NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre
At a glance
- No Condition
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- National Research Council Canada
- Government of Canada
Overview
Eligibility criteria
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
Evaluation & 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
Grant Summary
This grant focuses on supporting clean energy and resources initiatives, including energy storage, hydrogen technologies, low-carbon fuels, and CO2 emissions reduction. It aims to develop innovative solutions for a sustainable and environmentally friendly energy sector.
Grant Details
Through this grant, the National Research Council of Canada is committed to advancing green technologies and collaborating with organizations across various sectors to address energy, mining, and environmental challenges. The grant offers services in areas such as battery energy storage, hydrogen production, material acceleration, CO2 emissions reduction, and bioprocessing, among others. Research activities include clean energy transition, green energy materials, and the development of new materials and technologies for a cleaner and greener future.
The NRC's expertise spans the technology readiness scale, from fundamental research to technology development, prototyping, and field testing. By leveraging its relationships and expertise, the NRC aims to contribute to the advancement of science and industry-relevant solutions in the energy and environmental protection sectors. Through collaboration with universities, research organizations, businesses, and government departments, the NRC aims to drive innovation and support the transition to a sustainable energy future.
