Efficient Solutions Program:
Using less really pays off
Optimizing your electricity use could help you save while also reducing your carbon footprint.
Benefits of participating in the program
Get financial assistance to implement eligible measures.
Reduce your electricity bill and improve your competitive edge.
Participate in Québec’s energy transition.
One program with three components
The three program components are designed to meet the different needs of companies of all sizes.
Energy Analysis
New! Get up to $50,000 in financial assistance to conduct the energy analysis of buildings, equipment or processes.
Small Businesses
Enhanced offering. Get financial assistance of up to 90% of eligible costs for buildings subject to Rate G.
Medium and Large Businesses
Get financial assistance of up to 75% of eligible costs.
Let the leaders in energy efficiency inspire you.
These testimonials demonstrate that energy efficiency is a significant ally for companies that want to stand out and improve their performance.
Agri-food industry
Fruit d’Or received more than $300,000 in financial assistance.
Video : Fruit d’or
Sports and leisure
The Parc Olympique received nearly $900,000 in financial support.
Video : Parc Olympique
Pulp and paper
Kruger received nearly $900,000 in financial support.
Video : Kruger
Read other testimonials from companies that have participated in our programs and offers.
Calculate your financial assistance
The OSE tool gives you access to more than 200 predefined measures for which the savings and financial assistance are calculated in advance.
You can:
- validate the eligibility of the measures you’ve selected.
- assess the amount of financial assistance you may be entitled to receive.
- submit your request for financial assistance.
OSE tool 3.1*
Version in effect since June 3, 2022
Video in French only
Informative video about the OSE tool
Duration: 2 minutes 22 seconds
video transcriptionOSE tool
*Make sure you use the version of the software that corresponds to your project start date:
November 19, 2018, to June 8, 2020: version 1.0
June 9, 2020, to May 8, 2022: version 2.1
May 9, 2022, to now: version 3.1
If you began your project prior to May 9, 2022, refer to the transitional rules.
Partners and aggregators
Companies that wish to participate or act as a partner or project aggregator can submit projects on behalf of their business customers and thereby receive incentive compensation.
Have an energy efficiency project and want to find the right program for you?
Frequently asked questions
What is energy efficiency?
Energy efficiency encourages a wiser use of Québec’s collective resources. It consists of using less energy to achieve an identical or similar service. In other words, for the same need, we use and waste less energy through measures designed to recover energy losses and by introducing more efficient equipment that uses less energy.
Why should I promote energy efficiency?
Companies that implement energy efficiency measures reduce their electricity bill, which helps to make them more competitive. They position themselves as agents of change for the benefit of society and improve their brand image. By consuming less and more wisely, the companies contribute to a healthy management of hydropower and participate in Québec’s energy transition. The energy savings achieved help postpone electricity generation, transmission and distribution investments. By avoiding significant additional supply and infrastructure costs, we are able to keep our electricity rates among the lowest in North America. Energy savings also promote the electrification of new uses, the decarbonization of companies located in Québec and exports of clean energy to neighboring systems.
Why participate in the Efficient Solutions Program?
With the Efficient Solutions Program, you can receive financial assistance to conduct an energy analysis of one or more buildings and implement energy efficiency measures that will reduce your electricity bill and improve your competitiveness. The program is tailored to the needs of different types of companies.
I would like to participate in the program. What do I need to do?
First, you need to consult the different program components (Energy Analysis, Small Businesses and Medium and Large Businesses) and the Participant’s Guides to understand the requirements and steps to take. You can also rely on an industry professional to support you, or contact us for more information.
I am an energy efficiency professional. How can I help my customers participate in the program?
We encourage industry professionals (engineering consulting firms, contractors, companies specializing in energy, etc.) to promote the Efficient Solutions Program with their customers in order to find and implement energy efficiency projects. For more information, visit the Partners and aggregators page.
Transitional rules
The program terms and conditions were modified on May 9, 2022. As a result, if you took steps to participate in the program before that date, please refer to the transitional rules.
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