Energy analysis Financial support to assess your energy use

A good starting point for business that wants to find out how to optimize the energy performance of its buildings, equipment or processes.

Find the best opportunities to increase your energy efficiency

Often carried out by a consulting engineering firm, an energy analysis assesses energy use and prioritizes the most beneficial measures from the technical, energy and economic standpoints.

Energy efficiency measures

Up to $50,000 in financial support to cover the eligible costs, including in-house labour, of an energy analysis aimed solely at implementing energy efficiency measures.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND DEMAND RESPONSE MEASURES

Up to $60,000 in financial support to cover the eligible costs, including in-house labour, of an energy analysis aimed at implementing energy efficiency and demand response measures.

Why carry out an energy analysis?

  • Get an accurate assessment of your energy use

    The analysis will give you a clear picture of the energy performance of your buildings, equipment or processes.

  • Find ways to save

    See how you can improve your business’ energy performance.

  • Implement cost-effective solutions

    Prioritize and carefully select energy efficiency measures to recoup your investment in the medium and long terms.

How can I benefit from the financial support?

When you participate in the program, Hydro-Québec experts are available to assist you at every step of your analysis project.

Read the eligibility criteria and terms and conditions

Before you start your project, make sure you understand the eligibility requirements and terms and conditions.

To be eligible, the building must:

  • Be located in Québec and used for commercial, industrial or institutional purposes

  • Receive electricity from the Hydro-Québec grid or an eligible off-grid or municipal system

  • Consume at least 1 GWh annually (reference consumption)

For more information on the terms and conditions:

Please note:

The program requirements changed on March 31, 2026. If you began the application process prior to that date, please refer to the transitional rules.

Plan your analysis project

Plan your analysis project with your team and choose a partner like a specialized company or consulting engineering firm who can guide you.

Use our self-assessment tool to see if your proposal meets the program’s main terms and conditions before you get started.

Submit an energy analysis proposal

Download and fill out the energy analysis proposal form and send it to the email address indicated on the form.

We’ll evaluate your request and determine whether your project is approved.

Project eligibility

Make sure that your project meets the eligibility criteria for financial support prior to submitting your application.

Download the form [XLSX 125 kB ‑ In French only]

Carry out the energy analysis and receive the financial support

Once you’ve carried out the energy analysis, send us the report so we can confirm its compliance and pay the first instalment of 40% of eligible costs.

The second instalment of 60% of eligible costs will be paid once you’ve implemented at least one of the measures included in your analysis and compliant with the program requirements.

Questions?

A member of our team of advisors will be happy to assist you in your energy analysis project.

Get in touch with us

Relevant documents

Frequently asked questions

An energy analysis provides you with a clear picture of your energy use, identifies the best ways for you to save and prioritizes measures that are technically and financially feasible. Under the Energy Analysis component, you can first receive financial support to carry out the analysis, and then further financial support to implement the selected measures. Personalized support from Hydro‑Québec experts is also offered at each stage of the process.

We recommend that you start by consulting the available documentation on the Energy Analysis page to find out about the requirements and the steps to take. You can also call on engineering consulting services or an industry professional for support, or contact us for more information.

The Energy Analysis component is intended for Québec-based companies with one or more buildings used for commercial, institutional or industrial activities, and whose electricity is supplied from either the Hydro‑Québec grid or an eligible off-grid, municipal or cooperative system. Please refer to the Energy Analysis page for information about the applicable requirements.

You can contact us for further details or assistance. You can also call on an industry professional, who will be able to guide you through the process.

Experts in the field are encouraged to inform their clients about the program and to propose energy efficiency or demand response projects.

Visit the Partners web page, which provides useful information and documentation to support your clients.

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