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NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre

Q: Who is eligible for the NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre program?

To be eligible for the NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre program, you must: The organization must be involved in clean energy technology research or development. Collaboration with research organizations, universities, or government departments may be required.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre?

You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC).

Q: Where is the NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre available?

The NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre program is available across Canada.

Q: Is the NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre a grant, loan, or tax credit?

NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre is a Researchers And Facilities

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre?

NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC), Government of Canada (GC)

Last Update: March 3, 2026

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Collaborate on energy, mining and environment R&D

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National Research Council Canada

Overview

Access technical and advisory services, research facilities and licensing opportunities for energy, mining and environment research.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Research and experimental development

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : November 14, 2019

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Utilities
Manufacturing
Transportation and warehousing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation 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

Startups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Higher Education
Research
Environment
Economic, Social and Community Development
Business Associations

Target groups

Business owners / entrepreneurs
Nonprofits / charities
Academia / students

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

National
International

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 150,000

Testing a new method of mineral extraction to minimize environmental impact in mining projects

$ 150,000

Creating a pilot program to test electric vehicle fleet integration in urban logistics

$ 120,000

Developing a new, efficient solar panel prototype to increase renewable energy adoption

$ 150,000

Researching advanced recycling techniques for electronic waste to improve sustainability

$ 200,000

Implementing advanced AI to improve renewable energy storage solutions

$ 180,000

Developing a water recycling system for mining operations to reduce environmental impact

Eligibility

The eligibility criteria for this grant are:

Applicants must be organizations from the energy, mining, and environment sectors, research organizations, universities, and government departments.
Collaboration with businesses of all sizes is encouraged.

Who is eligible?

Eligible types of companies for this grant include:

Businesses of all sizes
Research organizations
Universities
Other government departments

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant include:

Research and development costs
Laboratory equipment and supplies
Prototype development
Testing and validation expenses
Personnel costs

Selection criteria

The evaluation and selection criteria for this grant are as follows:

Alignment with grant objectives and focus areas
Evidence of innovation and potential impact
Feasibility and sustainability of the proposed project
Qualifications and expertise of the applicant team
Clear and achievable project plan and timeline

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Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre. 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.