Transportez vert — Direct current fast charging station
At a glance
- Max. $60,000
- 50% of project cost
- Open Date : May 06, 2020
- Construction
- Gouvernement du Québec
Overview
Eligibility criteria
The eligibility criteria for this grant include owning or acquiring at least one electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle, having a new fast charging DC station listed as eligible, and being able to provide documentation for the project expenses.
- Own or acquire at least one electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle
- Fast charging DC station must be new and listed as eligible
- Provide documentation for project expenses
Eligible expenses
The eligible expenses for this grant include the costs of acquisition of a qualifying charging station, labor and material costs for installation, professional services fees for design and planning, acquisition of energy storage or transformation devices, and acquisition of energy management devices or software.
- Costs of acquisition of a qualifying charging station
- Labor and material costs for installation of the charging station and its electrical infrastructure
- Professional services fees for design and planning
- Acquisition of energy storage or transformation devices for emergency vehicle charging
- Acquisition of energy management devices or software for vehicle charging
Eligible projects & activities
There are projects and activities eligible for this grant. The grant supports the acquisition and installation of fast-charging direct current (DC) charging stations to promote the electrification of vehicle fleets. Eligible activities include the purchase of qualified DC charging stations, installation labor and materials, professional design services, acquisition of energy storage or conversion devices, and purchase of energy management equipment.
- Acquisition and installation of qualified DC charging stations
- Labor and materials for installation of charging stations and electrical infrastructure
- Professional design services for solutions and plans
- Energy storage or conversion devices for emergency charging situations
- Energy management equipment for vehicle charging
Evaluation & selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- The applicant must own or be in the process of acquiring at least one electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle.
- The charging station must be new, qualify as fast direct current charging, appear on the list of eligible charging stations, and be used to charge vehicles owned by the eligible applicant or their employees.
- The shared use of the station is allowed with up to three partner organizations, provided there is a signed agreement for usage and conditions.
- The financial assistance amount is based on the power output of the charging station, with a maximum grant of $150,000 per establishment per financial year.
- Eligible expenses for the grant include acquisition costs for the charging station, labor and material costs for installation, professional service fees for design and planning, energy storage or conversion equipment procurement for emergency vehicle charging, and energy management system software or equipment for vehicle charging.
How to apply
- Step 1 - Project Planning:
- Estimate the project cost by requesting quotes from suppliers.
- Step 2 - Pre-Approval Request:
- Fill out the "General Information" and "Quick Charging Station" tabs with the pre-approval box checked on the participation form.
- For already completed projects, proceed to Step 6.
- Step 3 - Pre-Approval Assessment:
- The Ministry will review your request and provide feedback on project eligibility.
- Receive a written notice regarding project eligibility and necessary activities.
- Step 4 - Project Revision:
- If necessary, revise the project based on Ministry feedback.
- Step 5 - Project Implementation:
- Purchase and install approved charging stations as per the eligibility notice.
- Step 6 - Financial Assistance Request:
- Complete the "General Information" and "Quick Charging Station" tabs with the financial assistance box checked on the participation form.
- Submit required documents electronically as detailed in the Applicant's Guide.
- Step 7 - Financial Assistance Assessment:
- The Ministry will assess the request by evaluating claimed activities and expenses.
- Step 8 - Financial Aid Disbursement:
- Determine financial aid amount based on program criteria and issue payment via cheque.
Grant Summary: Borne de recharge rapide en courant continu Grant
Borne de recharge rapide en courant continu Grant Overview:
The Borne de recharge rapide en courant continu Grant aims to provide financial assistance for the acquisition and installation of fast direct current charging stations to promote the electrification of vehicle fleets. The grant process involves planning the project, seeking pre-approval, analyzing the proposal, revising if needed, implementing the project, and applying for financial assistance. Eligible applicants must have or be in the process of acquiring at least one electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle. The grant covers eligible expenses related to acquiring and installing the charging stations, professional services, energy storage or transformation devices, and energy management tools.
Applicants can receive a maximum financial aid of $150,000 per facility per fiscal year, with the amount determined based on the power output of the eligible charging station. The grant emphasizes the use of new, fast direct current charging stations listed as eligible. Mutualization of usage up to three partner organizations is allowed. Detailed steps, criteria, and conditions for the grant are outlined in the program's regulatory framework, which takes precedent over other information provided. It is a comprehensive initiative to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles and support sustainable transportation practices.
