Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Manufacturing of biocarbon briquettes for the production of ferroalloys.
Agreement Number:
988883
Agreement Value:
$294,064.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 4, 2022 - Dec 31, 2023
Description:
The production of ferroalloy requires the addition of reducing coal, a product obtained from fossil resources. The company, as an eco-responsible company, has decided to minimize its carbon footprint by replacing fossil coal with biocarbon produced from wood residues. The company aims to produce different ranges of biocarbon to meet the needs in its ferrosilicon production facilities.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Location:
Chicoutimi, Quebec, CA G7J 0E1
Reference Number:
172-2022-2023-Q1-988883
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
894050459
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Additional Information:
This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The end date of this agreements has been modified by 86 days.
Amendment Date
Sep 11, 2023
Recipient's Legal Name:
Elkem Métal Canada inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Chicoutimi--Le Fjord
Federal Riding Number:
24022
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Coverage:
IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
331529
Amendments: