NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities
Last Update: July 22, 2025
Ottawa, ON
Energy efficient building testing in Ottawa
NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
Financing Type
Researchers And Facilities
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Grant Providers
- National Research Council Canada (NRC)
- Government of Canada
Program status
Open
Overview of the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities program
Fee-for-service testing facilities and settings where users can evaluate energy-efficient and cost-effective building systems and technical solutions in realistic environments.
Eligible projects & activities
This grant supports the evaluation and testing of energy-efficient and cost-effective building systems and technical solutions. It is designed to facilitate the development of building technologies that can withstand various environmental conditions.
- Use of an envelope environmental exposure facility to simulate interior and exterior climatic conditions.
- Utilization of a guarded hot box environmental test facility to determine the thermal resistance of wall systems and insulation products.
- Engagement with a dynamic roofing facility to assess products' performance under high wind conditions.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 300,000
Creation of a smart lighting laboratory for energy-saving fixtures in public spaces
$ 600,000
Development of a smart building management system to optimize energy use in multi-tenant office buildings
$ 350,000
Establishment of a testing facility for energy-efficient HVAC systems in commercial buildings
$ 500,000
Design and testing of energy-efficient windows for extreme weather conditions
$ 400,000
Implementation of a test environment for high-efficiency insulation materials in commercial buildings
$ 200,000
Development of a testbed for solar panel integration in residential buildings
Eligibility criteria of the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities program
Eligible expenses
The facilities at the NRC in Ottawa enable a wide range of projects related to the development, testing, and improvement of building systems. Eligible activities align closely with evaluating energy-efficient technologies and ensuring they meet rigorous performance standards in realistic environments.
- Testing of energy-efficient building systems using full-scale wall and window chambers.
- Development and evaluation of insulation products through thermal resistance testing (R-value determination).
- Performance analysis of roofing materials under simulated high-wind conditions.
- Simulation and testing of concrete durability and performance in specialized laboratories.
- Environmental exposure testing for building envelopes over extended periods.
Eligibility criteria of the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities program
- Energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness of building systems and technical solutions - Realistic evaluation in indoor and outdoor environments - Ability to meet performance standards for industry certification and labeling
How to apply to the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities program
1
Contact NRC
Reach out to Chris Pezoulas, Director of Business Development, via email at Christopher.Pezoulas@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or phone at 613-993-9502 to express interest and get initial guidance.
2
Discuss Project Requirements
Engage in discussions with NRC officials to clarify project objectives and determine appropriate testing facilities required for evaluating your building systems or products.
3
Obtain Application Instructions
Follow the directives provided by NRC officials on how to proceed with the application process.
4
Prepare Application Documents
Prepare all necessary documentation as advised, which might include project proposals, technical specifications, and other supporting materials.
5
Submit Application
Submit your completed application and all required documents as per the instructions provided by NRC representatives.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The NRC's testing facilities are located on their Ottawa Campus, which may require logistical arrangements for transport of materials and personnel.
- The facilities offer an automated environmental chamber for testing, ideal for long-term climatic simulation projects.
- A unique feature of the facility is its capability to test roofing products under conditions simulating high winds, one of the largest of its kind.
- Utilizing these facilities gives access to a broad spectrum of expertise in the field of building systems.
Apply to this program
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