Technology and Business Demonstration

For Quebec businesses developing innovative ways to reduce energy consumption or better manage electricity demand, moving from concept to real-world proof can be the hardest step. Pilot projects, testing environments, and commercial validation often require significant upfront investment before results are clear. The Technology and Business Demonstration program helps bridge that gap by supporting demonstration projects that show whether new energy-efficient or power-demand optimization solutions can work in practice.

Delivered by Hydro-Québec with support from the Gouvernement du Québec, this initiative offers non-repayable funding that can cover a substantial portion of eligible project costs, with support reaching up to around $500,000. The program is aimed at businesses and organizations working on innovative technologies, processes, or business models that could lead to measurable energy savings or improved electricity demand management. Funding is intended for projects that go beyond the lab, allowing companies to test both technical performance and commercial potential in real operating conditions.

Because the program focuses on demonstration rather than early research, it is particularly relevant for businesses that are ready to validate, refine, or showcase solutions before broader market deployment. Applications are generally accepted on an ongoing basis for projects that meet certain requirements. For Quebec-based businesses exploring advanced energy solutions, learning more about how this program works can help determine whether it fits your next stage of innovation.