Grants and Contributions:
Title:
REDUCING EMBODIED CARBON IN BUILDINGS WITH WOOD
Agreement Number:
GCW-CIFQ24
Agreement Value:
$580,000.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 26, 2024 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
The objective of this project is to fill knowledge gaps in the construction industry by developing materials that produce technical content, and information on the environmental benefits of wood and decarbonization.
Organization:
Natural Resources Canada
Expected Results:
The expected results are an increased knowledge and understanding among professionals building with wood in the construction sector about GHG emissions, embodied carbon, wood-based insulation, and perceptions of carbon and emissions in the construction sector.
Location:
QUÉBEC, Quebec, CA G1P 4R4
Reference Number:
115-2023-2024-Q4-14752
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Additional Information:
Two or more departments or agencies are involved in the funding of and/or the awarding of a particular grant or contribution award. Grant or contribution awarded and spanning more than one fiscal year.
Recipient's Legal Name:
CONSEIL DE L’INDUSTRIE FORESTIÈRE DU QUÉBEC
Program:
Green Construction Through Wood Program
Program Purpose:
The objective of the GCWood program is to encourage the increased use of wood as a low carbon building material, which supports Canada’s efforts to decarbonize the built environment.