INNOV-R — InnovÉÉ
At a glance
- Max. $500,000
- 50% of project cost
- Open Date : April 04, 2022
- All industries
- Consortium de recherche et d'innovations en bioprocédés industriels au Québec
Overview
Eligibility criteria
The Innov-R program provides funding for collaborative research projects in Quebec with a GHG reduction potential. It aims to accelerate Quebec's progression towards GHG reduction targets through innovation.
- Collaborative R&D projects with a technology readiness level (TRL) of 1 to 6 involving at least one Quebec-based business with production or R&D activities and one university, college technology transfer centre (CTTC), or public research centre.
- The grant may cover up to 50% of allowable expenses, with total public funding programs covering up to 80% of allowable expenses. Businesses must contribute at least 20% of allowable expenses, 50% of which may be in kind.
- Cities, towns, NPOs, organizations, and Crown corporations may also be eligible to participate.
Who is eligible
Eligible types of companies for this grant include:
- Quebec-based businesses with production or R&D activities
- Cities and towns, NPO's, organizations, and Crown corporations
Eligible expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant. The eligible expenses include:
- R&D activities
- Production activities
- Technology transfer activities
- Public research center expenses
- In-kind contributions
Eligible projects & activities
There are eligible projects for the grant. Collaborative research projects with a high potential for GHG emissions reduction in Quebec are eligible for funding through the INNOV-R program. Eligible activities include:
- Transportation electrification projects
- Use of renewable energy (e.g., solar, wind) to replace diesel generators in remote regions
Evaluation & selection criteria
The evaluation and selection criteria for the INNOV-R grant include:
- Evaluation of the project's potential impact on reducing GHG emissions
- Quality and feasibility of the proposed research project
- Evidence of collaboration between the Quebec-based business and the research institution
- Alignment with the overall objectives of the program
- Demonstration of innovative technologies or practices
How to apply
- Step 1: Determine eligibility
- Review the eligibility criteria to ensure that your project fits the requirements
- Verify that your project involves at least one Quebec-based business with production or R&D activities and one university, college technology transfer centre (CTTC), or public research centre
- Step 2: Develop a collaborative R&D project
- Create a detailed proposal outlining the research objectives, methodologies, timeline, and expected outcomes
- Ensure that the project focuses on GHG emissions reduction and aligns with the program's objectives
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Complete the application form provided on the program's website
- Gather all required documents and information to support your project proposal
- Step 4: Evaluation and review
- Your project will undergo a thorough evaluation process to assess its alignment with the program objectives and eligibility criteria
- The funding decision will be communicated to you based on the evaluation results
INNOV-R Grant Summary
The INNOV-R program is a collaborative research funding initiative in Quebec aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. It supports innovative projects that promote GHG reduction technologies and practices through partnerships between businesses and research institutions.
INNOV-R Grant Detailed Explanation
The INNOV-R program, funded by the Fonds d'électrification et de changements climatiques (FECC) and administrated by Quebec’s Ministère de l'Économie et de l'Innovation (MEIE), focuses on fostering collaborative research projects with a high potential for reducing GHG emissions in Quebec. The program aims to accelerate Quebec’s progress towards GHG reduction targets, create new knowledge in the area of GHG reduction, support patenting of innovative technologies, and drive investment in GHG emission reduction innovations.
Eligible projects under the INNOV-R program must have a technology readiness level (TRL) of 1 to 6 and involve at least one Quebec-based business with production or R&D activities and one university, college technology transfer centre (CTTC), or public research centre. The grant can cover up to 50% of allowable expenses, with total public funding programs covering up to 80% of allowable expenses. Businesses are required to contribute at least 20% of allowable expenses, with 50% potentially being in kind. Cities, towns, NPOs, organizations, and Crown corporations may also be eligible to participate.
The key objectives of the program include encouraging the emergence of innovative technologies and practices for GHG reduction, promoting knowledge sharing, fostering collaboration among GHG reduction researchers and innovators, engaging businesses and organizations, and stimulating investment in GHG emission reduction innovation.
Examples of relevant projects include those related to transportation electrification and using renewable energy sources like solar and wind to replace diesel generators in remote regions. The program extends support to municipalities, cities, cooperatives, and non-profit organizations as second partners within the framework of the INNOV-R program.
For more information, interested parties can visit the INNOV-R program website and stay updated on upcoming calls for projects by the Ministère de l’Environnement et de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques. The program strives to drive collaborative innovation in Quebec to achieve significant GHG reductions and contribute to the long-term environmental sustainability goals of the province.
