The programme d’aide a l’installation d’equipments solaires operationnels (PAIESO) program is targeting commercial, industrial, institutional, municipal and agricultural installations currently burning oil, diesel, gasoline, natural gas, propane and butane to generate power. The grant program supports the use of alternative, clean sources of electricity generation and less reliance on burning of fossil fuels.
Two alternative installations in particular are eligible for grant funding. Companies who install solar thermal systems, using solar energy to pre-heat air or water, can receive small business grants up to 50% of the installation cost. Up to 75% is being granted to those who utilize photovoltaic (PV)systems. Some of the advantages of using PV systems is more reliability, less fuel costs, noise and emissions.
The Canada Ministry of Natural Resources is dedicated "To foster the development and preservation of, and the production of information concerning, land and natural resources in Québec, with a view to achieving sustainable development and integrated management."
For more information, visit www.efficaciteenergetique.mrnf.gouv.qc.ca/en/home
