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Energy Innovation Program — Carbon capture, utilization and storage RD&D
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Canada
Supports RD&D in carbon capture, utilization, and storage technologies
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Energy Innovation Program — Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage RD&D provided up to $50 million to support research, development, and demonstration activities advancing commercial CCUS technologies in Canada. The program targeted projects in capture, storage and transportation, and utilization of CO2 to reduce emissions where electrification or low-carbon fuels are not feasible.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Integrate new technologies
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Activities funded
- Advancing technologies for capturing carbon emissions from various industrial sources.
- Developing and improving methods for the safe, permanent storage and transportation of captured CO2 across Canada.
- Researching and demonstrating new ways to convert and utilize CO2 into commercially viable products for long-term or permanent sequestration.
Eligibility
- The applicant may be a business, academic institution, non-profit organization, or government or federal laboratory.
- The project must focus on research, development, or demonstration activities related to carbon capture, utilization, or storage (CCUS) technologies.
- The project must contribute to advancing commercial viability of CCUS and support progress toward net-zero emissions by 2050.
Who is eligible?
- Businesses
- Academic institutions
- Non-profit organizations
- Government entities
- Federal laboratories
Eligible geographic areas
- Everywhere in Canada
How to apply
- Step 1: Review Focus Areas
- Examine the three focus areas: Capture, Storage & Transportation, and Utilization to determine which aligns with your project.
- Step 2: Prepare Proposal
- Develop a proposal addressing the requirements and objectives specific to your selected focus area.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Follow the intake process outlined for your chosen focus area and submit your proposal as directed by NRCan's guidelines.
- Step 4: Contact and Follow Up
- For inquiries or assistance, contact NRCan at energyinnovation-innovationenergetique@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.
- Monitor the Current Investments page for updates regarding funded projects.
Additional information
- The program’s call for proposals is currently closed.
- Funded project announcements will be posted on the Current Investments page.
- Submission volume and requested funding amounts are publicly available for each focus area.
- Interested parties can join the program’s mailing list or follow NRCan on LinkedIn for updates on new funding opportunities.
Contacts
energyinnovation-innovationenergetique@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca
