Efficient Solutions Program
Cut your electricity bills with Hydro-Québec support that covers up to 90% of eligible equipment costs and up to $60,000 for energy analysis. This is a cost-share program, so you pay for the upgrades first and get reimbursed for your share of the costs. Verified against the official source on July 3, 2026.
How we verify funding records →
“The Efficient Solutions calculation tool (OSE) is a Windows‑based PC application that simplifies the process of calculating how much financial support you could receive and submitting an application in order to implement energy efficiency and demand response (DR) measures.”
Before you spend a dollar
Confirm the payment timing before you commit: this program may reimburse you after the work is done rather than pay upfront, so check the official page before spending.
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 run a business in Québec and want to upgrade HVAC, lighting, or industrial equipment to lower your power bills.
- You need a professional energy audit to find savings opportunities and can claim up to $60,000 toward those analysis costs.
- You are a contractor or facility manager looking to modernize building systems with verified financial assistance from the provincial utility.
Probably not the right fit if
- You operate outside of Québec, as this program is administered by Hydro-Québec for its service area only.
- You need immediate cash flow for non-energy-related expenses, as this funding is strictly for energy performance improvements and analysis.
- You expect a guaranteed approval without submitting a proposal, as the program requires a formal request via the OSE tool or a customized application.
How much you'd realistically get
Up to 90% of eligible equipment costs for commercial and industrial projects, plus up to $60,000 for energy analysis costs.
What may be supported
- Installation of energy-efficient HVAC systems.
- Upgrade to LED lighting in commercial or industrial buildings.
- Professional energy audits and analysis.
- Installation of efficient industrial motors or controls.
- Agricultural equipment upgrades for energy efficiency.
How applying works
Effort: moderateYou must calculate your project using the OSE tool or prepare a detailed proposal for complex projects, then submit the request to Hydro-Québec for approval.
- 01Download the OSE tool from the Hydro-Québec business website to calculate potential support.
- 02Prepare your energy analysis proposal form or equipment request using the Simplified or Customized Option as appropriate.
- 03Submit your request via the OSE tool or contact Hydro-Québec experts for guidance on complex projects.
- 04Wait for approval and confirm the payment mechanics (reimbursement vs upfront) before proceeding with purchases.
- 05Complete the installation or analysis and submit required documentation for reimbursement if applicable.
Who to ask: http://www.hydroquebec.com/contact-us/#business
Documents commonly required
- Energy analysis proposal form (for analysis projects).
- OSE tool calculation results (for equipment projects).
- Detailed project description for customized options.
- Proof of business operation in Québec.
How BBN Labs helps
- BBN coordinates your HVAC and lighting upgrades, bringing in qualified trades to install energy-efficient systems that slash your electricity bills.
- BBN manages industrial motor or control upgrades, coordinating qualified partners and scoping the work to the program's guidelines for cost-share support.
- BBN organizes your professional energy audit, scoping eligible costs and guiding you through the application so you don't lose the funding.
What to know before you count on it
- The program is a cost-share, meaning you cover the remaining percentage of costs not covered by the grant.
- Specific eligibility criteria for agricultural equipment amounts are not published; confirm on the official page.
- The application process requires using the OSE tool or submitting a formal proposal, which may take time to prepare.
- It is not stated whether the support is taxable income; consult a tax professional or confirm on the official page.
What are your odds?
Approval depends on the technical merit of your energy savings project and compliance with Hydro-Québec standards; there is no guarantee of funding.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to pay for the equipment before I get the money?
The official program page states it is a reimbursement model but does not specify the exact timing. Confirm on the official page whether you pay first or receive funds upfront.
Is the $60,000 cap for the energy analysis per project or per year?
The official program page states up to $60,000 for eligible costs for energy analysis but does not specify the period. Confirm on the official page.
Can I use this for agricultural equipment?
Yes, specific support is mentioned for agricultural equipment, but the exact amount is not stated. Confirm the details on the official page.
What you can combine it with
This program may be combined with other Hydro-Québec initiatives like the Alliance for exemplary buildings or Dual energy programs, but confirm compatibility on the official page.
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Record last updated July 3, 2026; last verified July 3, 2026 against the official source. Source: official program page.