Why be energy wise? For a cleaner and more sustainable energy future
Close to 50% of the energy consumed in Québec comes from polluting energy sources
Contrary to what one may believe, Québec still relies heavily on fossil fuels, namely to power vehicles and heat buildings and factories.
Fossil fuels emit greenhouse gases (GHGs), a major cause of climate change. That’s why it’s so important to reduce and shift consumption and replace polluting energy sources with cleaner options. This is known as the energy transition.
To replace polluting energy sources, we’ll need twice as much clean electricity.
How are we going to do that?
Such an increase in demand represents an enormous collective challenge. We all have a role to play.
By being energy wise
When households and businesses reduce and shift their consumption to the right time, there is more electricity available to meet the growing demand in Québec, because every kilowatthour saved is a kilowatthour we don’t need to generate!
By generating more electricity
To generate the additional energy that Québec will need, we’ll increase the capacity of our generating stations and launch new clean electricity projects.
Every little bit counts
Everything we do today has a very real impact on ensuring that polluting energy sources are replaced in Québec. For instance, using more energy-efficient equipment, such as heat pumps, or lowering the temperature by one or two degrees during peak periods will help us reach this objective.
Learn to be more energy wise
Tips for getting started
Shift your consumption and save
In winter, when everyone heats their home at the same time, we end up with peak periods. Take advantage of great offers when you shift your electricity use outside those peak periods.
Learn moreThe energy transition: A major society-wide project
We’ve launched an ambitious new plan to help Québec meet the challenges of the energy transition.
A plan that rethinks not only how we use energy but also how we can generate more clean electricity and replace polluting energy sources, create prosperity and fight climate change.
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