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Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies

Supports collaborative international R&D in clean technology innovation
National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : October 30, 2025
Location
Canada

Overview

The Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals supports Canadian SMEs in collaborative international R&D projects in clean technologies, including hydrogen, renewable energy, smart cities, and energy optimization solutions. Eligible activities include developing innovative products, processes, or services, with funding provided through NRC IRAP for qualified Canadian applicants; the maximum funding amount is determined by the national funding body's regulations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Closing date : October 30, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Utilities
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Educational services
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • $ 500,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
  • 5-500 employees
Audience
  • Canadians
  • Startups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Collaborative research and development of hydrogen and renewable energy technologies for energy generation and storage.
  • Development of digital solutions such as ICT, Artificial Intelligence, and Big Data technologies aimed at optimizing energy use, monitoring CO2 emissions, and advancing smart energy management.
  • Creation of energy-efficient housing and smart city solutions, including initiatives using Internet of Things (IoT) and digital twins.
  • Joint projects that result in innovative products, industrial processes, or services with clear technological advancement and commercial potential in clean technologies.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in clean technology sectors
  • Canadian incorporated, profit-oriented SMEs
  • Companies involved in hydrogen and renewable energy technology
  • Firms engaged in ICT for energy tracking, management, and storage
  • Businesses focusing on energy-efficient housing, smart cities, IoT, AI, and big data for energy optimization

Who is not eligible

  • Canadian organizations that are not small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), such as large corporations, non-profits, universities, or research centres, are not eligible for NRC IRAP funding and must secure alternative funding or self-fund their participation.
  • Canadian companies that have fewer than 5 full-time equivalent employees located in Canada (excluding contract employees) are not eligible for funding.
  • Canadian companies that have been in operation for less than 12 months prior to the project proposal deadline are not eligible for funding.
  • Companies that are not incorporated, profit-oriented, and based in Canada are not eligible for NRC IRAP funding through this call.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada (for Canadian SME applicants that are incorporated and profit-oriented)
  • Eureka participating countries (for consortium eligibility)

Additional information

  • Eurogia offers a brokerage tool to help with project idea sharing and consortium building.
  • A Project Consortium Agreement (PCA) must be signed between project partners as soon as possible after the start of the project.
  • Canadian SME applicants may apply to more than one NRC IRAP-funded call for proposals at the same time, but are subject to limits on the number of funded projects per applicant.
  • PCA templates are available for use by the project consortium if required.

Contacts

Peter.Bandas@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies. 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 Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies?

The Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals supports Canadian SMEs in collaborative international R&D projects in clean technologies, including hydrogen, renewable energy, smart cities, and energy optimization solutions. Eligible activities include developing innovative products, processes, or services, with funding provided through NRC IRAP for qualified Canadian applicants; the maximum funding amount is determined by the national funding body's regulations.

Who is eligible for the Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies program?

To be eligible for the Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies program, you must: Be an incorporated, profit-oriented SME in Canada with 500 or fewer full-time equivalent employees Have operated for at least 12 months prior to the application deadline Have a minimum of 5 full-time equivalent employees located in Canada (excluding contract employees)

What expenses are eligible under Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies?

Collaborative research and development of hydrogen and renewable energy technologies for energy generation and storage. Development of digital solutions such as ICT, Artificial Intelligence, and Big Data technologies aimed at optimizing energy use, monitoring CO2 emissions, and advancing smart energy management. Creation of energy-efficient housing and smart city solutions, including initiatives using Internet of Things (IoT) and digital twins. Joint projects that result in innovative products, industrial processes, or services with clear technological advancement and commercial potential in clean technologies.

Who can I contact for more information about the Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies?

You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at Peter.Bandas@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca.

Where is the Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies available?

The Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies program is available across Canada.

Is the Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies is a Partnering and Collaboration

Who are the financial supporters of the Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies?

Eurogia Cluster's 29th Call for proposals – Clean Technologies is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC)

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