Grants and Contributions:

Title:

AI-Assist : AI/ML-Based Energy Optimization for Integrating Building Energy Management Systems with Virtual Power Plants

Agreement Number:

1024821

Agreement Value:

$74,560.00

Agreement Date:

Nov 1, 2024 - Apr 30, 2025

Description:

The firm's main goal is to reduce GHG emissions by optimizing energy usage in buildings and enhancing the integration Virtual Power Plants (VPP). The focus of this software is the development of the VPP software platform which will enable buildings to reduce peak energy loads through Automated Demand Response (ADR) technology. This in turn allows buildings to participate in DR programs to help stabilize the grid and minimize peak-time energy consumption. This project will focus on the development and testing of innovative AI/ML algorithm to monitor and manage building energy environments. These algorithms will be tested within a modern lab environment at NAIT in preparation for commercialization.

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:

Calgary, Alberta, CA T2X 3J3

Reference Number:

172-2024-2025-Q3-1024821

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

737645416

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Recipient's Operating Name:

ConnectX

Recipient's Legal Name:

Connectex Inc.

Federal Riding Name:

Calgary Midnapore

Federal Riding Number:

48008

Program:

Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms

Program Purpose:

Coverage:

IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.

NAICS Code:

221122