NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

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

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: Are startups eligible for the NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Collaborate on energy, mining and environment R&D

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : November 14, 2019

Financing Type

Researchers And Facilities

Expert Advice

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

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

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

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 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

$ 150,000

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

$ 150,000

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

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

Documents and links

NRC — Energy, Mining and Environment Research Centre

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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.