ÉcoPerformance — Recommissioning of building mechanical systems (RCx)
Cut energy bills by getting reimbursed for 75% of eligible recommissioning costs, up to $100,000 per building. This is a grant that pays you back after you pay the consultant first, so you must be approved before spending. Verified against the official source on July 2, 2026.
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Before you spend a dollar
Approval must precede spending; only expenses incurred after the agreement effective date (or within 30 days retroactively from a complete submission) are eligible.
At a glance
Subject to program rules, available funding, and approval. Confirm current details with the official program administrator.
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Check your fit →Is this for you?
- You own or operate a commercial building in Quebec that has not received RCx assistance in the last 5 years.
- You are ready to optimize HVAC and lighting systems to cut energy use by at least 5% of your baseline consumption.
- You can commit to a 24-month project timeline and provide two annual monitoring reports for at least two years after implementation.
Probably not the right fit if
- Your building is new and was commissioned less than 3 years ago.
- You need funding for the Planning or Implementation phases, as these costs are explicitly excluded from this grant.
- You are located outside Quebec or your business is a residential property owner rather than a commercial or industrial enterprise.
How much you'd realistically get
Up to $100,000 per building, covering 75% of eligible Investigation and Transfer/Monitoring costs.
What may be supported
- Optimizing existing HVAC systems in commercial buildings
- Upgrading lighting controls and systems in retail or office spaces
- Staff training on new energy-efficient mechanical systems
- Continuous monitoring of energy performance for two years
What's excluded or restricted
- Planning phase and Implementation phase costs are NOT eligible for funding
- Buildings that received RCx assistance in the preceding 5 years
- New buildings less than 3 years post-commissioning
- Buildings with active Standard-Implementation agreements unless they meet the additionality principle
How applying works
Effort: involvedYou must manage a multi-phase project with an accredited consultant, submit detailed Excel forms and PDFs, and provide annual monitoring reports for two years.
- 01Hire an accredited RCx agent to conduct the initial analysis and sign the description.
- 02Complete the Excel application form (tabs 1 and 3.1) and prepare the PDF-signed application.
- 03Email the application package to transitionenergetique.affaires@environnement.gouv.qc.ca.
- 04Wait for approval and the agreement effective date before incurring eligible expenses.
- 05Submit the Investigation Report, cost tracking, and invoices to receive the first payment.
- 06Complete the Transfer phase and commit to continuous monitoring to receive the final payment.
Who to ask: Email transitionenergetique.affaires@environnement.gouv.qc.ca; Phone 1-866-266-0008; Fax 418-643-5828; 1300 Blizzard Street, Suite 200, Quebec City, QC G2K 0G9; hours Mon-Fri 8 AM-8 PM
Documents commonly required
- Completed Excel application form (tabs 1 and 3.1)
- PDF-signed application form
- Signed analysis description from an accredited RCx agent
- Investigation Report and invoices (for first payment)
- Transfer Report and monitoring commitment (for final payment)
How BBN Labs helps
- BBN coordinates the funded investigation of your building's mechanical systems with qualified specialists, uncovering where your HVAC and lighting waste energy.
- BBN coordinates the specialist-led staff training the program's transfer phase supports, so your team keeps the savings the recommissioning finds.
- BBN sets up continuous energy performance monitoring for two years, guiding you through the application and deadlines so you do not lose the funding.
What to know before you count on it
- This is a cost-reimbursement grant, not an upfront payment; you pay the consultant first and get reimbursed after submitting reports and invoices.
- Only the Investigation phase and the combined Transfer + Continuous Monitoring phases are eligible; Planning and Implementation costs are excluded.
- You must hire an accredited RCx agent and submit a signed analysis description with your application.
- The grant is taxable income; ask your accountant how this affects your net savings.
What are your odds?
Selection is discretionary and competitive; projects that clearly demonstrate a 5% energy reduction potential and have strong documentation from accredited agents tend to succeed.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get funding for the actual installation of new HVAC equipment?
No. The Implementation phase costs are explicitly excluded. This grant covers the Investigation, Transfer (training), and Continuous Monitoring phases.
Do I need to hire a specific consultant?
Yes. You must use an accredited RCx agent and submit a signed analysis description from them with your application.
When do I get paid?
In two installments. The first payment (75% of Investigation costs) comes after you submit the Investigation Report and invoices. The final payment comes after the Transfer Report and your commitment to continuous monitoring.
Is this grant taxable?
Generally, yes. Grants are usually considered taxable income. Confirm with your accountant.
What you can combine it with
Check if your building has active Standard-Implementation agreements; if so, you must meet the additionality principle to qualify.
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Record last updated July 3, 2026; last verified July 2, 2026 against the official source. Source: official program page.