Efficient Solutions for Agricultural Operations

Efficient Solutions for Agricultural Operations is sponsored by Hydro-Québec. Offers rebates for purchasing and installing energy-efficient equipment used on farms, helping reduce energy costs.

Efficient Solutions Program – Farming Component | Hydro-Québec Offers for the farming market The Efficient Solutions Program provides farm customers with a wide range of energy efficient products, equipment and systems. Select the measures that best fit your farm from the three modules. Efficient products to help you use energy more wisely.

Replace your lighting equipment for general or horticultural purposes with Increase productivity with high-efficiency fans. Improve the quality of the milk by replacing your equipment. Save by choosing energy-efficient models.

Efficiency measures that consider the specific energy requirements of greenhouse growers.

This module includes aerothermal and geothermal heat pumps and Our program also includes more than 200 energy efficiency measures tailored to your Here’s a quick look at the measures you may be interested in: Efficient air compressors and high-efficiency compressors integrated into a Geothermal and aerothermal heat pumps Variable-frequency drives (VFDs), pump motors and fan motors Solar walls to preheat fresh air ENERGY STAR ® certified air conditioners The full list is available in the Efficient Solutions OSE tool .

How to participate in the program Make your project a reality by purchasing and installing eligible energy efficient products and systems. Then apply for funding in just a few clicks! Read the Participant’s Guide Before you start your project, make sure you understand the eligibility requirements and program terms and conditions.

Go to Participant’s Guide Use the Efficient Solutions OSE tool to evaluate the amount of funding you could receive for your project and send in your application once the products are The funding must total at least $100. The program requirements were modified on March 31, 2026. began the application process prior that date, please refer to the transitional rules .

Carry out your project with a partner You can also work with a partner (specialized company, equipment manufacturer, consulting engineering firm, etc.) that will support you in the process and provide all the required documents. Partners may also receive incentive compensation . Our experts are available to discuss your energy efficiency project.

Other offers that may be of interest Receive up to $60,000 in funding to conduct an energy analysis. You'll be able to target potential projects involving the efficient use of electricity while improving the energy efficiency of your greenhouses.

Learn more about energy analysis If your project involves products, equipment or systems that aren't eligible under the Farming Component, you can submit a request under the Customized Option of the Medium and Large Businesses component.

Learn more about the Customized Option Demand Response (DR) Option Earn a credit when you reduce your power demand during winter peak Learn more about the DR Option Access program for three-phase The Programme d’accès au réseau triphasé [Access program for three‑phase power] led by the Ministère de l’Environnement, de Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs (MELCCFP) in collaboration with Hydro‑Québec provides funding to agricultural and agri‑food businesses in rural areas that don’t access to a three‑phase power system.

The three‑power system facilitates the replacement of fossil fuels with renewable energy and helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions. There are two types of funding: 75% of eligible expenses, up to $250,000 to extend the system. 50% of eligible expenses, up to $25,000 to connect the system.

Learn more about the program (in French only) Stay up to date on our energy efficiency programs and demand response offers. Four energy efficiency measures to grow your