Is an air-to-water heat pump eligible for LogisVert?

Air-to-water heat pumps and LogisVert Grant: what you need to know to invest wisely

In a context where Quebec homeowners are seeking to optimize their comfort while reducing their energy footprint, the air-to-water heat pump is attracting growing interest. This centralized heating and cooling system, combining performance and savings, is particularly popular in single-family homes and multiplexes. But one question frequently arises: is it eligible for the LogisVert subsidy offered by Hydro-Québec? At AirGreen, we analyzed the program in depth to answer this crucial question, taking into account the realities on the ground in Montreal , Laval , Longueuil , as well as on the North Shore and the South Shore .

Understanding the LogisVert program

Hydro-Québec’s LogisVert program aims to encourage residential owners to adopt energy-efficient measures in exchange for financial assistance that can cover up to 100% of the purchase and installation cost (before taxes) of certain equipment. It is open notably to houses, condos, multiplexes and residential buildings (19 dwellings or fewer, or dwellings with a separate meter in buildings with 20 or more dwellings).

Eligible measures clearly mentioned include:

• Installation of an ENERGY STAR certified wall-mounted or central air-to-air heat pump

• Replacing a cooking appliance with an induction cooker

• Installing a heat pump dryer

• Adding roof insulation and caulking work

• An efficient pool pump (until November 30, 2026) and solar photovoltaic panels

However, the air-water heat pump is not explicitly mentioned in the list of eligible equipment.

What is an air-to-water heat pump?

An air-to-water heat pump captures external heat and transfers it to a water network used to heat floors, radiators, or even domestic hot water. It's a highly efficient centralized solution, particularly as a replacement for oil or gas boilers. Some models, such as the Bosch BOVA or the Gree Versati , offer excellent performance even at low temperatures.

Heat pumps eligible according to LogisVert

The LogisVert guide stipulates that only air-to-air heat pumps appear on the list of eligible devices , under two categories:

• ENERGY STAR certified heat pumps (central or wall-mounted, single-split or multi-split): $50 per 1,000 BTU/h at -8 °C

• ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified heat pumps: $120 per 1,000 BTU/h at -8 °C

These heat pumps must be purchased and installed in Quebec , by a company with a valid RBQ license, registered with the Registraire des entreprises du Québec .

The official list of eligible heat pumps can be consulted on the Hydro-Québec website, with AHRI numbers required for any grant application.

Why are air-to-water heat pumps excluded?

Based on our in-depth checks, air-water systems are currently not eligible for the LogisVert grant , for the following reasons:

• The program exclusively targets devices approved on the basis of air-to-air efficiency (heating and air conditioning)

• There is no explicit mention of air-water heat pumps in the technical annexes

• No air-water products appear on the lists of heat pumps eligible for subsidies.

This means that even the most efficient models , such as the Bosch IDS Hybrid or the Gree Versati IV, cannot benefit directly from this aid , despite their high efficiency.

A possible future development?

At AirGreen, we closely follow changes to the LogisVert program. The current guide already covers replacing a geothermal heat pump ($250 per 1,000 BTU/h, up to $18,000 per home), but still not air-to-water heat pumps, which nonetheless play an important role in decarbonizing residential heating.

It is therefore possible that future versions of the program will include these systems, particularly as part of provincial efforts towards carbon neutrality.

Alternatives: How to optimize available subsidies

Even if an air-to-water heat pump is not covered, you can consider strategic combinations of eligible measures , such as:

• An eligible wall-mounted or central air-to-air heat pump , combined with

• Roof insulation with air sealing, or

• An induction range, or

• A heat pump dryer

Thanks to the LogisVert enhanced financing mechanism, an application combining two eligible measures is eligible for an additional 5% bonus on the total aid. This leverage can represent several hundred additional dollars.

AirGreen Case Study: Montreal, Rosemont

A client who owns a duplex in Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie wanted to install a centralized air-to-water heat pump. After analysis, we advised him on an alternative eligible for the LogisVert grant , with:

• A Gree FLEXX 36,000 BTU central heat pump , AHRI approved

• Complete caulking work (doors, windows, attic hatches)

Result :

• Financial assistance obtained: $2,320 (heat pump and air sealing measure in effect at the time, withdrawn on August 25, 2025)

• Today: $120 per 1,000 BTU/h at -8 °C if the model is ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified, with no mandatory air sealing

• Installation time: 5 days

• Expected savings over 12 months: ~30% of annual energy consumption

This type of hybrid solution makes it possible to optimize energy performance while benefiting from maximum subsidies .

What to remember

Despite its many advantages, the air-to-water heat pump is not yet eligible for Hydro-Québec's LogisVert program. However, by opting for high-performance certified air-to-air units and combining measures, you can maximize available subsidies.

At AirGreen, we assist you in the strategic choice of equipment , the analysis of your building, the preparation of your LogisVert file, and the RBQ-compliant installation . Our goal: to allow you to benefit from the best HVAC technologies while respecting the eligibility criteria in force.

Our complete support for LogisVert

Assessment of your home’s eligibility
Tailored technical recommendations
Supply of ENERGY STAR certified products
Installation under an RBQ licence
Complete management of the grant file
Installation that meets the program requirements