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PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component - Quebec - Canada
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PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component

Supports collaborative research projects reducing greenhouse gas emissions
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PROMPT
Latest source update
Last Update: May 11, 2026
Latest change: The program status changed from open to closed, and both deadline fields now say to be confirmed.
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GHG Reduction stream status and deadlines updated
The GHG Reduction – Academic Stream page now shows the program as closed instead of open. Both deadline fields were also changed to to be confirmed, so the active application window is no longer clearly stated. The program overview, eligibility, scope, and funding terms still appear unchanged in the visible content.
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply

Universities

See full eligibility

Overview

The GHG Reduction – Academic Stream offers up to $500,000 per year, for a maximum of $1.5 million over three years. It supports collaborative research projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions through new products, new processes, or significant improvements to existing ones.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Higher Education
  • Research
  • Environment
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Academia / students
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Local
  • Municipal
  • Regional
  • Provincial

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Collaborative research projects between businesses and public research centres.
  • Development of new products or processes, or significant improvement of existing ones.
  • Projects with strong potential to reduce or avoid GHG emissions in Quebec.
  • Innovation projects focused on GHG reduction solutions and clean technologies.

Official resources

Program guide

GHG Reduction

GHG Reduction

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Universities
  • College technology transfer centres (CCTTs)
  • Public research centres established in Quebec
  • Quebec-based businesses
  • Quebec-based non-profit organizations (NPOs)

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations listed in the public contracts non-eligibility register (RENA).
  • Applicants that have defaulted on obligations to the Government of Quebec.

Eligible expenses

  • Direct research costs.
  • In-kind contributions linked to the project.
  • Salaries, student scholarships, materials, consumables, equipment rental or purchase, professional fees, travel, knowledge dissemination, platform costs, and subcontracting.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Costs already funded by the Ministry or another Quebec government program financed by the FECC.
  • Transactions between related companies or partners.
  • Recurring costs such as annual subscriptions and software updates.
  • Expenses incurred before the detailed application is submitted, including committed contract expenses.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

Selection criteria

  • Scientific quality and degree of innovation.
  • Quality of the partnership and benefits for industrial partners.
  • Project management realism, including schedule, budget, and objectives.
  • Project benefits for Quebec, including scientific, technological, social, and economic impacts.
  • Ability of the solution to reduce GHG emissions in Quebec over the first 10 years of commercialization.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Contact the relevant RSRI
    • Identify the RSRI linked to your sector.
    • Request the detailed application form and related documentation.
  • Step 2: Complete the application
    • Fill out and sign the detailed application form.
    • Complete both parts of the form, including the GHG reduction section.
  • Step 3: Request support if needed
    • Use the free GHG calculation support offered by the RSRI.
    • Work with the RSRI contact person to complete the GHG section.
  • Step 4: Submit the application
    • File the completed application with the appropriate RSRI.
    • Submit before the program deadline.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by the relevant RSRI.
  • Projects are assessed on scientific quality and GHG reduction potential.
  • Funding decisions are based on both project merit and reduction potential.
  • Applicants may receive free support to complete the GHG reduction section.
  • A detailed application must be filled out and signed before review.

Additional information

  • Management fees of 5% of eligible expenses apply to each funded project.
  • The program is currently open for applications, with a submission deadline of October 15, 2025.
  • The technological maturity level (TRL) at the project's start must be determined and justified by the academic partner.
  • The maximum duration allowed for each project is three years.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component Program

What is the PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component?

The GHG Reduction – Academic Stream offers up to $500,000 per year, for a maximum of $1.5 million over three years. It supports collaborative research projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions through new products, new processes, or significant improvements to existing ones.

How much funding can be received?

PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component program?

To be eligible for the PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component program, you must: Must be a company established in Quebec Must engage in internal production or R&D activities in Quebec

What expenses are eligible under PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component?

Collaborative research projects between businesses and public research centres. Development of new products or processes, or significant improvement of existing ones. Projects with strong potential to reduce or avoid GHG emissions in Quebec. Innovation projects focused on GHG reduction solutions and clean technologies.

Where is the PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component available?

The PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component a grant, loan, or tax credit?

PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component is a Researchers And Facilities

Who are the financial supporters of the PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component?

PROMPT — GHG reduction – Academic component is funded by PROMPT