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NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities
Energy efficient building testing in Ottawa
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Fee-for-service testing facilities and settings where users can evaluate energy-efficient and cost-effective building systems and technical solutions in realistic environments.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
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Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
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.
Eligibility
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.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities. 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.
What is the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities?
Fee-for-service testing facilities and settings where users can evaluate energy-efficient and cost-effective building systems and technical solutions in realistic environments.
Who is eligible for the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities program?
To be eligible for the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities program, you must:
The testing is intended for manufacturers and developers of building systems and technologies.
Participants should aim to evaluate energy-efficient and cost-effective solutions.
Projects should require testing in realistic indoor and outdoor environments for industry certification and labeling.
What expenses are eligible under NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities?
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.
Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC).
Where is the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities available?
The NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities?
NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC), Government of Canada