Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Establishment of Canadian Wood Construction Research Network
Agreement Number:
GCWOOD-UAB
Agreement Value:
$37,950.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 28, 2020 - Mar 31, 2021
Description:
The purpose of the project is to establish a Canadian network of institutes and organizations to coordinate and guide wood construction research and development in Canada.
Organization:
Natural Resources Canada
Expected Results:
The expected results of the project is the establishment of a Canadian Wood Construction Research Network, confirmation of partners, and initial funding determined.
Location:
EDMONTON, Alberta, CA T5J 4P6
Reference Number:
115-2020-2021-Q2-09802
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Academia
Recipient's Operating Name:
The Governors of the University of Alberta
Recipient's Legal Name:
THE GOVERNORS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA
Program:
Green Construction Through Wood Program
Program Purpose:
The Green Construction through Wood (GCWood) is a new program that aims to catalyze a long-term transformational change in which more intensive use of sustainably harvested wood becomes a commonly considered option in construction projects in Canada, with broader benefits being realized, including GHG emission reductions and economic growth.