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Powering the future: Solid-state hydrogen storage for military platforms │ Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS)

March 31, 2027

Value

Funding awarded for this challenge will depend on your solution’s Technology Readiness Level (TRL). Lower TRL solutions (TRL 1-3) will be eligible for up to $250,000 for a period of up to six months for solution development. In the design phase (TRL 4-5), up to $1.5 million in funding is available for a period of up to 12 months. Finally, during the build phase (TRL 6-9), up to $5 million is available to build and validate your prototype in various environments.

Description

The Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) are seeking innovative solid-state hydrogen storage solutions to support the decarbonization of military ground vehicles, thus enabling their safe use in operational environments. The goal is to integrate these systems into military logistics, enabling Canadian Army vehicles to be refueled and maintained in the field. Overcoming challenges related to storage capacity, weight, and durability is essential for successful implementation.

Eligible Applicants

This CFP is open to individuals, academia, not-for-profit organizations, provincial/territorial or municipal government organizations, and all industry. Federal and provincial crown corporations are not eligible for funding.

Eligible Expenses

Funding awarded for this challenge will depend on your solution’s Technology Readiness Level (TRL). Lower TRL solutions (TRL 1-3) will be eligible for up to $250,000 for a period of up to six months for solution development. In the design phase (TRL 4-5), up to $1.5 million in funding is available for a period of up to 12 months. Finally, during the build phase (TRL 6-9), up to $5 million is available to build and validate your prototype in various environments. Provided solutions advance to the appropriate TRL, they may move to the next funding stage. Additional information on funding can be found on the Competitive Projects web page.

Deadline Date

March 31, 2027

Contact

Contact Name: Department of Defence

E-mail Address: information@forces.gc.ca

Website: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/programs/defence-ideas/element/competitive-projects/challenges/powering-the-future.html

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Municipalities, Non-Profit, Software/Technology, University Partnerships

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Alberta, British Colombia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, NWT, Ontario, PEI, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon

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