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Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D
Supports energy-efficient building innovation
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Applicant organizations from across Canada submitted expressions of interest.
See full eligibility
Overview
Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D supported Canadian projects that advanced energy efficiency and climate action for homes and buildings. It focused on building codes, deep energy retrofits, net-zero energy-ready buildings, and software tools, including demonstrations and real-world validation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development and implementation of building codes for existing buildings and new net-zero energy-ready buildings.
- Demonstrations in real-world conditions.
- Development and adoption of technologies, design and construction practices.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Applicant organizations from across Canada submitted expressions of interest.
- Seventeen companies were invited to submit full project proposals in the third call.
Eligible geographic areas
- Across Canada
Selection criteria
- Expressions of interest were evaluated and scored across multiple Scope Priority Areas.
- Applications underwent in-depth expert reviews.
- Final selections followed a stringent review process.
Processing and Agreement
- Eight projects were selected after a rigorous review by an expert panel.
- Selected projects successfully completed the due diligence process.
- Selected projects entered into funding agreements.
Additional information
- This program is no longer accepting applications.
- Funding under the EEB RD&D Program has now been fully allocated.
- Calls for proposals or expressions of interest were used under the program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D Program
What is the Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D?
Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D supported Canadian projects that advanced energy efficiency and climate action for homes and buildings. It focused on building codes, deep energy retrofits, net-zero energy-ready buildings, and software tools, including demonstrations and real-world validation.
What expenses are eligible under Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D?
Development and implementation of building codes for existing buildings and new net-zero energy-ready buildings.
Demonstrations in real-world conditions.
Development and adoption of technologies, design and construction practices.
Who can I contact for more information about the Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D?
You can contact Bureau of Energy Research and Development (BRDE) by email at nrcan.eeb-be.rncan@canada.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D available?
The Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D program is available across Canada.
Is the Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D?
Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D is funded by Bureau of Energy Research and Development (BRDE)