Hydro‑Québec and Énergir have joined forces to fight climate change by proposing a dual-energy offer for the residential sector. For the commercial sector, the dual energy program is coming this summer.
The idea is simple: using electricity to meet over 70% of heating requirements and natural gas as an auxiliary source. In other words, it consists in using the right energy source at the right time and at the lowest possible cost.
In both cases electric hot water tank is recommended as it will be using preferential DT Rate
Your dual-energy system will vary depending on the type of heating equipment in your residence. If you have a forced air system, dual-energy requires the combination of a natural gas furnace and a heat pump. For hot water systems, dual-energy combines a natural gas boiler and an electric boiler.