The Energy Innovation Program — FEED Studies for Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage provides up to $50 million to support Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) studies for CCUS projects across Canada. The program aims to advance engineering expertise, analyze new technologies, and promote the large-scale adoption of carbon capture solutions in various industries.

Financing terms and conditions

Up to $50 million in support available for FEED studies for CCUS projects.

Activities funded

Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) studies for carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) projects that aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Projects focused on expanding engineering knowledge and performance analysis of CCUS technologies across various facility types.
Initiatives supporting the development and application of CCUS technologies for CO2 capture, transportation, usage, and sequestration in different industries.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 76,900

Installation of solar panels for energy efficiency in a bakery

$ 67,000

Expansion of local delivery infrastructure for an urban farm co-op

$ 48,000

Development of a mobile application for online tutoring services

$ 67,000

Acquisition of CNC machinery for a small furniture manufacturing firm

$ 75,000

Purchase of automated packaging equipment for a food processor

$ 80,000

Renovation of community kitchen for food entrepreneurship training

Eligibility

The project must involve Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) studies for carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) facilities.
The project must have the potential to significantly mitigate greenhouse gas emissions.
The project must contribute to increasing knowledge about the application of CCUS technologies in various types of facilities in Canada.

Who is eligible?

Companies or organizations undertaking projects related to carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS)
Industries aiming to advance front-end engineering and design (FEED) studies for CCUS technologies

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

How to apply

Step 1: Contact Program Administrator
- Email the Energy Innovation Program at energyinnovation-innovationenergetique@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca for questions or to stay informed about future calls for proposals.
Step 2: Stay Informed
- Join the Energy Innovation Program's email list to receive updates on upcoming funding opportunities and announcements.

Additional information

Completed FEED studies are expected to contribute to the development and replication of CCUS technologies across Canada and internationally.
As funded projects are announced, updates will be available on the program's Current Investments page.
Results from a previous call indicated a high level of demand, with 73 eligible submissions totaling $365M in requests.
Interested parties can stay informed about news and future funding opportunities by joining the program's email list or following NRCan on LinkedIn.

Contacts

energyinnovation-innovationenergetique@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca

Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Innovation Program — FEED Studies for Carbon capture, utilization and storage Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Energy Innovation Program — FEED Studies for Carbon capture, utilization and storage. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Energy Innovation Program — FEED Studies for Carbon capture, utilization and storage?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Energy Innovation Program — FEED Studies for Carbon capture, utilization and storage?

Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) studies for carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) projects that aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Projects focused on expanding engineering knowledge and performance analysis of CCUS technologies across various facility types. Initiatives supporting the development and application of CCUS technologies for CO2 capture, transportation, usage, and sequestration in different industries.

What is the deadline to apply?

Is the Energy Innovation Program — FEED Studies for Carbon capture, utilization and storage a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Who are the financial supporters of the Energy Innovation Program — FEED Studies for Carbon capture, utilization and storage?

Who is eligible for the Energy Innovation Program — FEED Studies for Carbon capture, utilization and storage program?

To be eligible for the Energy Innovation Program — FEED Studies for Carbon capture, utilization and storage program, you must: The project must focus on initial engineering and design studies (EIDS) for carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) projects. The project must aim for a significant mitigation of emissions. The project must contribute to increasing the knowledge base on CCUS technologies in Canada.