Transportez vert — Coaching for energy management
At a glance
- Max. $150,000
- 50% of project cost
- Open Date : July 19, 2019
- All industries
- Gouvernement du Québec
Overview
Eligibility criteria
Eligibility criteria for this grant include:
- The organization must plan an energy management activity for its vehicle fleet.
- The activities must be carried out by an external consultant.
- The consultant must be employed by an organization with a presence in the province of Quebec.
- The project must aim to reduce energy consumption in road vehicle fleets to decrease GHG emissions.
Who is eligible
There are eligible types of companies for this grant. Companies in Quebec with a consultant employed by an organization based in the province are eligible to apply for the grant.
- Companies based in Quebec
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant include:
- Honorariums of an external consultant employed by an organization in the province of Quebec
- Internal staff expenses directly related to eligible activities (up to 25% of the total eligible expenses)
- Costs for equipment rental for energy management measurement during the project duration (if applicable)
Eligible projects & activities
There are eligible projects and activities for this grant. Organizations can receive financial assistance to hire an energy management consultant to help assess energy consumption, implement energy-saving measures, and track results to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Energy analysis: data collection, analysis, and identifying potential measures
- Feasibility and planning study: prioritization of measures, target reductions, resource requirements
- Implementation of measures: support, awareness, training
- Monitoring energy performance: tracking tools, measurement equipment, analysis of energy performance indicators
- Other relevant accompanying activities related to the program objectives
Evaluation & selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria are as follows:
- All required information provided in the financial assistance form
- The organization's eligibility
- The consultant is employed by an organization with an establishment in the province of Quebec
- The assistance focuses on energy management of a vehicle fleet with eligible program activities
How to apply
- Step 1: Consult the detailed process in the Guide for Applicants.
- Content: Review the instructions and requirements for the grant application.
- Step 2: Obtain approval before engaging a consultant.
- Content: Do not sign any contracts or agreements with a consultant until receiving approval from the Ministry.
- Step 3: Submit the approval request with project details.
- Content: Complete the application form and provide the required documentation for approval.
- Step 4: Start the project after approval.
- Content: Begin the energy management activities outlined in the approved project.
- Step 5: Submit financial aid request after completion.
- Content: Fill out the financial aid form and provide invoices, reports, and other required documents.
- Step 6: Wait for financial aid assessment and disbursement.
- Content: The Ministry will evaluate the compliance of the reports and determine the amount of financial aid to be issued.
Grant Summary: Volet Accompagnement pour la gestion de l’énergie
Grant Overview
The Volet Accompagnement pour la gestion de l’énergie is part of the Transportez vert program offered by the Government of Quebec. This grant provides financial assistance to organizations for the services of an energy management advisor to help reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions in their vehicle fleets.
Eligible activities include energy analysis, feasibility studies, implementation of energy-saving measures, performance monitoring, and other related support. The grant covers up to 50% of eligible expenses, with a maximum amount of $30,000 for each activity, and $150,000 per fiscal year.
For detailed information on the application process, approved activities, eligible expenses, and how to benefit from this grant, organizations can refer to the program's guidelines and framework provided by the Ministry of Transport.
