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Energy Efficient Buildings RD&D
Supports energy-efficient building innovation
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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Applicant organizations from across Canada submitted expressions of interest.
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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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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
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
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
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.
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), Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)