Hydro-Québec Demand Response program
Hydro-Québec Demand Response program
Cut your energy costs during peak periods.
Hydro-Québec
Demand Response.
100% implemented.
Your demand response (GDP) issues are handled quickly, efficiently and at a controlled cost, thanks to field expertise specialized in energy optimization and building system automation.
Because energy performance doesn't stop at equipment installation.
- Lower electricity costs during peak periods
- Optimized building energy consumption
- Maximized Hydro-Québec credits
- Diagnostics and adjustment of building control systems for the Demand Response program
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Targeted services
Eligibility analysis and savings estimate
We analyze your building to determine whether it qualifies for Hydro-Québec's Demand Response program and to estimate potential savings.
Our analysis includes:
- assessment of the building's electrical demand
- analysis of energy loads in winter
- estimate of possible financial credits
- use of Hydro-Québec's calculator to estimate ROI
This step confirms whether the Demand Response program pays off for your building.
Building system optimization
To take part effectively in the Demand Response program, the building's systems must be able to reduce consumption during peak periods.
Among other things, we adjust:
- heating systems
- ventilation and HVAC sequences
- building control systems
- preheating strategies before peak periods
The goal is to reduce consumption between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. while keeping occupants comfortable.
Peak event management and follow-up
When Hydro-Québec announces a peak period, the building must reduce its consumption according to the program's parameters.
We help managers:
- set up automated sequences
- follow up on Demand Response events
- analyze the reports sent by Hydro-Québec
- maximize credits on the electricity bill
Good follow-up is essential to avoid missing too many events and losing the program's credits.
When should you call Tekimmo for the Hydro-Québec Demand Response program?
Main equipment
Energy systems and controls we master
We work on a wide range of of HVAC equipment and building control systems that help optimize energy consumption and take part effectively in Hydro-Québec's Demand Response program.
If your system isn't listed, our technicians can still help.
Commonly serviced equipment
- Electric heating systems and thermal plants
- HVAC systems (heating, ventilation, air conditioning)
- Variable frequency drives for fans and pumps
- Controllers and building energy management systems
- Equipment that enables energy demand reduction during peak periods
Supported automation systems and platforms
Our technicians handle the diagnostics, optimization and programming of building control systems to adjust energy consumption during Demand Response events. Commonly supported platforms: Delta Controls, Niagara Framework, KMC Controls, Distech Controls, Automated Logic and other smart control systems .
Regions served and availability
We serve all of Greater Montreal and the regions within about 2 hours of Montreal.
- Montreal
- Montérégie
- Laval
- Laurentians
- Lanaudière
- Eastern Townships
Our team works with commercial, institutional and industrial buildings that need fast, reliable support for DELTA Controls systems.
Why do technical managers choose Tekimmo?
20 years of field work in Quebec
Solid expertise, proven in the field.
Complex problems handled
We find solutions where things get complicated.
Fast response
Direct line, quick answer, 24/7 service.
Clear, flexible pricing
More affordable than the competition, preferred rates available.
Multi-building expertise
Commercial, institutional and industrial.
Taking part in the Demand Response program can seem complex.
With the right expertise, it becomes simple, profitable and optimized for your building.
FAQ
What is Hydro-Québec's Demand Response program?
Hydro-Québec's Demand Response program (GDP, for “Gestion de la demande de puissance”) lets buildings earn financial credits by reducing their electricity use during winter peak periods. Hydro-Québec sends an alert for these events, usually between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m., so that participating buildings temporarily reduce their consumption.
How does Hydro-Québec's Demand Response (GDP) work?
The demand response (GDP) is a program fromHydro-Québec that lets buildings earn financial credits by reducing their electricity use during winter peak periods.
On very cold days, Hydro-Québec sends an alert to participants, usually for a period between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m.. Buildings must then temporarily reduce their electricity use.
This reduction can be achieved by:
- adjusting the heating and ventilation systems
- programming the building control systems
- preheating some zones before the peak period
- shifting part of the load to another energy source
When the reduction is met, Hydro-Québec grants credits on the electricity bill, which helps reduce the building's operating costs.
What subsidies come with the Hydro-Québec Demand Response program?
In fact, these aren't subsidies but credits. In short, Hydro-Québec's Demand Response program offers financial credits to buildings that reduce their electricity use during winter peak periods.
The amount of the credits varies with the size of the building and its ability to reduce energy demand. As a guide:
- $15,000 to $20,000 for a small building
- $35,000 or more for a medium-sized building
- $200,000 to $300,000 for large buildings or industrial facilities
Hydro-Québec also provides an online calculator to estimate potential savings based on the building's consumption. Here is the link to the online tool: Hydro-Québec Demand Response credit calculator
These credits let property managers reduce electricity costs while improving their buildings' energy management. Our experts are here to support you with your application.
Which buildings qualify for the Hydro-Québec Demand Response program?
Most commercial, multi-residential and institutional buildings can take part in the program if their electrical demand is high enough, usually 10 kW or more. Buildings must also be able to reduce their consumption during peak periods.
How much can you save with the Hydro-Québec Demand Response program?
Savings vary with the size of the building and its ability to reduce consumption during peak periods.
In many cases, credits can reach:
- $15,000 to $20,000 for a small building
- $35,000 or more for a medium-sized building
$200,000 to $300,000 for large buildings or industrial facilities
How do you join the Hydro-Québec Demand Response program?
To take part in the program, a building must:
- Register with Hydro-Québec
- Adapt its building heating and control systems
- Reduce consumption during winter peak alerts
Follow events to meet the program's requirements and earn credits on the electricity bill
How do you reduce electricity use during peak periods?
Buildings can reduce their consumption with different strategies. Our experts at Tekimmo recommend these methods:
- preheat some zones of the building before the peak period
- temporarily reduce heating
- adjust the HVAC systems through building controls
- shift the load to a generator or another energy source
These strategies help reduce energy demand without compromising occupant comfort. Our experts are here to help you put these strategies in place.
Is the Demand Response program profitable for a rental building?
Yes, in many cases the program can generate significant savings for rental buildings. The credits vary with the size of the building and its ability to reduce consumption during peak periods. Many buildings earn between $15,000 and $35,000 in credits per year, and large buildings can reach more than $200,000 in annual savings.
