Programme Solutions efficaces ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Commercial businesses with one or more buildings used for commercial purposes - Institutional organizations operating commercial buildings - Industrial enterprises with commercial, institutional, or industrial buildings - Businesses must be established and operating in Quebec - Both private and public sector organizations may qualify - Micro, small, medium, and large enterprises are eligible ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable financial assistance - Funding Structure: Partial funding model (matching contribution required from applicant) - Eligible Cost Coverage: Percentage of eligible project costs covered by the program (specific percentage not detailed in provided description) - No Repayment Required: Funds do not need to be repaid - Cost-Sharing: Applicants must contribute a portion of project costs alongside grant funding ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Lighting efficiency measures (LED upgrades, lighting optimization, controls) - Variable frequency drives (VFDs) for motor systems - Compressed air system improvements (leak detection, optimization, efficiency upgrades) - Renewable energy integration (solar thermal, geothermal, or similar systems) - Building envelope improvements related to energy performance - HVAC system optimization and upgrades - Energy management system installation and implementation - Equipment and materials directly related to energy efficiency retrofits ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Projects must focus on energy efficiency improvements in existing commercial, institutional, or industrial buildings - Applicants must conduct an energy audit or assessment prior to or during application - Matching funds (co-investment) from the business are mandatory - Energy savings targets and performance metrics must be established - Detailed project plans and specifications required at application stage - Contractor qualifications and certifications may be required - Compliance with Quebec building codes and regulations mandatory - Post-implementation verification and reporting of energy savings may be required - Program likely has application deadlines and funding cycles - Project completion timeline must be defined and adhered to