listed as an approved installer.

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Eligible expenses for this grant cover the purchase and installation of specified energy-efficient equipment. This includes thermopompes géothermiques, accumulateurs de chaleur, and combined systems of both, as long as they meet the program conditions.
  • Purchase and installation of thermopompes géothermiques
  • Purchase and installation of accumulateurs de chaleur
  • Purchase and installation of combined systems of accumulateurs de chaleur and thermopompes centrales

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The eligible geographic zones for this grant are limited to existing buildings located in Quebec. The dwellings must also be served by specific electricity networks.
  • The Hydro-Québec network, under an electricity service subscription
  • An autonomous network (excluding Nunavik)
  • A municipal or cooperative network

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Evaluation and selection criteria are detailed for the LogisVert program, ensuring only eligible companies and installations qualify for financial aid.
  • Participation eligibility: Companies must hold necessary certifications and permits for installing geothermal heat pumps or heat accumulators.
  • Residence eligibility: Replacements must be in existing buildings located in Quebec, meant for residential purposes, habitable year-round, and powered by specific electricity networks.
  • Geothermal Heat Pump: Must include one or more geothermal wells drilled vertically or horizontally, with the system meeting new, purchased, and installed requirements in an eligible residence.
  • Accumulator of Heat with/without Central Heat Pump: Accumulator must be specific Steffes models or approved equivalent, programmed to limit heating during peak hours, and new, purchased, and installed in an eligible residence.
  • Eligible measures and details, including for date, financial aid limits, and all associated terms and obligations, are described comprehensively within the participation guide and annex.
  • Transmission deadline: Requests for financial aid must be submitted within nine months post-installation, or by September 30, 2024, for 2023 measures.
  • Maximum Financial Aid: Cannot exceed 100% of the cost or $250,000 per dwelling over the program duration.

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  • Step 1: Creation of the participation profile and online financial aid request
  • Go to the program portal at www.logisvert.ca
  • Create or access your participation profile
  • Fill out the financial aid application form online
  • Provide the required supporting documents
  • Step 2: Evaluation of the financial aid request and Relevé 27 measures
  • Track the processing of your request from your participation profile
  • Receive notification if your request is incomplete or inadmissible within approximately twenty business days
  • Hydro-Québec will produce a Relevé 27 – Government Payments if applicable
  • Step 3: Compliance verification
  • Hydro-Québec will arrange a visit to the residence to verify the compliance of energy efficiency measures
  • Possibly provide additional documents if requested
  • Step 4: Disbursement of financial aid
  • If the request is deemed admissible and all required information is provided, the payment process begins
  • Receive the financial aid amount by mail at the correspondence address indicated in your application
  • Notify the LogisVert Program Support of any address changes

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In addition to detailed installation and eligibility criteria, the grant application process requires timely submission of supporting documents, strict adherence to regulatory standards, and potential audits by Hydro-Québec.
  • Submission of applications must be completed online via the LogisVert portal.
  • Requests must be submitted within nine months of installation or by September 30, 2024, for measures implemented in 2023.
  • The financial aid cannot exceed 100% of the installation cost, up to a maximum of $250,000 per house.
  • Companies must possess valid licenses from the Régie du bâtiment du Québec (RBQ).
  • Hydro-Québec may audit the installation site to ensure compliance.

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1-833-396-1888
Apply to this program