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Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program

Funding for renewable natural gas projects
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000,000
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec

Overview

Non-repayable funding supports renewable natural gas feasibility studies and project development. The program also funds production, injection, and grid-connection projects for renewable natural gas in Quebec.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 15,000,000 $
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Utilities
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
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

  • Feasibility studies for renewable natural gas projects
  • Production and injection of renewable natural gas into the gas distribution network
  • Connection of one or more renewable natural gas production sites to the gas network

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form
  • Proof of Quebec business number, if applicable
  • Support documents for the project and financing plan
  • Quarterly activity reports, where required
  • Invoices and supporting documents for eligible costs

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Businesses
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Municipal entities

Who is not eligible

  • Quebec government ministries or budget-funded bodies
  • Federal bodies or designated persons
  • Businesses in bankruptcy or insolvency
  • Organizations listed in the RENA registry

Eligible expenses

  • Equipment upgrades or purchases and related infrastructure works
  • Site development, engineering, installation, commissioning, and calibration
  • Consulting fees, salaries, and social benefits
  • Equipment or software rental or use
  • Administrative or management costs up to 15%

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Advertising expenses
  • Meals and accommodation
  • Municipal taxes, permits, and authorizations
  • Legal fees unrelated to the project
  • Costs not considered eligible under the program framework

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

Processing and Agreement

  • Admissible applications are reviewed against program criteria.
  • Projects are evaluated on relevance and financial, technical, legal, economic, environmental, and social aspects, depending on the stream.
  • Applicants receive payment only after required reports, invoices, and supporting documents are accepted.
  • A funding agreement must be respected throughout the project.
  • The minister may reduce, suspend, or recover funding if conditions are not met.

Additional information

  • The program is expired and ended on March 31, 2024.
  • A quarterly activity report is required.
  • Funding agreements and reporting rules apply.

Contacts

Frequently Asked Questions about the Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program. 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 Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program?

Non-repayable funding supports renewable natural gas feasibility studies and project development. The program also funds production, injection, and grid-connection projects for renewable natural gas in Quebec.

How much funding can be received?

Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $15,000,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program program?

To be eligible for the Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program program, you must: Quebec business number required, if applicable. Must be financially solvent. Project must involve renewable natural gas.

What expenses are eligible under Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program?

Feasibility studies for renewable natural gas projects Production and injection of renewable natural gas into the gas distribution network Connection of one or more renewable natural gas production sites to the gas network

Who can I contact for more information about the Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program?

You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at gnr@economie.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 418 627-6385, poste 708351.

Where is the Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program available?

The Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Renewable Natural Gas Production Support Program is a Grant and Funding