# Hydro-Québec Heat Pump Program Hits Overwhelming Demand | Montreal News

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Podcast: [Montreal News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/montreal-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7589889)
Published: 2026-07-30T16:02:57+00:00
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Hydro-Québec’s free heat pump program for low- to middle-income households sparked an avalanche of interest—so much so that they had to pause new registrations after just one month. Designed to help 20,000 families cut energy costs and go green, the initiative drew overwhelming demand, with strict income caps and a rush of applicants proving people are ready to make their homes more sustainable and affordable. Now on hold to process the flood of applications, it’s a sign of just how hungry the public is for practical, eco-friendly solutions. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3c2cf57d01473c50

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