Understanding bills and general rates

Interruptible Electricity Rate Option

If you are a medium-power (Rate M) customer and can reduce your consumption at Hydro-Québec's request, such as by using a dual-energy system in good condition that allows you to switch to an alternative heating source, this option offers a great opportunity for you to save money on your winter electricity bill.

The interruptible electricity option offers you credits in exchange for curtailing your electricity consumption on request.

This option was developed to help balance electricity supply and demand in Québec. By limiting your power consumption, you contribute to a wiser use of our collective resources. In return, Hydro-Québec pays you the equivalent of what it spends when it buys power on open markets.


Reserved for customers signed up for the option

Access to your consumption profile
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