How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 150000% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the NBIF — Emerging Concepts and Technologies Program?

NBIF — Emerging Concepts and Technologies Program is funded by New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)

What are NBIF — Emerging Concepts and Technologies Program's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be a researcher at a New Brunswick research institution or a private company.

NBIF — Emerging Concepts and Technologies Program

Last Update: July 22, 2025

NB, Canada

Support for early-stage emission-reduction technology development

NBIF — Emerging Concepts and Technologies Program at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $150,000

Timeline

Open Date : October 21, 2024
Closing date : November 15, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services

Grant Providers

New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF)

Program status

Closed

Overview of the NBIF — Emerging Concepts and Technologies Program program

The Emerging Concepts and Technologies (ECT) Program offers grants up to $150,000 to support the development of technologies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in challenging sectors in New Brunswick. Eligible activities include hiring research staff, third-party testing, and purchasing laboratory supplies and materials.

Financing terms and conditions

This grant provides financial support through un-leveraged grants aimed at facilitating research and development in emissions reduction technologies. The funding structure is tailored to assist early-stage and evaluative projects, with specific monetary allocations based on project focus.

Un-leveraged grants allocated to research and development projects without the requirement for matching funds.
Stream I offers grants of up to $50,000 for projects focused on the development of novel technologies in their conceptual, early stages.
Stream II provides grants of up to $150,000 for projects assessing the applicability of technologies from other jurisdictions for use within New Brunswick.

Eligible projects & activities

This grant aims to support the early stages of technology development focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The eligible activities include both innovation in novel technologies within New Brunswick and evaluation of existing technologies for local applicability.

Development of the conceptual, early-stage genesis of novel technologies in New Brunswick.
Evaluation of the suitability of emissions reduction technologies emerging in other jurisdictions for New Brunswick.

Eligibility criteria of the NBIF — Emerging Concepts and Technologies Program program

Eligibility for this grant requires the applicant to be part of specific sectors and activities outlined by the program.

The applicant must be a researcher at an NB research institution or a private company.

Who is eligible?

This program is designed for researchers and private companies actively engaged in developing technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in challenging sectors within New Brunswick.

Researchers at New Brunswick research institutions.
Private companies focusing on emissions reduction technologies.

Eligible expenses

The grant covers specific expenses directly related to the development and validation of emissions reduction technologies.

Salaries for hiring research staff.
Third party testing.
Laboratory supplies and materials.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to researchers and companies located in the region specific to the funding body. The program targets entities operating within New Brunswick, Canada.

Researchers at New Brunswick research institutions.
Private companies operating in New Brunswick.

How to apply to the NBIF — Emerging Concepts and Technologies Program program

Access Application Instructions

Visit the ECT-NB website for detailed application instructions.
Ensure understanding of all requirements and timelines before proceeding.

Prepare Application Materials

Gather all necessary documents, including project proposals and any supporting materials.
Ensure that proposed budget and eligible expenses are clearly outlined.

Draft Application

Follow the guidelines provided on the ECT-NB website to complete your application.
Ensure clarity and conciseness in detailing your project’s scope, objectives, and impact.

Submit Application

Directly submit the completed application to Net Zero Atlantic as per the website instructions.
Ensure submission is before the deadline (Nov. 15).

Confirmation of Receipt

Await confirmation from Net Zero Atlantic on receipt of application.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The program targets sectors that are particularly challenging to decarbonize, although the specific sectors are not detailed in the context provided.
The grant is specific to projects in New Brunswick, indicating a regional focus on addressing emissions reductions.
The potential for commercialization plays a role, suggesting that projects should have a clear path to market.
Applications are evaluated by a diverse panel including NBIF and external experts, ensuring a comprehensive review process.
Contract terms, including project milestones, are negotiated post-approval, indicating flexibility in project detailing.

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